Fantastic Four First Steps

Fantastic Four First Steps

Author: Chris Jones, Derek O'Neill and John Harrison. TV Podcast Industries July 26, 2025 Duration: 1:34:01

Welcome to another cosmic episode of Movies on TV Podcast Industries! We're back in the cinema for the 37th Marvel Cinematic Universe film – and the first movie in MCU Phase 6 – with our Fantastic Four : First Steps movie review.

This action-packed, heartfelt film reintroduces Marvel’s First Family with a blend of emotion, interstellar threats, and a baby with godlike powers. If you're searching for an in-depth Fantastic Four 2025 review, you've come to the right place!

What’s Inside This Episode?

  • Our spoiler-filled breakdown of Fantastic Four: First Steps
  • The new MCU versions of Reed, Sue, Johnny, and Ben
  • The terrifying arrival of Galactus and the Silver Surfer’s tragic arc
  • Franklin Richards' powers and post-credits shockers
  • What this means for Avengers: Doomsday

Full Plot Summary for The Fantastic Four First Steps (Spoilers Ahead!)

In an alternate New York on Earth-828, four years after gaining their powers, the Fantastic Four find themselves dealing with a new challenge: parenthood.

But when the Silver Surfer arrives to warn Earth of its impending destruction by Galactus, the team must venture beyond the stars, protect their unborn child, and find a way to save Earth – even if it means sacrificing everything.

The plot escalates through teleportation technology, diplomatic missions, the underground realm of Subterranea, and a heartbreaking final stand in Times Square. A sacrifice is made. A mother is resurrected. And a cloaked figure steps into the MCU.

The Fantastic Four Will Return in Avengers: Doomsday

We discuss our top 5 Scientific Notations (Points) about The Fantastic Four

  1. She's having a baby - The introduction of Marvel's First Family
  2. Killer Eater from Outer Space - A warning from the herald of Galactus
  3. Battle Beyond The Stars - The first confrontation
  4. Escape From New York - Preparing the Earth for the planet eaters arrival
  5. The Day The Invisible Woman Stood Still - Franklin's powers revealed.

Cast of Fantastic Four : First Steps

  • Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards / Mister Fantastic
  • Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm / Invisible Woman
  • Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm / The Thing
  • Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm / Human Torch
  • Ralph Ineson as Galactus
  • Julia Garner as Shalla-Bal / Silver Surfer
  • Natasha Lyonne as Rachel Rozman
  • Paul Walter Hauser as Harvey Elder / Mole Man
  • Sarah Niles as Lynne Nichols
  • Mark Gatiss as Ted Gilbert
  • Ada Scott as Franklin Richards
  • Matthew Wood as H.E.R.B.I.E.

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Related Episode: When it all goes wrong Listen to our review of the truly terrible Fantastic Four 2015

Coming Soon: The Eyes of Wakanda

We’re back August 1st with a review of the new animated series The Eyes of Wakanda on Disney+. Join us for more deep dives, Easter eggs, and Marvel madness.

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