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The movie was bland. Story and action both were meh.. As a fan of the superhero genre I was hugely disappointed both by the movie and by the critics hyping it up.

You hardly see anything "heroic" being done that gets your heart pumping nor are you invested in any of the Fantastic Four. The power scaling makes zero sense at different parts of the movie, Galactus is nerfed to the max (to the point of being silly) and this universe has the stupidest / most gullible NPCs ever. This is exactly how the conversation goes with them, NPCs - "oh no the world is going to end, you can't save us" F4 - "we will save you don't worry" NPCs - (panic over and tears in their eyes) "ok"

Save the money, buy something on the Steam sale. I left before end credits.

I mean I went to theater with quite high expectations. But honestly was a bit disappointed.

Movie tried to explore characters and their depth more but collectively as whole it went bit shallow and mediocre storyline.

It was definitely better than previous ones. But calling it one of the best MCU films? Um nope. Not at all.

This movie is so unimaginatively silly that it feels stuck on the level of a mid-90s Power Rangers episode. At best, it might be aimed exclusively at kids, but honestly, I think even today's kids would simply find it dumb. I struggle to imagine that anyone could genuinely enjoy this film, and if someone does, I'd honestly love to hear why.

The movie is set in the 1960s, and I really liked the retro vibe. The visuals, costumes, and music all felt fresh and different from other Marvel movies. Pedro Pascal did a solid job as Reed Richards, and Vanessa Kirby was great as Sue Storm.

The story was okay, nothing too deep. It felt more like an introduction to the characters than a full, exciting story. There wasn't a strong villain presence either-Galactus didn't feel dangerous at all, and Silver Surfer barely had any screen time.

There were a few fun moments and some nice character scenes, but the pacing was off sometimes. Parts of the film felt slow or a bit disconnected. Not much tension or emotion overall.

In short: it's a decent movie to kick off the new Fantastic Four era, but nothing special. I'm curious to see what comes next, but this one didn't blow me away.

The Fantastic Four: First Steps doesn't just reboot a legacy - it rewires it with care, clarity, and cinematic control. From its very first frames, the film announces a shift in tone: retro aesthetics lend a nostalgic yet distinct visual palette, while the story grounds itself not in multiversal noise, but in human decisions and scientific curiosity. This is a Marvel film that respects both the super and the human.

Unlike most origin stories, the setup here is brisk and assured. The film's first act is structured to give audiences a quick, satisfying look at the team's backstory and past deeds, never lingering too long but still managing to earn every emotional beat. There's no hand-holding, and yet nothing feels rushed.

Where this film truly surprises is in its character work. Johnny Storm isn't just the loud, reckless sibling - here, his intelligence is finally given equal weight, offering context to his presence among astronauts. Ben Grimm, too, is more than the "muscle"; there's a deep sincerity to his character, a balance of science and strength. The team chemistry feels lived-in - full of quiet bickering, mutual admiration, and a rhythm only shared by families who've been through things together. Their bond feels earned.

Villain-wise, First Steps pulls off a rarity: a visually formidable Galactus rendered with restraint, not excess. Though Silver Surfer purists may still hold a soft spot for Doug Jones' performance in Rise of the Silver Surfer, this iteration serves the story's vision well. And in a surprise turn, even HERBIE - the team's robo companion - is no gimmick. The CGI character is narratively vital, not just another quip machine.

Director Matt Shakman strikes an impressive balance between science-fiction and superheroism, giving each frame a purpose. The film doesn't lean heavily on humor (thankfully), instead relying on strong dramatic beats, coherent action, and a screenplay that embraces a comic-book sensibility - particularly during its stylized crescendo.

Visually, the film is a treat. From cosmic scenes to grounded lab environments, everything feels tangible and lived-in. The action is clean, never bloated, with each power sequence well-thought-out and easy to follow. While the score doesn't stand out as a whole, it's used judiciously, heightening the right moments without becoming overwhelming.

Despite being part of a sprawling cinematic universe, First Steps works remarkably well as a standalone. It carves space for the Fantastic Four without relying on MCU cameos or overstuffed references. That said, the post-credit scene is minimal yet seismic - enough to send a wave of gasps through the theatre.

Sum up - The Fantastic Four: First Steps is both a film and a foundation. It's smart without being cold, epic without losing intimacy, and finally gives Marvel's First Family the treatment they deserve. More than a comeback - this is a course correction.

The script: bad.

Casting: bad.

Villain: bad.

CGI: not great either.

Honestly, this movie feels like it was made just to set up the Fantastic Four so they could be folded into the Avengers universe. I personally enjoyed the 2005 Fantastic Four way more.

