Fantastic Four X Reviews: Critics Say Marvel Is Finally Back On Track
Early reviews say Marvel has brought back the classic style and energy fans wanted to see with Fantastic Four: First Steps.
Fantastic Four: First Steps is just days away from hitting theatres. Even before its official release, the upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) film is already receiving praise after some media members got to see it early. The film not only features the titular team, Mister Fantastic, Invisible Woman, The Thing and Human Torch, but also introduces well known comic characters like Silver Surfer, Galactus and Mole Man. Early reviews say the studio has brought back the classic style and energy that fans wanted to see.
The lead cast, Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Ebon Moss-Bachrach and Joseph Quinn, are getting admired for their strong performances. Early reviews are calling the film 'visually stunning" and 'stylish," while some even say the story is written perfectly. Many are calling it the best Marvel film in years.
Reacting to the MCU film, a user wrote, 'Fantastic Four is visually stunning, stylish, self contained and easy to jump into. I had such a good time with this one. The retrofuturism is such a snack. My stand out is Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm, babe, I will die for you, you are perfect."
#FantasticFour is visually stunning, stylish, self-contained, and easy to jump into. I had such a good time with this one. The retrofuturism is such a snack. My stand out is Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm babe I will die for you, you are perfect. pic.twitter.com/RlRgk6U83U — Ash Crossan (@AshCrossan) July 19, 2025
Another shared, 'A pitch perfect script backed by great performances, particularly from Pedro Pascal, turns what could be a simple superhero movie into a sharp commentary on our society that makes its nuance palatable for those that may not take it at face value."
#FantasticFour is a triumph. A pitch-perfect script backed by great performances — particularly from Pedro Pascal — turns what could be a simple superhero movie into a sharp commentary on our society that makes its nuance palatable for those that may not take it at face value. pic.twitter.com/yQ2EszFAcn — 4️⃣ (@upperupland) July 19, 2025
'Fantastic Four is an incredible movie. The first 60 minutes are fantastic, but in general, the whole movie is honestly magical. If you go into this movie with your expectations high, prepare for your mind to still be blown. It's THAT good. Also, STAY around for the end credits," a comment read.
#FantasticFour is an incredible movie. The first 60 minutes are fantastic but in general, the whole movie is honestly magical. If you go into this movie with your expectations high- prepare for your mind to still be blown. It's THAT good.
Also STAY around for the end credits❗️ pic.twitter.com/JJkWSOdofU
— yoshi (@yoshiyshzey) July 19, 2025
An individual stated, 'Fantastic Four is quite possibly the best Marvel Studios film ever released. Absolutely loaded with talent and standout performances from Vanessa Kirby and Joseph Quinn. If you thought the MCU died with Endgame, think again. Thoughtfully crafted and easily a genre defining classic."
#FantasticFour Quite possibly the best Marvel Studios film ever released. Absolutely loaded with talent and standout performances from Vanessa Kirby and Joseph Quinn. If you thought the MCU died with Endgame, think again. Thoughtfully crafted and easily a genre-defining classic pic.twitter.com/nU8k7c7boC — george mckay (@harpersmedia) July 19, 2025
Another mentioned, 'The main 4 were excellently cast and radiate chemistry, their interactions are just as exciting as any action scene. Galactus and Silver Surfer are incredibly realised and bring serious stakes, something missing from recent MCU."
I have seen #FantasticFour!The main 4 were excellently cast and radiate chemistry, their interactions are just as exciting as any action scene
Galactus and silver surfer are incredibly realized and bring serious stakes, something missing from recent mcu movies
a treat!! pic.twitter.com/ALhbipSAt8
— maddox 🦇 (@selinasboot) July 19, 2025
One more added, 'Fantastic Four is a masterpiece. The visual effects and the score are a HUGE stand out. Galactus is huge in IMAX. It's emotional and gives you hope. It beats you off and doesn't stop. STAY Until the END CREDITS."
#FantasticFour Is a masterpiece. the visual effects and the score are a HUGE stand out. Galactus Is huge In IMAX. It's emotional and gives you hope. It beats you off and doesn't stop. STAY Until the END CREDITS. pic.twitter.com/jEvx7g7Ojt — deo (@frickyuu) July 19, 2025
As per the official synopsis, '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, Sue Storm/Invisible Woman, Ben Grimm/The Thing and Johnny Storm/Human Torch as they face their most daunting challenge yet. Forced to balance their roles as heroes with the strength of their family bond, they must defend Earth from a ravenous space god called Galactus and his enigmatic Herald, Silver Surfer. And if Galactus' plan to devour the entire planet and everyone on it weren't bad enough, it suddenly gets very personal."
The Marvel movie, directed by Matt Shakman, also stars Ralph Ineson, Julia Garner, Paul Walter Hauser, Natasha Lyonne and Sarah Niles. The movie is scheduled to release on July 25.
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July 21, 2025, 18:19 IST
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