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The Fantastic Four are back - but not as you know them. ‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’ marks the beginning of a bold new era for Marvel’s most iconic superhero family. The origin story is not merely a retelling but a new take packed with heart, discovery, and cosmic wonder.
Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Johnny Storm, and Ben Grimm struggle with newly acquired powers they never asked for, but they are coming to grips with this existence and building the bonds that will someday save the universe.
With a new-age upbringing and an emotional subject matter, 'First Steps' shows how four ordinary people become something extraordinary - together. Whether you have been steady with them or are just joining in, here is the new generation of the Fantastic Four.
Fantastic Four: First Steps had a strong global debut in early 2025, earning over $110 million in its opening weekend. Fans appreciated its nostalgic tone and character-driven approach, though critics gave mixed-to-positive reviews, citing some pacing issues.
Despite that, it remained popular, especially with younger viewers, grossing over $500 million worldwide and solidifying its place as a promising Marvel Reboot 2025.
These four characters form the heart of the Fantastic Four: First Steps, cast in this 1960s-inspired, alternative-universe MCU story.
Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic
Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm/Invisible Woman
Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm/Human Torch
Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm/The Thing
‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’ will be released in theatres on July 25, 2025. While Disney or Marvel hasn’t confirmed an official Fantastic Four OTT release date, recent patterns help estimate the timeline.
Digital Purchase and Rental: Likely around September 2025
Streaming: It is expected to be available in November 2025 (approximately 90-100 days after the theatrical release), possibly between November 11 and 18 on Disney+ globally and JioHotstar in India.
As of July 2025, Fantastic Four: First Steps remains in theatres. Digital rental is expected by late September, while streaming on Disney+ and JioHotstar is projected for November 2025.
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If ‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’ can grow into the ‘Iron Man’ of New Age Marvel, it begins with a fresh cast, emotional depth, and cosmic aspirations. While it likely won’t have the same cultural impact as Iron Man, it may still play a key role in shaping Marvel’s next phase. It blends legacy, reboot energy, and long-term franchise planning.
Going into the film's digital and streaming debut, its OTT release shall serve as the crucial second chapter. A strong OTT showing across Disney+ and JioHotstar could expand the film's reach by engaging audiences who skipped the theatrical release.
Marking a fresh chapter for the Marvel franchise, this project is expected to draw heightened attention and momentum for future releases. In today’s competitive streaming landscape, OTT viewership has become a crucial metric - often as important as, if not more than, box office performance.
If the First Steps launch is successful in attracting new audiences through streaming and sustaining hype through merchandising beyond the theatrical release, that would be a huge victory. This would make First Steps a bedrock for the future of Marvel.
The show's success on OTT might become the litmus test for determining whether there is anything ready to become the new face of the MCU in the form of the First Family.