Pedro Pascal is a talented actor, no doubt, but I just can't buy him as a superhero. To me, he fits much better in a villain role than as a member of the Fantastic Four.

Did not enjoy. I felt like I am wasting my time. I have a lot to say to the studios, but since I am not a filmmaker, I'll restraint.

It just did not live up to the hype, and the story did not feel nice. VFX was better... I enjoyed the background score all the time. The characters written, I loved reed and johny. Sue's character did not sit right with me. But what do I know. It is just what I feel like.

I think it's safe to say that in comparison to the recent marvel movies, this one takes a step back and brings back the simpler early marvel days vibe.

Must admit walked in with low expectations and came out hyped and excited for where this movie may take place with marvels next to come movies.

Had doubts on the casting being a diehard fan to the early first two originals but will admit the casting held up to their game in the movie.

The movie was a great standalone movie, didn't dwell and repeat too much on what we already know, went straight to the basics, keeping it simple and easy to follow with the plot. Providing us with little theories we can make with upcoming films also.

Music and effects I would say were pretty good or getting better, marvel is definitely heading towards a better direction.

Feel like we the audience need to lower our expectations a little, that way we will find more enjoyment.

It's fine, it's watchable but it's crazy how by the end of the movie, we hardly know anything about the four main characters. It feels like we're "already supposed to know" which is insane for a "first" of a film franchise.

I loved the 2000s version of Fantastic Four because it focused on how each character coped with their powers and losing their human lives + the challenges they each faced fitting into society. Ben lost his family, and had to rebuild his life and find love again. It had depth. This one, it's like the director said to each actor- ok you have one character trope and we will milk it the entire movie.

My poor man Ben got like five minutes of screen time! Also why did Ben's rock body look 10x more real in the movie made 25 years ago?! Bad CGI, Spiderman made in 2000 had better effects.

To get this out of the way: this is the best fantastic four movie that has been made. That is of course not much of a bar to cross, but it deserves to be said.

This movie was fine. Nothing more or less. It was partially eclipsed by what is turning into a fantastic year for movies, which I think does color my opinion of it somewhat. The characters feel authentic to their roles, and the set design/visual effects are phenomenal. Unfortunately, these things are held back by poor writing (I'm looking at you, middle-of-the-movie-inspirational-speech). The characters just simply don't make decisions that feel like things real people would choose to do, which is saying something because honestly very little actually happens by way of plot in this movie. I will not elaborate to keep my review spoiler-free, but this was the biggest problem I had with this movie.

Props to Marvel for the best FF movie we've ever had. Hiring better writers would have elevated this from "okay" to a legitimately good movie.

My god, what is it with superhero films these days? They are just so lacklustre.

After the first trailer, I was unimpressed. I was really not keen on seeing the film, but then my son asked, and we also got to see Galactus in the last trailer, so I thought we would go for it. Even if Galactus is cool and the rest sucks, that would be something.

The film looks great; they nail the comic book look, and I cannot really fault it in that regard. Sadly, that's about it. The CGI ranges from passable to excellent, the script is very dumb in parts....but passable. The "female" Silver Surfer was fine; there was a plot point that made the Surfer's gender a necessary story element. The casting just felt off, not terrible, but something did not click.....And worst of all was the utter waste of Galactus.

Going by trailers, it looked like we would finally get some full-on action, but (no real spoiler apart from what he does) what we get is chatty Galactus, "ouch" Galactus, and walking past buildings Galactus....... Oh, and one other Galactus that made it even worse.

I have to say, right up to the Space trip and meeting (trying to keep details low), I was pleasantly surprised, and I did start to get my hopes up. Lesson learned, I guess.

Watched on July 23rd & 24th, 2025

I said the other day that The Fantastic Four: First Steps serves as a palate cleanser for all Marvel movies that came before, while Thunderbolts* drags us back to its roots when the billion-dollar franchise is still at its peak in the early days. This movie surely gives us a glimpse of hope and shows us that the MCU is slowly rising back to where it used to be. Despite knowing that they made an excellent choice by setting this movie in an alternate universe and just letting the story move and breathe freely without ties to the main timeline, I can't deny the feeling of doubt when the runtime was first announced, fearing that everything would be rushed and that too many things would be squeezed into the movie. But hey, I also told myself if they can make it work in just 115 minutes, then it's fantastic.

