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Yahoo
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Silver Surfer & Fantastic Four Get Marvel Legends Action Figures Highlighting Powers
New Marvel Legends action figures of were revealed by Hasbro Pulse recently. Apart from Sue Storm, Human Torch, the Thing, and Mr Fantastic, fans also got a look at the Silver Surfer Marvel Legends action figure. Releasing on July 25, 2025, The Fantastic Four: First Steps is an introduction to Marvel's first family in the MCU. Hasbro Pulse recently held a Marvel Legends fanstream and unveiled the new action figures for The Fantastic Four: First Steps characters. The figures give a clear look at the powers of Mr. Fantastic, Sue Storm, the Thing, and Human Torch. Additionally, the Silver Surfer action figure was also unveiled, with her cosmic surfboard. The Fantastic Four Marvel Legends action figures appear to be modeled in a way to highlight the powers of the characters. Sue Storm's figurine is paired with a forcefield. On the other hand, Mr. Fantastic, played by Pedro Pascal, has his powers depicted through a stretchy arm on his figurine, while the Human Torch has two action figures dedicated to him. While one figure shows Johnny Storm in his suit with two flame add-ons on his hands, the other one shows the superhero with his whole body on fire. Interestingly, the Thing's figurine is displayed in a comic-accurate way, without a shirt. Although the character sports a turtleneck suit in the movie, in the comics, the Thing appears shirtless most of the time. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Hasbro Pulse announced when fans can pre-order these figurines and wrote, 'Revealed during today's #MarvelLegends #Fanstream – the future of #Marvel's First Family has arrived. MarvelLegendSeries Fantastic Four: First Steps wave will be available for pre-order May 30th at 1 pm ET on #HasbroPulse! Each sold separately.'
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kevin Feige on The Fantastic Four - First Steps: It's the perfect time to launch into a new era
After Captain America and the Thunderbolts, it is now time for a new band of heroes to rise and save the day. The Fantastic Four are all set for take off in First Steps. Marvel's first family, who was teased in the post-credit scene of The Thunderbolts, are all set to take over the big screens this July. For Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige , the return of Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Johnny Storm, and Ben Grimm was more than just a comic-book plotline; it was a deeply personal and creative opportunity. In a statement, Feige said, 'When Disney bought Fox, it was really an unexpected dream come true. It came at the perfect time, to help us launch into a new era. They are Marvel's First Family, and I really wanted to do them justice.' ssociation with the Fantastic Four goes back more than two decades, having worked on the early 2000s films directed by Tim Story. Reflecting on those versions, he acknowledged the limitations of the time: 'There was still a bit of fear of being silly.' Now, he says, the creative team is embracing everything that makes the team iconic — including their colourful tone and larger-than-life villains. Among the most talked-about changes is the commitment to a more comic-accurate version of Galactus. 'In another time, some might consider the notion of somebody with a big, angular helmet walking through a city goofy,' Feige said. 'I consider it awesome.' The film is touted to unleash the full spectrum of their appeal, from their '60s retro-future aesthetic and groovy cosmic vibes to, crucially, a comic-accurate portrayal of their most formidable foe, Galactus. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Feige says, 'In another time, some might consider the notion of somebody with a big, angular helmet walking through a city goofy. I consider it awesome.' Directed by Matt Shakman , The Fantastic Four: First Steps will introduce the MCU versions of the characters, with Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm/Invisible Woman, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm/Human Torch, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm/The Thing. The team faces off against Galactus, played by Ralph Ineson , and his Herald, the Silver Surfer, portrayed by Julia Garner. Set against a retro-futuristic backdrop, the film blends cosmic spectacle with intimate family dynamics, as the team is forced to balance heroism with their personal relationships in the face of Earth's destruction. The Fantastic Four: First Steps is all set to release on July 25, 2025 in India in English, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Digital Trends
2 days ago
- Business
- Digital Trends
Time for Marvel to worry? Fantastic Four: First Steps test screening garners mixed results
Marvel heads into Phase Six with The Fantastic Four: First Steps. The studio's immediate future is riding on the critical and financial success of the film as the MCU moves into Phase Six. If the first test screenings are a sign of what's to come, Marvel might be worried. In a rare move, Marvel publicly test-screened The Fantastic Four: First Steps nearly two months before its July debut. According to Jeff Sneider, the results were mixed. Recommended Videos In a recent edition of The InSneider newsletter, Sneider's source gave First Steps a mediocre review. 'My source called it both 'mid' and 'meh,' and 'not that bad, but not that good, either,' Sneider wrote. 'More concerningly, they said it featured weak character development and bad CGI, though the latter issue will certainly be addressed over the next month.' Sneider's other source, who has not seen the finished film, described the film as a 'mess' and a 'huge problem movie.' These troublesome feelings likely led to Marvel running a test screening. On the positive side, Ralph Ineson as the villainous Galactus received high praise. 'It sounds like Ralph Ineson's Galactus went over well with the crowd last night, which is encouraging, seeing as how Marvel has had a villain problem of late,' Sneider said. Because Marvel conducted a test screening nearly eight weeks in advance of Fantastic Four's release date, the studio has time to fix some of the so-called problems, including the CGI. The Fantastic Four: First Steps welcomes Marvel's First Family into the MCU. The titular group includes Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm/Invisible Woman, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm/Human Torch, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm/The Thing. Ineson voices Galactus, while Julia Garner portrays Shalla-Bal/Silver Surfer. Paul Walter Hauser, John Malkovich, Natasha Lyonne, and Sarah Niles also star. Matt Shakman directs First Steps. Shakman produced and directed the Disney+ series WandaVision. After the disappointing returns of Captain America: Brave New World, Marvel bounced back with positive acclaim for Thunderbolts*. The Fantastic Four is the final Marvel movie of 2025. With Avengers: Doomsday moving to December 2026, the next MCU movie after First Steps will be Spider-Man: Brand New Day in July 2026. The Fantastic Four: First Steps opens in theaters on July 25.
