The highly anticipated superhero movie The Fantastic Four: First Steps was released in theaters on August 7, 2025. Fans of the Marvel universe and superhero films have been waiting for this latest alternation of the Fantastic Four series. The film is set in a retro-futuristic, 1960s inspired world where the Fantastic Four are already a famous, established superhero team. Unlike previous films, it skips their origin story and focuses on their family dynamic as they face their greatest threat yet, the plant-eating Galactus and his Herald, the Silver Surfer. 

The film stars Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards/Mr. Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm/ Invisible Women, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm/Human Torch, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm/The Thing. “Fantastic Four: First Steps” was filmed at Pinewood Studios, England. Featuring amazing visuals, retro-futuristic designs, and cutting-edge CGI to bring its cosmic battles to life. 

The movie follows the team as they confront a threat unlike any they’ve faced before. Galactus senses the power within Sue Storm’s unborn child, Franklin, and offers to spare the Earth in exchange for the baby. Refusing to sacrifice one life for the planet, Reed, Sue, Johnny, and Ben must work together to stop Galactus while balancing their family bond and responsibilities. The plot builds to a thrilling climax when Sue pushes Galactus toward a teleportation portal, appearing to sacrifice herself. Miraculously, her newborn son Franklin revives her with his powers, revealing the full extent of his potential. In the end, the family wins, saving Earth and proving that their bond is their greatest strength. 

Some fans felt parts of the plot were predictable, especially the final showdown and the family-saving-the-world storyline. Others praised the film for being a “family-first” story, with strong chemistry between the main cast. The Retro-futuristic 1960s style, visuals, and the terrifying portrayal of Galactus were widely celebrated. Criticisms included uneven pacing, underused characters like Ben and the Silver Surfer, an unfulfilling ending, and a few CGI inconsistencies. 

Some students of Cypress High School have already seen “Fantastic Four: First Steps”. One of them, Brandon Sokolowski saw the movie and summed it up as “pretty good,” giving a straightforward take on the film.

In conclusion, “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” is about courage, family, and teamwork. It’s an exciting film that superhero fans and families can enjoy, offering thrilling adventures highlighting the power of love and unity.