Should I say that again? Yes, it's a fantastic introduction to Marvel's first family, who are finally joining the MCU, and they actually do these characters real justice this time around. Look, I don't know about others, but I've grown tired of the traditional origin story in every superhero movie. Why not throw us in their early years when the heroes are trying to grasp the reality that they have now and the responsibility that follows after their lives changed for the better?. This is what the four of them carry on their shoulder onwards as the people will always look up to them, and then suddenly be forced to face something beyond their experience and knowledge, even for the smartest man alive, Reed Richards. The family dynamics that the four of them share have never been better depicted on screen and I don't even need to talk about Galactus, you just have to see and "hear" him for yourself on the biggest screen and loudest speakers you can find. I assure you, he doesn't disappoint, unlike his previous movie iteration.

I literally found out a couple of days ago that there weren't auditions for the main actors; they basically just met with the director, Matt Shakman, and got the part. But who could've guessed that the chemistry between the family is perfect and each of them is the right person to play it. As much as I like Pedro, he's the only one I couldn't fully connect with just yet, probably due to him not being given much to do while wearing the white and blue suit, though he's great when being a genius scientist and a father. Vanessa Kirby definitely takes the spotlight, and damn, she's perfect as Sue.

The Fantastic 4: First Steps is one of the most visually vibrant (and confident?) Marvel movies, and it has "some" of the most impressive CGI ever put on screen. There's one scene involving the Silver Surfer in space, and it's clean and dope as hell.

I only went to see this movie because of the 7.3 rating. I passed up seeing a couple of other movies to see this one. I was very disappointed from the get go. I didn't like a single character. I thought older Fantastic Four movies were better. The Silver Surfer story line was already done. This movie offered nothing. Nothing. It was like watching a 1960's era Sci Fy movie that had two stars on TCM. Save your money. See something else.

It seems pretty clear now that the "Comic book" film is on its last legs. The combination of an oversaturated market married with a steep decline in quality has the genre about to join the Western in the mausoleum of pop culture. Can one great movie change that? No. A string of good to pretty good ones? Again, no. This is a nosedive that even Chuck Yeager couldn't pull out of. Enter: 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps', a film so mid, so meh, that your super power will need to be not falling asleep.

Ironically this is the fourth try at a live action F4 adaptation (If you include the Corman hoax from the early 90's, which I do). That's a whole lotta effort for an IP that really doesn't have much "cool" factor or cultural currency. But Marvel never met a toothpaste tube it couldn't squeeze dry, so here we are.

Filled with atrocious CGI f/x, a wafer-thin story and a total lack of emotional connection, the two best things I have to say about this movie are that it's short and that I enjoyed the retro futuristic visuals. That's it. Forgettable score. Poor casting. I could go on and on. Everything else here is a swing and a miss.

This isn't the worst movie in the increasingly inconsequential MCU, but it sure isn't good enough to act as a course correct for Disney's once Titanic brand.

Recycling plots from earlier movie near climax? CHECK

All talking and barely any action? Check

Idiotic use of a galaxy level threat? Check

Subpar vfx? Check Talking, blabbering and zero chemistry? Check

Need i say more? I think not. As much as Fox fumbled with the Tim Story's movies with Chris Evans and Ioan Gruffudd they looked, acted, most importantly made you believe they were pulled from the comics straight. This nonsense? Just some paycheck collectors barely putting effort in performances. Wait for streaming!

This version of the Fantastic Four checks all the boxes, and has some inspirational parts, but 100% plays out as expected. There aren't any surprises. Every turn of the story is foreshadowed if you're paying attention.

So it's passable for casual viewing. You'll probably appreciate the visual design and the music, and you may enjoy the acting despite its pervasive flatness.

Ultimately the best part was the depiction of old-fashioned values, when times were simpler. The idealists among us will find that refreshing.

Firstly, a good villain is wasted on a single movie who should have been squeezed out over several movies with tonnes of collaborations between several heroes. It is very apparent that F4 are not a match and not well established yet for such a universal threat and that leads to 2nd point.

Pacing. As I mentioned before, this is the reboot so we are not acquainted with the characters yet. We do not know how capable are they, how well received are them among the people, the state of the world and the multiverse they live in. And we do not know anything about the villain and their capabilities as well. They have to cram all these and more in a two hour movie because they are overly ambitious. I did not feel that I belong in their world because they don't have enough show time to set the stage and at times, all I can feel is the poor CGI world, like I am in a game from 2000s. If you don't feel like you belong to that world, you have no attachment leading to no sense of real threat that the villain is supposed to pose. And also since they don't have enough show time to show premonitions and preparations for the villain, the plot had to make up for it with the director turning a blind eyes to glaring plot holes which is the third issue.

