Marvel Studios has released the first trailer for “The Fantastic Four: First Steps,” offering a glimpse into the upcoming film set in a retro-futuristic 1960s-inspired universe.
The movie introduces Marvel’s First Family:
- Reed Richards/Mr. Fantastic (Pedro Pascal)
- Sue Storm/Invisible Woman (Vanessa Kirby)
- Johnny Storm/Human Torch (Joseph Quinn)
- Ben Grimm/The Thing (Ebon Moss-Bachrach)
In this narrative, the team must defend Earth from the planet-devouring entity Galactus (Ralph Ineson) and his herald, the Silver Surfer (Julia Garner). The trailer emphasizes the team’s familial bond and their struggle to balance superhero duties with personal relationships.
Notably, the film diverges from traditional origin stories, presenting the Fantastic Four as already established heroes. The trailer showcases their celebrity status following a pioneering space mission, highlighting their efforts to maintain normalcy amidst newfound fame.
For a detailed breakdown of the trailer, you might find this analysis insightful: