First Teaser for The Fantastic Four: First Steps Confirms New Trailer Release Date, Offers Glimpse at Retro Futuristic Setting

Marvel Studios Unveils First Look at "Fantastic Four: First Steps"

A tantalizing teaser trailer, titled "PREPARE 4️⃣ LAUNCH," has dropped, offering a glimpse into Marvel Studios' upcoming "Fantastic Four: First Steps." The brief clip showcases children excitedly gathered before a shop window displaying vintage televisions. The screens depict a rocket launch, the Fantastic Four donning space suits, and the film's title card. The 1960s retro-futuristic setting is clearly established through the visuals.

The Future Foundation invites you to take your first steps into a fantastic new era.

Launch coverage begins at 7AM ET | 4️⃣AM PT: link to trailer

The full trailer will launch at 7 AM ET (4 AM PT) on February 4th. The accompanying text describes the film as an invitation "to take your first steps into a fantastic new era."

The film, slated for release on July 25th, 2025, boasts a star-studded cast: Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards/Mr. Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm/Invisible Woman, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm/Human Torch, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm/The Thing. Ralph Ineson portrays Galactus, and Julia Garner takes on the role of Silver Surfer. Supporting roles include Paul Walter Hauser, John Malkovich, Natasha Lyonne, and Sarah Niles. Matt Shakman directs, with Kevin Feige producing under Marvel Studios.

Official Synopsis:

Set against the vibrant backdrop of a 1960s-inspired, retro-futuristic world, Marvel Studios’ "The Fantastic Four: First Steps" introduces Marvel’s First Family — Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic (Pedro Pascal), Sue Storm/Invisible Woman (Vanessa Kirby), Johnny Storm/Human Torch (Joseph Quinn) and Ben Grimm/The Thing (Ebon Moss-Bachrach) — as they confront their most formidable challenge yet. Balancing their heroic duties with the strength of their familial bonds, they must defend Earth from the voracious space god Galactus (Ralph Ineson) and his enigmatic Herald, Silver Surfer (Julia Garner). The stakes become intensely personal as Galactus's plan to consume the planet unfolds.

Further fueling fan anticipation, artwork unveiled at NYCC in October showcased several key MCU characters, including a first look at H.E.R.B.I.E. (Humanoid Experimental Robot B-Type Integrated Electronics). Speculation is rife regarding a potential Robert Downey Jr. cameo as Doctor Doom, though this remains unconfirmed. Feige has, however, confirmed the Fantastic Four's appearances in "Avengers: Doomsday" and "Avengers: Secret Wars."