The Fantastic 4: First Steps
Against the vibrant backdrop of a 1960s-inspired, retro-futuristic world, Marvel's First Family is forced to balance their roles as heroes with the strength of their family bond, while defending Earth from a ravenous space god called Galactus and his enigmatic Herald, Silver Surfer.
Critics Sentiment
Fourth anniversary celebration of the Fantastic Four's heroic career
Public demands Franklin be sacrificed to save Earth
The film drops significantly during the public outcry sequence where critics found the writing and character decisions particularly weak, before gradually recovering through the action-heavy finale.
The film starts strong with praised retro aesthetics and world-building but suffers from pacing issues and weak writing in the middle act. While the visual spectacle and character chemistry earn some praise, critics consistently noted plot holes, poor CGI moments, and underdeveloped characters that prevent it from reaching its potential.
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Pedro Pascal
Reed Richards / Mister Fantastic
Vanessa Kirby
Sue Storm / Invisible Woman
Ebon Moss-Bachrach
Ben Grimm / The Thing
Joseph Quinn
Johnny Storm / Human Torch
Ralph Ineson
Galactus
Julia Garner
Shalla-Bal / Silver Surfer
Paul Walter Hauser
Harvey Elder / Mole Man
Natasha Lyonne
Rachel Rozman
Sarah Niles
Lynne Nichols / F4 Chief of Staff
Mark Gatiss
Ted Gilbert
Ada Scott
Franklin Richards
Matthew Wood
H.E.R.B.I.E. (voice)
Angela Jones
Mole Man Attack Witness
Maisie Shakman
Donna / Saved Girl
Jay Underwood
Power Plant Worker #1
Michael Bailey Smith
Power Plant Worker #2
Alex Hyde-White
ABC Newscaster William Russell
Rebecca Staab
Channel 9 Newscaster Carolyn Haynes
Patrick Miller
Larry the Lobbyist
Mather Zickel
Boston Newscaster
Crew
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