Marvel Studios just dropped the final trailer for The Fantastic Four: First Steps, and it’s packed with jaw-dropping moments that have fans zooming! Set to hit theaters on July 25, 2025, this reboot of Marvel’s First Family promises a cosmic adventure with a retro-futuristic 1960s vibe. Directed by Matt Shakman, the film stars Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm. With Galactus and Silver Surfer looming, the trailer teases a story of family, heroism, and world-ending stakes. Here is our breakdown.
Key Takeaways from the Fantastic Four: First Steps Final Trailer
| Reveal | Why It’s Huge |
|---|---|
| Galactus’s Body Revealed | The trailer gives us our best glimpse yet of Galactus, played by Ralph Ineson. His towering silhouette, iconic helmet, and massive spacecraft scream Jack Kirby’s comic-accurate design. We see his body in his ship the Taa II where it looks like he is hooked up to it. |
| Franklin Richards Role | Sue Storm is seen carrying her son, Franklin Richards, through a crowd, hinting at his key role. From what the trailer shows and plot details we know, Galactus wants to feed on Franklin because he senses his powers when they go to Galactus’s ship. That is why the Fantastic Four team flees in their ship with the Silver Surfer chasing them. |
| The Fantasticar in Action | The Fantasticar zooms through Manhattan, looking like a sleek 1950s muscle car—a major upgrade from its comic book design. It’s a nod to the team’s classic transport and a visual stunner! |
| Silver Surfer’s Arrival | Julia Garner’s Silver Surfer gets a spotlight moment, with the team’s wristbands alerting them to her cosmic presence. Her sleek, metallic form hints at her role as Galactus’ herald, setting up a major conflict. “I Herald..” when she drops these lines it sent goosebumps through many fans bodies. |
| The Thing’s Rocky Beard + It’s Clobberin Time | Ben Grimm rocks a glorious rocky beard as seen while flying(being carried by Johnny). Johnny and throughout the trailer there are several quips about The Thing saying his iconic catch phrase “its clobberin time” |
| The Teams Powers in Full Display | Every single member has their powers shown in this trailer. Many Marvel fans have been waiting for Reeds stretching abilities to be fully revealed, and now we finally got to witness it in this trailer. We even see Sue levitate things with her powers, as well as Johnny “flame on.” |
| Retro-Futuristic 1960s Vibes | The trailer leans hard into the 1960s-inspired aesthetic, with period tech, fashion, and a Beatles-esque vibe. It’s a fresh take on the MCU’s multiverse, setting this universe apart. |
Final Thoughts
The final trailer for The Fantastic Four: First Steps is a masterclass in building hype. It balances heart-pounding action with emotional beats, like Sue and Franklin’s tender moment, while teasing cosmic threats like Galactus and Silver Surfer. The retro-futuristic world feels vibrant and unique, distinct from the main MCU’s Earth-616, as director Matt Shakman has emphasized. Easter Eggs like the Baxter Building and H.E.R.B.I.E. reward longtime fans, while the Fantasticar’s sleek redesign screams cinematic spectacle. Make sure you catch this First Family in action on July 25, 2025
