The Fantastic 4: First Steps movie poster

Cinematic Rating

7.0 / 10

Budget

$200,000,000

Revenue

$521,858,728

Studio

Marvel Studios, Kevin Feige Productions

Directed By

Matt Shakman

Director

Starring

Pedro Pascal

Reed Richards / Mister Fantastic

Vanessa Kirby

Sue Storm / Invisible Woman

Ebon Moss-Bachrach

Ben Grimm / The Thing

Joseph Quinn

Johnny Storm / Human Torch

Ralph Ineson

Galactus

The Fantastic 4: First Steps Review

Item: The Fantastic 4: First Steps
Rating: 7.0
Author: MovieWise

Unfiltered Review PG-13 Released: 2025 • Rating: 7.0/10 • 1h 55m • English / Uzbek • Science Fiction • Adventure • Action

MovieWise Analysis

The Fantastic 4: First Steps - Movie Review

Rating: 4/5 stars

The Fantastic 4: First Steps successfully brings Marvel's First Family to life in a vibrant 1960s-inspired, retro-futuristic world. The film beautifully balances the superhero action with the emotional depth of the family dynamic, making it a compelling watch for both fans and newcomers alike.

The introduction of Galactus and Silver Surfer as the main villains adds an exciting new element to the story, providing a powerful threat for the Fantastic 4 to overcome. The visuals are stunning, with the retro-futuristic setting giving the film a unique and visually appealing aesthetic.

Overall, The Fantastic 4: First Steps is a strong addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, blending nostalgia with modern storytelling to create an engaging and entertaining superhero film. Fans of the comics and movies alike will not be disappointed by this latest installment in the Fantastic 4 franchise.

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What Audiences Are Saying

Manuel São Bento

"FULL SPOILER-FREE REVIEW @ https://talkingfilms.net/the-fantastic-four-first-steps-review-marvels-first-family-finally-gets-the-film-it-deserves/ "The Fantastic Four: First Steps not only introduces a team with the potential to lead the MCU's new era, but also establishes its own distinct iden..."

JPV852

"Fun sci-fi fantasy that features a solid cast, good visual effects and okay enough story. Not great but well worth the price of admission. That said, can't say I have a desire to revisit for a long while. **3.75/5**"

Simon Foster

""Unlike the last dozen-or-so MCU plods, which turned derring-do comic book heroics into endurance tests, THE FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS spins a ripping yarn that soars not only on spectacle, but also smarts and sentiment..." Read the full review here: https://bit.ly/4o5P6rP"