Marvel Studios Prepares MCU Fantastic Four Launch July 25

Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige emphasizes the critical importance of The Fantastic Four within Marvel's history and expresses his determination to finally do justice to the iconic characters with the upcoming film The Fantastic Four: First Steps. After previous adaptations fell short, Feige sees Disney's acquisition of Fox as a perfect opportunity to launch a new era for the franchise within the MCU, embracing the cosmic and retro-futuristic elements that define the series, including a faithful depiction of the classic villain Galactus. The film, directed by Matt Shakman and featuring a talented cast, aims to balance the heroes’ family dynamics with epic storytelling, set against a 1960s-inspired world. Writer Chip Zdarsky praised the production as uniquely impressive, underscoring the film’s ambition to honor its source material. Feige reflects on earlier Fantastic Four films he produced, acknowledging past fears of being silly, but now embraces the full scale and strangeness the story deserves. With its release anticipated as a pivotal moment, Marvel aims to redeem the Fantastic Four’s cinematic legacy and integrate them seamlessly into the MCU.