Marvel Studios is showing us more and more of Galactus, the Devourer of Worlds with each new trailer/tv spot. The Fantastic Four: First Steps, and the latest TV spot has fans zooming with excitement because of one big reason… Dropping on June 27, 2025, this thrilling glimpse into the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s (MCU) reboot of Marvel’s First Family showcases the cosmic terror of Galactus, portrayed by Ralph Ineson, as he obliterates an entire planet.
A Cosmic Threat Like No Other
The new TV spot for The Fantastic Four: First Steps doesn’t hold back, giving audiences a front-row seat to Galactus’ devastating power. The Devourer of Worlds, a towering cosmic entity, is seen reducing a planet to rubble, a chilling reminder of the stakes Marvel’s First Family—Reed Richards (Pedro Pascal), Sue Storm (Vanessa Kirby), Johnny Storm (Joseph Quinn), and Ben Grimm (Ebon Moss-Bachrach)—will face. Alongside Galactus, Julia Garner’s Silver Surfer glides through the chaos, setting the stage for an epic confrontation.
What’s New in the TV Spot
The TV spot, released during a high-profile broadcast, packs a punch in its brief runtime. Here’s 2 Key moments.
- Galactus’ Planet-Destroying Power: The footage shows a breathtaking sequence of Galactus potentially deploying his Elemental Converter, a massive device that breaks down a planet’s matter into sustenance for the cosmic being. The scene is only a matter of seconds, if that but actually shows first hand Galactus destroying a planet and that is something we have not seen yet.
- The Fantastic Four in Action: Quick cuts reveal Reed stretching his genius intellect (and body), Johnny and Ben sharing a comedic moment where Ben tells Johnny to stop screwing around, but in turn Johnny replies with “I don’t tell you how to drive the ship, don’t tell me how to kill sexy aliens”.
| Key Visuals | What It Means |
|---|---|
| Galactus towering over a crumbling planet | Establishes the cosmic scale and terror of the villain, a stark contrast to his 2007 depiction. |
| Silver Surfer gliding through space | She is chasing the Fantastic Four Team |
| Elemental Converter in Paris | Suggests a strategic element to the Fantastic Four’s plan to stop Galactus. Or simply their protective barrier around the planet. |
| The team’s retro-futuristic suits | Reinforces the 1960s alternate universe setting, distinct from the main MCU timeline. |
Final Thoughts
With The Fantastic Four: First Steps hitting theaters on July 25, 2025, Marvel is clearly setting the stage for an out of this world cinematic experience. The combination of a comics-accurate Galactus, a stellar cast, and it being in its own universe really drives a lot of fans to want to see this movie. We will all see how it comes through next month.
