After years of anticipation, Marvel’s first superhero family, the Fantastic Four, is finally making its way into the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).
There have been several previous film adaptations of Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Johnny Storm, and Ben Grimm, who gained their powers in a cosmic radiation accident, but none of them have received positive reviews from viewers or critics.
With the characters’ rights returned to Marvel Studios, fans are looking for a faithful and exciting relaunch that will do tribute to the classic comic book heroes.
But when will The Fantastic Four be released in theaters? Who will play the leading roles? Who is going to direct the film? And what is the plot about? Learn when The Fantastic Four will be in theaters and more with this comprehensive guide.
When is The Fantastic Four Coming Out?
Marvel Studios has announced that The Fantastic Four will be released on July 25, 2025, in the United States. This is the second time the picture has been delayed; it was originally scheduled for November 8, 2024, but was moved to February 14, 2025.
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The cause for the delay is unknown, although it likely be related to the continuing COVID-19 pandemic, which has affected the production and release schedules of numerous MCU projects.
The Fantastic Four will be part of the MCU’s Phase 5, which will also contain sequels such as Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol., The Marvels, and Blade, as well as new entries such as Deadpool 3, X-Men, and Avengers: The Kang Dynasty.
The Fantastic Four will also be the first Marvel Cinematic Universe film to contain characters from old 20th Century Fox assets, which Disney bought in 2019.
Who is in The Fantastic Four Cast?
The cast of The Fantastic Four has yet to be officially announced, but there have been several rumors and fan theories about who would portray the four key roles. Some of the most frequently mentioned names are:
- Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm
- Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards
- Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm
- Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm
Who is The Fantastic Four Director?
Matt Shakman, an Emmy-nominated director and producer with credits including Game of Thrones, Fargo, The Good Wife, and WandaVision, will direct The Fantastic Four.
Shakman was introduced as the director of The Fantastic Four in December 2020, during the Disney Investor Day presentation, where Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige showed the logo and confirmed the film.
Shakman has emphasized his excitement and love for the project, stating that he grew up reading the Fantastic Four comics and feels privileged to bring them to life on screen.
He has also lauded Feige and Marvel Studios for their creative vision and collaborative approach, implying that the picture will remain true to the spirit and tone of the comics while still being fresh and original.
What is The Fantastic Four Plot?
The premise of The Fantastic Four remains a mystery, as Marvel Studios has not provided any information regarding the story or genre of the film. However, some hints and hypotheses may offer us a sense of what to expect.
One idea is that the film will be an origin narrative, depicting how the four characters obtained their abilities and became a team. This might be done in a different way than in previous films, such as putting the plot in a different period, such as the 1960s, when the comics first appeared, or today, with a contemporary spin.
Alternatively, the film might skip the genesis tale entirely and present the characters as well-established heroes who have been working in secret or in another reality, such as the Negative Zone, where they faced cosmic radiation.
Another option is that the film will be a crossover, connecting the Fantastic Four to other Marvel Cinematic Universe characters and events. This might be accomplished in a variety of ways, including having the Fantastic Four participate in the multiverse epic, which is the core focus of Phases 4 and 5 of the MCU and will investigate the alternative universes and timelines created by the events of Avengers: Endgame and Loki.
The Fantastic Four may potentially engage with other cosmic entities and villains, such as the Eternals, Celestials, Galactus, and Doctor Doom, all of whom are slated to play significant roles in the MCU’s future.
The Fantastic Four might join forces with other superhero teams, such as the Avengers, X-Men, and Guardians of the Galaxy, for a big crossover event. Of course, these are merely assumptions, and Marvel Studios may surprise us with a completely different plot. We’ll have to wait for the official synopsis and trailer to find out for sure.
The Fantastic Four is one of the most anticipated MCU films, and fans are excited to see how Marvel Studios will reinvent the popular characters and incorporate them into the broader universe. With a creative director, a strong cast, and a devoted fan base, The Splendid Four has the potential to be a spectacular picture.
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