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The Fantastic 4: First Steps

2025·Movie
1h 55min·PG-13
73
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Stunning style, high energy.

Energy

Epic and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Spectacle9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Tension7

Heart

Awe-inspiring and nostalgic

Much of it is about family.

  • Wonder9
  • Nostalgia8
  • Family Dynamics8

Humor

Some sharp wit and situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Situational Comedy5
  • Dark Humor5

World

The future, family, and technology

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Novelty8
  • Dialogue Centrality7

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and characters

  • Direction9
  • Acting9
  • Character Depth8

Style

Standout visual style, cinematography, and score

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Visual Stylization10
  • Cinematography9
  • Music Composition9

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking

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About

Welcome to the family.

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.
Retro-Futuristic Sci-FiFound Family DynamicsCosmic Horror ElementsVisually DazzlingIntellectual SuperheroesExistential ThemesNostalgic Mid-Century AestheticEmotional DepthGrand Scale SpectacleMarvel Cinematic Universe

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Fantastic 4: First Steps

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Fantastic 4: First Steps legally?

The Fantastic 4: First Steps is included with a subscription to Disney+ in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Fantastic 4: First Steps worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74/100 (IMDb 6.8, Rotten Tomatoes 86%, and Metacritic 65). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Fantastic 4: First Steps rated?

PG-13ViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How long is The Fantastic 4: First Steps?

1 h 55 min

The Fantastic 4: First Steps runs 1 h 55 min.

Is The Fantastic 4: First Steps based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a comic.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Fantastic 4: First Steps?

Critics76
Audiences73

Yes. Critics average 76 and audiences 73 out of 100, so both groups see The Fantastic 4: First Steps much the same way.

Was The Fantastic 4: First Steps a box office hit?

Budget$200 million
Box office$522 million

Yes. It cost about $200 million to make and earned $522 million worldwide, 2.6 times its budget.

What language is The Fantastic 4: First Steps in?

EnglishFrenchUzbek

It was made in English, with some French, Uzbek. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Fantastic 4: First Steps?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Fantastic 4: First Steps in 72 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Fantastic 4: First Steps use?

Declaration of ProtectionShadow of Impending DoomHappily MarriedAdaptational ModestyAspect Ratio SwitchSpiritual AntithesisLogo JokeRaygun GothicFamed in StoryCursed with AwesomeCasting GagIt's All My Faultand 30 more

TV Tropes lists 42 storytelling tropes for The Fantastic 4: First Steps, including Declaration of Protection, Shadow of Impending Doom, Happily Married.