Gizmodo
2 days ago
- Business
- Gizmodo
Marvel Will Skip San Diego Comic-Con's Hall H Again This Year
After a massive 2024 panel with Robert Downey Jr., Kevin Feige and the Avengers are taking the year off. Doctor Doom is already destroying things in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He's got his eyes set on the Fantastic Four, Avengers, and now with his movie, Avengers: Doomsday, having been pushed until December 2026, he's taken a big bite out of San Diego Comic-Con too. Marvel Studios won't have one of its signature Hall H panels this year. The news was first reported by the Hollywood Reporter which io9 then confirmed with a source at Marvel Studios. The reasoning is all pretty understandable. Avengers: Doomsday was supposed to come out in May 2026 but is now coming out in December 2026. That means there will be a whole other Comic-Con before its release. With the cast now filming that movie, the studio must have felt like it simply couldn't deliver on the blockbuster panels of the past. And so, it's taking the year off. This isn't the first time Marvel Studios has skipped Hall H either. In 2011, 2015, 2018, and 2023, the studio skipped because either movies were too busy with production or there simply wasn't enough concrete news to share in order to live up to the studio's standard. And make no mistake, Marvel has high standards when it comes to Hall H. Anytime there is a panel, it becomes the biggest event of the weekend, and after last year's panel that culminated in the reveal of the Russos coming back for two Avengers movies, as well as Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom, that would've been a hard to follow no matter what. So that's the case here. There's just one movie in production, which was already delayed to give the filmmakers more time, so taking a week off to promote a movie 18 months away without footage certainly seems excessive. Especially when it could come back next year with footage, cast members, and maybe even news about what the future holds, too. That's not to say Marvel won't be at Comic-Con at all in 2025. Other branches of the company will have panels for comics, games, and more—and with The Fantastic Four: First Steps opening in theaters during Comic-Con, there will be a large presence on the convention floor, including an immersive booth. Marvel is also promising 'other surprises,' which could mean almost anything. Don't forget, last year, Deadpool & Wolverine opened during Comic-Con so the studio showed the movie in Hall H. Maybe that could happen again? Plus, fans looking for Marvel convention news won't have to wait long. It'll be at CCXP in Mexico this weekend with news and footage on Fantastic Four. Are you bummed Marvel won't be at Hall H this year? Do you expect to DC to fill that slot? Let us know below.
News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Kevin Feige Says Fantastic Four In MCU Is A 'Dream Come True', Teases Galactus And More
Last Updated: Kevin Feige calls bringing Fantastic Four into the MCU a 'dream come true' and vows a comic-accurate, thrilling take on Marvel's First Family. Marvel Studios is gearing up for one of its most anticipated launches The Fantastic Four: First Steps, releasing on July 25, 2025, in India in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. For Kevin Feige, President of Marvel Studios, this project is more than just another chapter in the MCU, it's personal. The return of Marvel's First Family—Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Johnny Storm, and Ben Grimm—became possible after Disney's acquisition of 20th Century Fox. Reflecting on the game-changing deal, Feige shared, 'When Disney bought Fox, it was really an unexpected dream come true. It came at the perfect time, to help us launch into a new era. They are Marvel's First Family, and I really wanted to do them justice." Feige, who worked on earlier Fantastic Four adaptations in the 2000s, recalled the creative limitations of that era. 'There was still a bit of fear of being silly," he admitted. But times have changed, and Feige is ready to embrace everything that makes the Fantastic Four iconic—from their retro-futuristic 1960s vibe to their legendary villains. This time, Marvel plans to give fans a comic-accurate version of Galactus, the planet-devouring cosmic force. 'In another time, some might consider the notion of somebody with a big, angular helmet walking through a city goofy," Feige said. 'I consider it awesome." The Fantastic Four: First Steps introduces a fresh cast with Pedro Pascal as Mister Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby as Invisible Woman, Joseph Quinn as Human Torch, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as The Thing. They're up against a powerful threat: Galactus (played by Ralph Ineson) and his Herald, the Silver Surfer (Julia Garner). As the family battles to save Earth, the stakes grow deeply personal, forcing them to rely not just on their powers, but their bond. Directed by Matt Shakman, and produced by Feige with executive producers Louis D'Esposito, Grant Curtis, and Tim Lewis, this new take on the Fantastic Four promises to balance emotional depth with blockbuster spectacle. First Published: May 31, 2025, 02:56 IST
