Matt Shakman’s direction embraces a 1960s-inspired, retro-futuristic New York that’s both groovy and cosmic. It’s all colorful suits, weird tech, and moody lighting. The Fantasticar soaring through the skyline? Chef’s kiss. And Michael Giacchino’s jazzy, celestial score doesn’t just support the world – it becomes part of the storytelling.

The Marvel film stars Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, and Julia Garner and hits theaters July 25.

First Steps, featuring Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach, premiered in theaters on July 25 and has received favorable reviews. Prior to its release in cinemas, the film's preview screening garnered a strong reaction.

Early reactions to 'Fantastic Four' praise its emotional depth, stunning visuals, and Pedro Pascal's standout performance. Critics suggest the film redefines the superhero genre with a blend of intelligence and style,

The Marvel Cinematic Universe owes a great debt to Jonathan Hickman's work, especially with 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps" on the horizon.

First Steps opens in theaters on July 25, 2025. This fresh entry into the Marvel Cinematic Universe transports viewers into a stylized 1960s-era version of Eart