Let’s be real, Marvel has been juggling sequels, multiverse chaos, and cameos like a caffeinated circus act lately. But Fantastic Four: First Steps? Oh, this one hits differently. It’s not just another superhero flick tossed onto the conveyor belt of capes and quips. This is Marvel remembering what it’s all about: heart, family, and heroes who feel human.
Reed, Sue, Johnny, and Ben aren’t just a team here, they’re a family. And the film makes sure you feel that, from their first awkward interaction to the moments where they’d clearly die for each other (literally). There’s no forced “we’re a family” dialogue; their chemistry does the heavy lifting. It’s raw, it’s earned, and honestly, it’s the kind of team dynamic that makes you wonder why Marvel didn’t bring these four into the MCU sooner.
Yes, the action is massive, galactic even. Galactus shows up with a scale that will make your jaw drop. But what’s clever is that the battles never feel hollow. Every punch, every clash, every fiery streak from Johnny feels like it’s powered by emotional stakes. It’s less about saving the world because “that’s what heroes do” and more about these four protecting each other and finding their place as a family. That’s where the real power lies.
Giacchino’s score? Absolute goosebumps territory. This man clearly composed this soundtrack while sipping the tears of every emotionally wrecked Marvel fan. It’s sweeping, haunting, and grand all at once, one of those rare scores you’ll actually want to listen to long after leaving the theater.
Fantastic Four: First Steps doesn’t drown in CGI or cheap jokes. Instead, it stays grounded. It’s about fear, courage, and love as much as it’s about cosmic storms and stretchy limbs. It’s a film that feels personal, like the creators behind it really care about these characters, because they do. And that care shines through every scene.
Rating: 9/10 ⭐️
This isn’t just one of the best MCU films in years, it’s easily top five material. It has heart, humor, action, and actual soul. Fantastic Four: First Steps isn’t just a superhero movie. It’s a love letter to why these characters have always mattered!
