Marvel's 'Fantastic Four' Sets '60s Stage for Avengers

The upcoming Marvel film, 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps,' directed by Matt Shakman, is set in a retro-futuristic 1960s universe and follows Marvel's First Family as they face their greatest challenge yet. With a cast including Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, and Joseph Quinn, the film combines the spirit of the Space Race with superhero elements, featuring iconic characters like the Silver Surfer, played by Julia Garner, and the planet-devouring Galactus, portrayed by Ralph Ineson. The story also reveals Sue Storm's pregnancy, adding personal stakes to the cosmic threats. Shakman emphasizes practical effects to evoke a 1960s aesthetic, but CGI is also utilized to enhance the film's visual experience. The film is positioned to set up events for 'Avengers: Doomsday,' where the Fantastic Four will reprise their roles.