‘Fantastic Four: First Foes – Shalla-Bal’: Marvel Announces New Prequel Comic!!

Back in 2018 and 2019, Marvel Studios seemed like it was on top of the world, completely incapable of releasing a movie that didn’t earn over $1 billion at the box office. The studio essentially reset after Spider-Man: Far From Home in 2019, and kicked off its new Multiverse Saga, which also included shows on Disney+ instead of just feature films. It’s a bit tough … Continue reading ‘Fantastic Four: First Foes – Shalla-Bal’: Marvel Announces New Prequel Comic!!

Josh D’Amaro to Replace Bob Iger as Disney CEO Next Month!!

Fans were taken aback a few years ago when Bob Iger stepped down as Disney’s CEO, handing the job to Bob Chapek on a silver platter. This didn’t last long, however, as Chapek was booted out of his job at Disney after less than three years, with Iger coming back to replace him as CEO. This was reportedly due to strategic and financial maneuvering, but … Continue reading Josh D’Amaro to Replace Bob Iger as Disney CEO Next Month!!

Marvel Comics Announces New ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Prequel Comic!!

A prequel to The Fantastic Four: First Steps has been announced. Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps was released in United States theaters this past July. Directed by Matt Shakman, the MCU film stars Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm/Invisible Woman, Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm/The Thing, and Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm/Human Torch. It has previously been confirmed … Continue reading Marvel Comics Announces New ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Prequel Comic!!

‘Weapons’ & ‘Freakier Friday’ Set Up Opening Wins at the BO!!

Warner Bros’ vibrancy at the weekend box office with original fare continues with its tenth No. 1 title of 2025, Weapons, which is expected to hit $42.5M stateside and a $70M global win. Given the A- CinemaScore, the multiple on this will be massive ala Sinners (5.8x opening) and Get Out (5.3x). Weapons was always bound to be director Zach Cregger’s biggest opening at the … Continue reading ‘Weapons’ & ‘Freakier Friday’ Set Up Opening Wins at the BO!!

‘Fantastic Four’ Stays on Top as ‘Bad Guys 2’, ‘Naked Gun’, ‘Together’ Open Solid at the BO!!

There’s a bit of a calm spell at the box office before the Freakier Friday–Weapons double bill happening next weekend; that’s the frame everyone is excited about with a potentially over-indexing female millennial title and an enigmatic original horror movie with Kubrick-ian tones. Overall first weekend of August is $126M per Comscore, which is -27% from a year ago. Still, there was a nice variety … Continue reading ‘Fantastic Four’ Stays on Top as ‘Bad Guys 2’, ‘Naked Gun’, ‘Together’ Open Solid at the BO!!

‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Takes Top Spot with $118M Debut at the BO!!

Ok, ok, ok, so Marvel Studios/Disney‘s The Fantastic Four: First Steps is coming in lighter at $118M after a -42% slide on Saturday against Friday/previews for what was $33.2M. As we said yesterday, cynics, go pound sand. $100M-plus opening for the industry? What major studio wouldn’t want that? Also, for a superhero movie to continue to do $100M+ in its 3-day start, va bene for … Continue reading ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Takes Top Spot with $118M Debut at the BO!!

The Fantastic Four: First Steps (2025) Review!!

Synopsis – Forced to balance their roles as heroes with the strength of their family bond, the Fantastic Four must defend Earth from a ravenous space god called Galactus and his enigmatic Herald, Silver Surfer. My Take – I guess fourth time’s the charm, right? I think we all can agree that no superhero team has seen a tremulous journey as Marvel‘s First Family. First … Continue reading The Fantastic Four: First Steps (2025) Review!!

‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’: New Image Reveals Paul Walter Hauser as The Mole Man!! Check It Out!!

A new image from The Fantastic Four: First Steps has been released that confirms a popular fan theory that’s been circling for months. USA Today released a new batch of images from the upcoming MCU tentpole, including the first look at Paul Walter Hauser as The Mole Man, the villain who will make his big screen debut in the film. Fans have speculated since Hauser’s … Continue reading ‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’: New Image Reveals Paul Walter Hauser as The Mole Man!! Check It Out!!

‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’: John Malkovich’s Role Has Been Cut From Final Edit!!

Alas, there will be no Super-Apes for Marvel‘s first family to fight. Variety exclusively reports that, in a shocker, John Malkovich did not make it into the final cut of The Fantastic Four: First Steps. The beloved actor was originally slated to play the Red Ghost, Ivan Kragoff — one of the superhero team’s earliest villains, but director Matt Shakman revealed in an interview that … Continue reading ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’: John Malkovich’s Role Has Been Cut From Final Edit!!

‘The Fantastic Four: First Step’: New TV Spot Previews Another Look at The Thing’s Bearded Look!! Check It Out!!

The latest footage of The Fantastic Four: First Steps showcases a new look at The Thing’s beard in the movie. The beard was first revealed in the final trailer of the film. The Fantastic Four: First Steps hits theaters on July 25, 2025. Apart from introducing Marvel’s first family, it will also mark the start of Phase Six of the MCU. A new clip of … Continue reading ‘The Fantastic Four: First Step’: New TV Spot Previews Another Look at The Thing’s Bearded Look!! Check It Out!!

‘Charmed’ and ‘Nip/Tuck’ Actor Julian McMahon Passes Away!!

Julian McMahon, the Australian actor best known for playing Fantastic Four villain Dr. Doom and starring in Nip/Tuck, Charmed, FBI: Most Wanted, has died. He was 56. McMahon passed away July 2 in Clearwater, Florida, following a private battle with cancer. His wife, Kelly McMahon, confirmed the news in a statement shared with Deadline. “With an open heart, I wish to share with the world … Continue reading ‘Charmed’ and ‘Nip/Tuck’ Actor Julian McMahon Passes Away!!

‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Gets New International Character Poster!! Check It Out!!

Marvel Studios has shared some of the international The Fantastic Four: First Steps posters for the long-awaited Marvel Cinematic Universe reboot of Marvel’s first family. Set to kick off the MCU’s Phase 6, the movie is scheduled to make its debut in theaters on July 25, 2025. What is shown in The Fantastic Four: First Step posters? Marvel’s first family 💙 pic.twitter.com/Dluj4Q7S8k — Fantastic Four … Continue reading ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Gets New International Character Poster!! Check It Out!!

‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ Helmer Jon Watts Reveals Why He Quit Directorial Job!!

Jon Watts will always be known for his work on the MCU’s Spider-Man trilogy, but many Marvel fans will remember he was also going to tackle another project for the studio that he ultimately backed out of. Watts was the first name attached to direct the MCU’s Fantastic Four movie, but around four months after the release of Spider-Man: No Way Home, Watts exited the … Continue reading ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ Helmer Jon Watts Reveals Why He Quit Directorial Job!!

‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Epic Final Trailer Offers Best Look at Galactus Yet!! Check It Out!!

Synopsis – Forced to balance their roles as heroes with the strength of their family bond, the Fantastic Four must defend Earth from a ravenous space god called Galactus and his enigmatic Herald, Silver Surfer. Directed – Matt Shakman Starring – Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Julia Garner Check out the trailer: Continue reading ‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Epic Final Trailer Offers Best Look at Galactus Yet!! Check It Out!!

‘Fantastic Four’ & ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Confirmed to Be Directly Connected!!

The Fantastic Four: First Steps will be essential viewing for those planning to see Avengers: Doomsday. Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps arrives in theaters next month. Directed by Matt Shakman, the film stars Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm/Invisible Woman, Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm/The Thing, and Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm/Human Torch. Pascal, Kirby, Moss-Bachrach, and Quinn’s … Continue reading ‘Fantastic Four’ & ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Confirmed to Be Directly Connected!!

‘The Fantastic Four’ Sequel Is Reportedly Already in Development!!

