"Fantastic Four Joins MCU in New Trailer, Galactus Teased"

Marvel Studios has unveiled the debut trailer for *The Fantastic Four: First Steps*, giving fans their first glimpse into what promises to be one of the most anticipated superhero films of 2025. The trailer introduces us to the iconic team—Mr. Fantastic, Sue Storm, Johnny Storm, and The Thing—alongside the formidable villain, Galactus.

The trailer kicks off with a cozy dinner scene at the Baxter Building, showcasing the film's unique 1960s retro-futuristic setting. It teases an epic battle set to unfold in New York, adding to the excitement. We get a look at Ben Grimm before and after his transformation into The Thing, as well as the team's beloved robot, H.E.R.B.I.E., who appears to be helping in the kitchen.

Additionally, the trailer offers brief moments of Sue Storm utilizing her invisibility powers and Johnny Storm soaring through the skies as the Human Torch. Notably absent, however, are scenes of Reed Richards stretching into his signature Mr. Fantastic poses.

Fans also caught a glimpse of John Malkovich, rumored to be playing Ivan Kragoff, better known as the Red Ghost. The trailer was first launched at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama, where stars Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach mingled with enthusiastic fans.

*The Fantastic Four: First Steps* is set to hit theaters on July 25, 2025, and will also feature Ralph Ineson as Galactus and Julia Garner as the Silver Surfer. The cast is rounded out by Paul Walter Hauser, Natasha Lyonne, and Sarah Niles. Matt Shakman directs, with Kevin Feige producing under the Marvel Studios banner.

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Here’s the official synopsis for *The Fantastic Four: First Steps*:

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 daunting challenge yet, the team must balance their roles as heroes with the strength of their family bond. They'll defend Earth from the ravenous space god, Galactus (Ralph Ineson), and his enigmatic Herald, the Silver Surfer (Julia Garner). With Galactus planning to devour the entire planet and everyone on it, the stakes couldn't be higher.

Speculation is rife among fans that Robert Downey, Jr. might return to the MCU, this time as the iconic villain Doctor Doom, either in *The Fantastic Four: First Steps* or teased for a future appearance. Kevin Feige has confirmed that the Fantastic Four will play significant roles in upcoming films *Avengers: Doomsday* and *Avengers: Secret Wars*.