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Internationally, though, the film is soaring. It earned USD 49.2 million from overseas markets, contributing to a strong global total of USD 106.2 million so far. In North America, it topped the box office with a stellar USD 57 million on Friday alone, making it the second-biggest U.S. opening day of 2025 - just behind 'Minecraft: The Movie (USD 57.1 million). Notably, the film earned USD 24.4 million from Thursday night previews, beating DC's 'Superman' ($ 22.5 million) for the highest preview figures of the year.Set in 1960 on Earth-828, 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' introduces the iconic Marvel superhero team in a fresh storyline. The cast includes Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, and Joseph Quinn in lead roles, with Julia Garner, Sarah Niles, Mark Gatiss, Natasha Lyonne, Paul Walter Hauser, and Ralph Ineson in key supporting parts.While its Indian box office journey began on a slower note, 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' seems to have found firm footing worldwide, setting the stage for a promising run for Marvel's new phase.- Ends
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