The Fantastic Four: First Steps doesn’t hit theaters until July, but it seems Marvel Studios already knows what it has. As noted by Variety, a sequel to the upcoming MCU reboot is already in development — and Disney may have subtly confirmed it. In a surprise scheduling move, the studio dated an untitled Marvel movie for December 15, 2028, making it the fourth feature film … Continue reading ‘The Fantastic Four’ Sequel Is Reportedly Already in Development!!

‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’: New Trailer Reveals a Riveting New Look at Marvel’s First Family!! Check It Out!!

Synopsis – Forced to balance their roles as heroes with the strength of their family bond, the Fantastic Four must defend Earth from a ravenous space god called Galactus and his enigmatic Herald, Silver Surfer. Directed – Matt Shakman Starring – Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Julia Garner Check out the trailer: Continue reading ‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’: New Trailer Reveals a Riveting New Look at Marvel’s First Family!! Check It Out!!

‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Gets a New Poster!! Check It Out!!

Marvel has shared a major update for The Fantastic Four: First Steps, revealing a new poster and confirming when tickets will go on sale. The announcement comes as the studio ramps up promotion for the upcoming movie. The marketing push signals Marvel’s next big theatrical launch. The Fantastic Four: First Steps new poster shows Marvel’s new Earth The announcement was made via the official Marvel … Continue reading ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Gets a New Poster!! Check It Out!!

‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’: Joseph Quinn Confirms Mole Man Debut!!

It has been well established that the planet-devouring cosmic giant Galactus will be the main villain in Disney and Marvel’s upcoming film The Fantastic Four: First Steps. But now Joseph Quinn, who will play the hotheaded Johnny Storm/Human Torch in the highly anticipated project, has revealed that another villain will also be making his MCU debut in the film: Mole Man. Quinn revealed the news … Continue reading ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’: Joseph Quinn Confirms Mole Man Debut!!

‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’: New Empire Magazine Covers Preview the Family, Galactus & Silver Surfer!! Check It Out!!

New artwork for The Fantastic Four: First Steps has been released. The Fantastic Four: First Steps arrives in United States theaters this coming July. Directed by Matt Shakman, the MCU movie stars Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm/Invisible Woman, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm/Human Torch, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm/The Thing. What do the new Fantastic Four images look … Continue reading ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’: New Empire Magazine Covers Preview the Family, Galactus & Silver Surfer!! Check It Out!!

‘Avengers: Doomsday’ and ‘Secret Wars’ Release Dates Delayed!!

Looks like Earth’s mightiest heroes need a little more time to suit up. Disney has officially delayed the release of both of Marvel Studios’ next Avengers films — Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars — as part of a sweeping reshuffle of its theatrical calendar. Originally set to launch Phase 6 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe in May 2026, Avengers: Doomsday will now hit theaters … Continue reading ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ and ‘Secret Wars’ Release Dates Delayed!!

‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’: First Look at Galactus Revealed!! Check It Out!!

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is home to numerous legendary Marvel Comics villains. Indeed, each film in the franchise has tried to outdo the ones before them by introducing the biggest, baddest supervillain to take on its heroes. Sometimes, however, the MCU‘s interpretations of these villains can be a bit underwhelming, which is why “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” is pulling out the big guns when … Continue reading ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’: First Look at Galactus Revealed!! Check It Out!!

‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’: ‘Star Wars’ Veteran Matthew Wood to Voice H.E.R.B.I.E.!!

The Fantastic Four: First Steps is officially only a few months away, and the most anticipated MCU film of 2025 just got a major update. Empire Magazine unveiled a new image of H.E.R.B.I.E. in the film, and buried in the report was the news that the character will be voiced by Matthew Wood, famous for his work as General Grievous in the Star Wars prequel … Continue reading ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’: ‘Star Wars’ Veteran Matthew Wood to Voice H.E.R.B.I.E.!!

‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Gets New Character Posters!! Check It Out!!

New character posters for The Fantastic Four: First Steps have been released. The Fantastic Four: First Steps arrives in theaters this coming July. The MCU movie is directed by Matt Shakman and stars Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic. The new character posters, which can be viewed below via the official X Fantastic Four account, feature Pascal, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm, Ebon Moss-Bachrach as … Continue reading ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Gets New Character Posters!! Check It Out!!

‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Are Getting An Official Tie-In Comic!!

In a first for the MCU, the Marvel Comics and Marvel Studios divisions are working together on a new comic based directly in the world of one of their upcoming movies. Per Deadline, they’re prepping a one-shot for The Fantastic Four: First Steps that is designed to be an in-universe artifact from the First Family’s alternative 1960s, published by Future Foundation. It was made with … Continue reading ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Are Getting An Official Tie-In Comic!!

‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Puzzle Cover Reveals Baxter Building!! Check It Out!!

A new look at the Baxter Building and the Fantastic Four’s powers has been unveiled in the recently released jigsaw puzzle merch of The Fantastic Four: The First Steps. The upcoming Marvel Studios production is arriving in theaters on July 25, 2025, and will mark the debut of the Fantastic Four in the MCU. The movie is directed by Matt Shakman and features Vanessa Kirby, … Continue reading ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Puzzle Cover Reveals Baxter Building!! Check It Out!!

‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Trailer Introduces Julia Garner’s Silver Surfer!! Check It Out!!

Synopsis – Forced to balance their roles as heroes with the strength of their family bond, the Fantastic Four must defend Earth from a ravenous space god called Galactus and his enigmatic Herald, Silver Surfer. Directed – Matt Shakman Starring – Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Julia Garner Check out the trailer:   Continue reading ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Trailer Introduces Julia Garner’s Silver Surfer!! Check It Out!!

‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’: New Clip Teases the Family Dynamics!! Check It Out!!

Marvel Studios released a brief teaser clip from The Fantastic Four: First Steps ahead of its July 25, 2025, premiere. The footage showcases Johnny Storm in a lighthearted dinner scene, includes a nod to classic Human Torch comic art, and hints at early family dynamics within Marvel’s First Family. Fantastic Four: First Steps clip shows Johnny annoyed with Sue Storm and Reed Richards In the … Continue reading ‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’: New Clip Teases the Family Dynamics!! Check It Out!!

‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Reveals New Images!! Check It Out!!

We still have to wait a little while until we can finally discover what mega-producer Kevin Feige did with the most important family in the Marvel world, so for now the studio has to keep hyping it up. Today, Entertainment Weekly unveiled a slate of new photos that provide little hints into some aspects of The Fantastic Four: First Steps and underscore that the movie … Continue reading ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Reveals New Images!! Check It Out!!

‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Reveals New Image!! Check It Out!!

A new image from The Fantastic Four: First Steps has been released, and it features two of the brave astronauts who will venture out into space before gaining their powers. In most iterations of the story, Reed Richards (Pedro Pascal) and Ben Grimm (Ebon Moss-Bachrach) have been friends for a very long time. Their bond is what convinces Grimm to take on the dangerous mission … Continue reading ‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Reveals New Image!! Check It Out!!

‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ to Usher In a New Era of MCU Storytelling, According to Paul Walter Hauser!!

The same week that it was announced all four main Fantastic Four: First Steps actors would be returning in Avengers: Doomsday, one star whose role is still undisclosed, is highlighting what the film will likely do for the MCU franchise as a whole. Coming out July 25, First Steps is the MCU‘s turn with The Fantastic Four, after the Marvel team has already been adapted … Continue reading ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ to Usher In a New Era of MCU Storytelling, According to Paul Walter Hauser!!

‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’: New Posters Tease the Marvel Movie’s Retro-Futuristic World!! Check It Out!!

Marvel Studios has successfully launched its first family in the highly anticipated trailer of The Fantastic Four: First Steps. The movie is sought after by fans and critics alike as MCU‘s storytelling enters a new era with it. While most of the universe is set in contemporary times, Fantastic Four will take us back in time to 1960s-inspired retro-futuristic Earth and the studio has launched … Continue reading ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’: New Posters Tease the Marvel Movie’s Retro-Futuristic World!! Check It Out!!

‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Teaser Re-Introduces the First Family!! Check It Out!!

Synopsis – One of Marvel’s most iconic families makes it back to the big screen, the Fantastic Four. Directed – Matt Shakman Starring – Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Julia Garner Check out the trailer: Continue reading ‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Teaser Re-Introduces the First Family!! Check It Out!!

‘Fantastic Four: The First Steps’: Julia Garner Teases Silver Surfer Role!!

Fans are hyperexcited for The Fantastic Four: First Steps. As Marvel introduces its first family, it’ll be walking towards the culmination of its Multiverse Saga, where these characters will certainly play a big part. The feature helmed by director Matt Shakman will introduce Pedro Pascal, Venessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach in their superhero avatars. While not much is known about the project (thanks, … Continue reading ‘Fantastic Four: The First Steps’: Julia Garner Teases Silver Surfer Role!!

‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’: New Promo Art Revealed!! Check It Out!!

The Fantastic Four: First Steps is an upcoming movie that will feature the first family of Marvel. As anticipation grows around the project, it seems that a new official promo art from the movie has appeared online. The promo art, featuring all four primary members of The Fantastic Four: First Steps cast, was reportedly seen on exclusive stickers available at the Disney Celebra Christmas concert … Continue reading ‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’: New Promo Art Revealed!! Check It Out!!

‘Fantastic Four’: New BTS Images Sees Pedro Pascal Sporting Reed Richards’ Greys!! Check It Out!!

As the day of The Fantastic Four: First Steps premiere inches closer and closer, we’re bound to receive more and more information about the highly anticipated Marvel Studios production. Today, Reed Richards himself, Pedro Pascal (The Last of Us) was spotted in Spain and several Twitter accounts like Pedro Pascal Daily and Portuguese account Marvel Diário shared images. The star was sporting Mr. Fantastic’s iconic … Continue reading ‘Fantastic Four’: New BTS Images Sees Pedro Pascal Sporting Reed Richards’ Greys!! Check It Out!!

‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Synopsis Revealed!! Check It Out!!

Among the highly anticipated Marvel Studios’ projects is the story of Marvel’s first family Fantastic Four: The First Steps. The feature helmed by director Matt Shakman will introduce a new iteration of the heroes in the MCU and fans can’t wait to see Pedro Pascal, Venessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach in their superhero avatars. While most details about the project are kept tightly … Continue reading ‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Synopsis Revealed!! Check It Out!!

‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’: New BTS Image Teases The Thing!! Check It Out!!

A recent leak from the set of The Fantastic Four: First Steps has given fans an exciting first look at Ben Grimm, better known as The Thing, in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The image, shared by @CosmicMMedia on social media, reveals The Thing in his classic blue-and-white suit, complete with the iconic rocky appearance and those signature heavy eyebrows that longtime fans will immediately recognise. … Continue reading ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’: New BTS Image Teases The Thing!! Check It Out!!

‘The Fantastic Four’ Confirmed to Appear in the Next Two ‘Avengers’ Films!!

“The Fantastic Four will return”. That’s the kind of statement Marvel fans are used to seeing at the end of each MCU film. Ahead of The Fantastic Four: First Steps next summer, that has become official at San Diego Comic during the Marvel Studios panel Saturday night. It’s been revealed that The Fantastic Four composed of Pedro Pascal’s Mister Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby’s Sue Storm, Joseph … Continue reading ‘The Fantastic Four’ Confirmed to Appear in the Next Two ‘Avengers’ Films!!

‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’: MCU Feature Gets a New Title!!

Tonight at SDCC, Marvel president Kevin Feige dropped some news about the upcoming The Fantastic Four, the long-awaited movie about Marvel‘s first family, as he introduced the cast of the movie on-stage at Hall H ahead of the beginning of principal photography this week. Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Ebon Moss-Bachrach and Joseph Quinn were joined on stage by director Matt Shakman, to reveal the official … Continue reading ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’: MCU Feature Gets a New Title!!