After years of waiting, Marvel’s Fantastic Four are finally stepping into the MCU. Fans and critics in Brazil got an early look at the movie through a 30-minute preview, and the first reactions are mostly glowing. It looks like Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige and director Matt Shakman have something special here.
The film, The Fantastic Four: First Steps, is set in a colorful, retro-futuristic 1960s-inspired world. This unique style helps it stand out from other Marvel movies. The story follows Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Johnny Storm, and Ben Grimm as they face Galactus, a cosmic threat who wants to consume Earth. His powerful Herald, the Silver Surfer, also plays a major role.
One thing that impressed people is the chemistry between Reed and Sue. Played by Pedro Pascal and Vanessa Kirby, they truly feel like a couple that has been through a lot together. Critics say their scenes aren’t just about superpowers—they show love, trust, and real partnership.
Fans on social media praised Julia Garner’s Silver Surfer, with some saying she steals the show. There’s also a lot of excitement around the action scenes. Shalla-Bal, another version of the Silver Surfer from comics, reportedly has some intense fight scenes that left viewers amazed. And yes, Reed Richards does stretch his body in ways fans were hoping to see—and it looks great on screen.
The preview also highlighted Johnny Storm and Ben Grimm’s dynamic. Johnny’s humor is balanced well with Ben’s serious nature. Their banter feels natural and keeps things light even when the stakes are high. Critics said the jokes land perfectly without slowing the story down.
One moment that really caught people’s attention was the final scene of the preview. The CGI was described as flawless, with real tension building up until the screen cuts to black. It left everyone eager to see what happens next.
A few other details came out too. Each member of the team seems to get their own character arc, even with limited screen time in the preview. The story appears to revolve around Sue and Franklin (her and Reed’s son in comics), while Reed makes many of the key choices. Longtime Marvel fans will also spot some villains making brief appearances or being mentioned, which hints at a deeper world to come.
The visuals were another highlight. Critics said the sets feel rich and immersive, pulling viewers into the story’s unique retro-futuristic world. It gives the film a different tone, more colorful and hopeful—something fans have been missing since Endgame.
Social media reactions compared the movie to The Incredibles, calling it fun, stylish, and different from other Marvel films. Some even said it might be the best Marvel movie since Endgame, thanks to its mix of humor, emotion, and spectacle.
Directed by Matt Shakman, who also directed WandaVision, the movie has a strong cast. Alongside Pedro Pascal and Vanessa Kirby, there’s Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm, Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm, Julia Garner as Silver Surfer, and Ralph Ineson as Galactus. The Fantastic Four: First Steps is set to release in the U.S. on July 25, 2025, kicking off Phase Six of the MCU.
In the end, these first reactions suggest Marvel might finally deliver the Fantastic Four movie fans have always wanted. Now, all that’s left is to wait a bit longer to see how it all comes together on the big screen.
