19 awesome details from The Fantastic Four: First Steps trailer that should get you hyped up for the movie

Based on the characters from Marvel comics, The Fantastic Four: First Steps is an upcoming superhero movie that will be a part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Starring Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach, the film will look into the origins of the team and their fight against the villain, Galactus. The film will be released on July 25, 2025. Here are 19 exciting facts from the trailer.

1. The trailer introduces the four’s favorite lair

During the trailer's opening moments, Sue and Reed welcome their guests to the iconic Baxter Building, a mainstay in the comics. The home is an important place where the four congregate, and fans of the comics know that its inclusion in the movie makes for an iconic moment.

2. The trailer gives us the first look at the four’s primary villain

The intriguing trailer provides a peek into the main villain in the movie—Galactus. While the muscular villain with two horn-like protrusions is a central character in the comics, it is refreshing to see that the character rarely seen in live-action projects will finally be seen on the screen. While his face or voice is not revealed in the trailer, the back of his iconic pronged helmet is seen at the end of the trailer.

3. The trailer provides us the first look at the family of four

Many fans were worried about what the cast of The Fantastic Four would look like, and when it was announced, many welcomed the four acclaimed actors: Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, Pedro Pascal, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach. It looks extremely promising, complete with a shot of all four as the trailer ends.

4. The trailer does not show Reed Richard’s superpowers

While Pedro Pascal’s Reed Richards is shown writing complex equations and solving space travel-related scientific issues, the iconic comic book character’s superstrength to stretch his body is not shown in the trailer. Therefore, while the hero’s mental ability is shown, it seems that Marvel wants to perfect its CGI effects before it shows his physical ability.

5. The trailer provides a look at the four’s backstory

As the title suggests, this Marvel movie is about exploring the origins of the four. Reed Richards is heard talking in the trailer about the first time the team entered space, shown through footage-based flashbacks. Despite Marvel insisting that it is not a traditional origin story, there will be some amount of backstory.

6. The trailer highlights Johnny Storm’s abilities the most

If there is one member of the four who got the most visibility power-wise in the trailer, then it is Johnny Storm. There are scenes where Storm uses his superpower and becomes a human torch. In one instance, he is seen igniting himself and shooting across the city. In another shot, Storm is seen in space, which is farther than the strengths usually shown in film adaptations of the four.

7. The trailer references The Thing actor’s most popular role

Ebon Moss-Bachrach, who essays the role of The Thing in the movie, is famous for his role in the acclaimed series, The Bear. Therefore, at the beginning of the trailer, there is a hilarious scene where The Thing tastes a dish made by Herbie and gives his recommendations—which seems like a hilarious reference to Ebon’s famous role.

8. The trailer hints towards Ben Grimm’s tragedy

Even though The Thing is famous for his rock-like build, the trailer provides a sneak peek into who he was before tragedy struck him. In one scene, Ben watches footage of himself before he changed into a rock due to exposure to radioactivity. In the scene, he jokes that he is the best-looking pilot. It seems that the movie will explore the effect this change had on Ben.

9. The trailer debuts everyone’s favorite comic book character

Even though the trailer revolves around the introduction of the four characters, there is another being from the comic book world who is seen in the trailer. It is the lovable robot helper, Herbie, whose full name is Highly Engineered Robot Built For Interdimensional Exploration. In a scene, he is seen cooking a dish for the family. The character is an important ally to the four, and his inclusion in the movie is good news for the fans.

10. The trailer debuts the Fantasticar

One of the most iconic elements of The Fantastic Four comics is the advanced Fantasticar. While the automotive has been rarely seen in other love-action adaptations, the trailer is sure to get fans excited as the car seems to have a prominent role in the movie. In one scene, it is seen speeding through a city.

11. The trailer shows that the film is a part of an alternate universe of the main MCU

It had already been announced that the movie would be set in the 1960s and would, therefore, be a part of an alternate MCU universe. The trailer’s retro-futuristic style and different aspect ratio make this clear. Despite being in the 1960s, it has advanced technology, the Baxter building has 1960s décor, and there are era-specific costumes and music.

12. The trailer hints at Reed Richards experimenting with dimensional travel

As discussed before, there is a scene in the trailer where Richards is solving mathematical equations. However, if one looks closely at the blackboard, a drawing shows a tube linking two end-points, and the words “another universe” are written. This might be a hint that the movie will eventually link up with the main MCU timeline, as it is confirmed that the four will be seen in the Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars.

13. The trailer highlights Ben Grimm’s powers

The trailer shows Ben Grimm, or The Thing, who is an important part of the four. In one shot, he is shown running at full speed toward an enemy, which hints that the movie will have ample scenes showcasing Ben’s might.

14. The trailer highlights Sue Storm’s invisibility powers beautifully

While Reed is the only one whose powers have not been showcased in the trailer, Sue Storm’s are in full show. During a scene when Reed talks about the changes that his family has gone through, there is a shot of Sue flashing in and out of invisibility. In another shot towards the end, Sue creates one of her shields, getting fans excited about the way her powers will look on screen.

15. The trailer hints at the world being destroyed

One of the most devastating aspects of the trailer is when a rain of fire falls from the sky, and the four look at it, unsure why. Fans know that this is most likely a work of Galactus and the movie has amplified his powers. The trailer, therefore, hints at the way the four will eventually save the world from destruction.

16. The trailer highlights that the team of four is already popular

In another interesting aspect of the trailer, there is a short scene where some children are seen wearing masks and T-shirts of The Thing. This proves that the team is already famous and well-known to the public in the movie.

17. The trailer also has a mysterious character

The trailer has hit all the right points as it introduces familiar faces and a few unknowns. In one of the scenes, John Malkovich is seen stepping into the frame with a beard and long white hair. He is a mysterious character in the trailer, as no one knows what his role will be. His entry in the trailer piques the interest of the fans on what his role will be in the movie.

18. The trailer leaves behind the Silver Surfer

One of the more interesting changes done to the live-action adaptation of the comic book characters is that the movie does not have a male herald of Galactus, known as the Silver Surfer. Instead, the movie has Julia Garner playing the role of a female herald named Shalla-Bal.

19. The trailer has background score from Michael Giacchino

The veteran composer has been with Marvel for many years, and fans were excited when it was announced that Michael would continue to compose music for the movie. The trailer features his music, which is in a retro-futuristic style. Towards the end, a chorus sings “Fantastic Four” as all four characters are shown together.