From left: Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Vanessa Kirby, Pedro Pascal and Joseph Quinn. Courtesy of 20th Century Studios/Marvel Studios Share on Facebook Share on X Share to Flipboard Send an Email Show additional share options Share on LinkedIn Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share on Tumblr Share on Whats App Print the Article Post a Comment Logo text To much fanfare, and a galaxy of stars in attendance, Marvel Studios' hotly anticipated The Fantastic Four: First Steps held its world premiere at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in Los Angeles on Monday night. Not long after the screening ended, reactions to the movie started flooding social media. Though full critics' reviews for First Steps are embargoed till Tuesday, the early social media response seems overwhelmingly positive, with many viewers suggesting that the film is the best cinematic depiction of Marvel's First Family. Related Stories Movies Marvel's Kevin Feige Talks Scaling Back, Losing Kang and His Texts to James Gunn After 'Superman' Movies Box Office: 'Superman' Crosses $200M Domestically, Targets $56M-$57M Second Weekend The 37th entry in the long-running Marvel Cinematic Universe, First Steps is directed Matt Shakman and stars Pedro Pascal (Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic), Vanessa Kirby (Sue Storm/Invisible Woman), Ebon Moss-Bachrach (Ben Grim/The Thing), and Joseph Quinn (Johnny Storm/Human Torch) as the titular team. Set on an alternative Earth, the film sees the team attempting to stop the planet-devouring menace of Galactus (Ralph Ineson) who is helped by his herald, the Silver Surfer (Julia Garner). First Steps is released in theaters worldwide on July 25. Before the film's release, and full critics' reviews, read on for a sampling of early reaction from First Steps' premiere. The Fantastic Four: First Steps is truly delightful. Perfectly captures the FF and their dynamic. I had a big smile on my face throughout it and wow on the awesome production design and visuals. pic.twitter.com/8GbN3cULJW- Eric Goldman (@TheEricGoldman) July 22, 2025 #TheFantasticFour was AMAZING! The cast & their chemistry hold this film up. Pedro delivered my favorite performance as Reed. The score elevates every scene & is sooo prevalent. Galactus is perfectly adapted. This is a film with joy, heart, comedy & more. Solid 8/10. pic.twitter.com/LNVvL3SKHZ- Matt Ramos (@therealsupes) July 22, 2025 THE FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS is the best MCU film in ages. Matt Shakman delivers the goods with an emphasis on character and story while still providing the most gorgeous visuals ever conceived for a MCU film. The anatomically correct Galactus has a huge part. Loved this. pic.twitter.com/2BwfkiyIgH- Dan Marcus (@Danimalish) July 22, 2025 #FantasticFour is the most visually stunning and tonally distinct MCU movie yet. All 4 of the main cast members kill it, with Vanessa Kirby being the standout. Giacchino's score is an all timer. You will regret not watching this movie in the biggest theater possible. pic.twitter.com/1gdoH71LuD- Jack McBryan (@McBDirect) July 22, 2025 #FantasticFour is my favorite MCU project since WandaVision. Incredible craftsmanship & visual design on display bolstered by pitch perfect performances (especially from Kirby & Pascal). A moving story on parenthood and trying to soften the world for your child. And that SCORE!! pic.twitter.com/oPWxsIOCyx- adam patla (@apat10) July 22, 2025 They really did it. The #FantasticFour have FINALLY been given the cinematic treatment they deserved all along. That was one of the most unique & satisfying MCU films yet.... WOW. I need repeat viewings asap. @MarvelStudios @FantasticFour pic.twitter.com/mBS5cCFAgq- Jake Holland (@pizzabeardparty) July 22, 2025 #TheFantasticFour is on par w/ #Superman when it comes to a story about hope, love & family. It's also probably the easiest access point for people that want to get into Marvel. Pedro Pascal, Joseph Quinn & Ebon Moss-Bachrach were fantastic. But Vanessa Kirby? Oh she ate 💅🏻👑 pic.twitter.com/qKoRJNm58V- Lyra Hale ✍️🇵🇷🏳️🌈 (@MsLyraHale) July 22, 2025 FANTASTIC FOUR: THE FIRST STEPS brings the team to us in a new and refreshing way. Matt Shakman's vision of their NYC is gorgeous and intoxicating and Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach are perfect. It's about family!!!! 💙 pic.twitter.com/ISdfduL6Su- Rachel Leishman (@RachelLeishman) July 22, 2025 #TheFantasticFour is a fun, vibrant intro to Marvel's First Family. Packed w/ retrofuturism, heart, and family feels, it's a fresh, crowd-pleasing kickoff fans old & new can celebrate. The score lifts every moment, and the chemistry shines. It's just a good time. #FantasticFour pic.twitter.com/Ks68jtd4be- iammichaeljlee.bsky.social (@IamMichaelJLee) July 22, 2025 #TheFantasticFour felt like The Jetsons meets Star Trek-the retro-futuristic '60s vibe was perfect. But the character dynamics and chemistry were FANTASTIC. It's a solid, straightforward adaptation done right. We finally got a good Fantastic Four movie. pic.