Plot holes. The villain can squeeze all of them to death like Darth Vader. The villain can end the world in a blink of an eye. Even all F4 members combined cannot beat the villain's herald not to mention the main villain. Enough said. So they used all kinds of plot holes and "talk no jitsu" to make sense as to why they won. And the worst part? You won't see any real fight scenes. Villain is too powerful to fight head on anyway so they resort to using plot holes and warm holes. And the ill timed forced humour during serious life or death situations like the "clobbering time" joke is such a sad attempt.

Overall, had very good potential to be a good intro movie and followed up by a good sequel but they got greedy and ended up with this.

"The Fantastic Four: First Steps" is the kind of movie that's as captivating as it is shaky, all thanks to its ambition to deliver something visually and emotionally bold within the already worn-out formula of superhero films. Right from the opening scene, where Sue (Vanessa Kirby) tells Reed (Pedro Pascal) she's pregnant, the film sets a surprisingly mature and intimate tone-one that most movies in this genre wouldn't even dare to touch. Director Matt Shakman clearly makes an effort to treat his characters as actual people first, superheroes second. Pascal and Kirby don't just convince us they're a couple; they carry the emotional weight of the entire film with performances that go way beyond what superhero flicks usually offer. Their relationship anchors the story, especially when they're faced with the mythic and absolutely bonkers dilemma of having to give up their child to Galactus (Ralph Ineson), a cosmic being who wants to transfer his essence into the baby in exchange for Earth's survival. There's no shortage of mythological subtext here-we get echoes of Prometheus, defying the gods for a greater good, but also "Hereditary" with its unsettling look at family invasion by forces beyond their control, "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" in its questions of identity, and even "Pan's Labyrinth," with tragic choices shaping an innocent's fate, though here, the tragedy leans more symbolic than literal.

That emotional weight, however, doesn't always extend to the rest of the team. Ebon Moss-Bachrach and Joseph Quinn get some solid moments as Ben Grimm and Johnny Storm, but both characters feel like victims of rushed editing, which trims out any narrative "fat" but also cuts off some much-needed dramatic depth. There's a hint of a romantic subplot between Ben and Natasha Lyonne's character that could've been genuinely touching-think "Notting Hill" or "Before Sunrise"-but it barely gets room to breathe. Even the group dynamic, while warm and believable, takes a back seat once the central conflict kicks in. Still, Moss-Bachrach's take on The Thing is a real gem; he brings a sense of awkward vulnerability to the role that hits even when he's buried under layers of rock.

Visually, "The Fantastic Four: First Steps" is an absolute treat. Kasra Farahani's production design is off the charts-a retro-futuristic feast blending elements from the '40s through the '70s. It's like the film takes place in an alternate universe where analog charm never died out despite technological leaps. Old-school tube TVs, vintage soda bottles, fake movie posters, robot butlers-there's so much detail that you'll want to pause every frame just to soak in the background. Setting the story on Earth-828, outside the main MCU timeline, gives the movie room to breathe without being chained to continuity, and adds to the sense of freshness, even when what we're seeing feels familiar. Sure, the shadow of "The Incredibles" looms large, but considering Brad Bird himself was inspired by the original Marvel comics, the resemblance feels more like a loving homage than a lazy copy.

What really holds "The Fantastic Four: First Steps" back from greatness is its own rush. In trying to keep things moving, the movie glosses over emotional beats, skips through transitions, and speeds up moments that deserved time to land. This becomes especially clear in the third act. Just when everything seems to be building toward an epic climax-Galactus looming, Sue and Reed emotionally drained, the team seemingly out of options-the movie just... ends. It feels more like part one of a bigger saga than a full story on its own. The final showdown doesn't feel like a resolution-it feels like a handoff. That seriously undercuts everything that came before, as if all the tension and heartbreak were just stepping stones toward a "to be continued." The ending does offer a non-sacrificial solution, sure, but it leaves you with this strange sense of incompleteness-not because questions go unanswered, but because the movie deliberately refuses to give us anything final.

All in all, "The Fantastic Four: First Steps" manages to get right most of what its predecessors got horribly wrong, but still stumbles where it counts the most: closure. Its strength lies in the care given to its characters, its gorgeous visual world, and its honest attempt to deliver something emotional instead of just loud. It's one of those rare blockbusters that cares more about what's at stake for its heroes off the battlefield. But as a standalone story, it falls short. Maybe that was the point-to set up what's to come-but as a single piece, it lacks the punch of a real ending. That said, it's easy to root for a follow-up that finally fulfills all the potential this one only hints at.