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"Did you guys see the new Fantastic Four: First Steps trailer?!" That’s the question every Marvel fan is asking right now — and for good reason.
The trailer just dropped, and it’s packed with surprises, big reveals, and a fresh take on Marvel’s first superhero family. From cosmic characters to emotional twists, this isn’t just another origin story — it’s something way bigger.
What makes this trailer truly stand out is its vintage style — like you're watching old TV footage about a legendary team. It shows clips from the Fantastic Four’s space mission, framed like it's part of the world’s history now. Just like Spider-Man: Homecoming skipped the usual backstory, this film seems to start with the Fantastic Four already being famous — and respected.
But the real buzz? A pregnant Sue Storm, a destroyed Earth (maybe?), a silent HERBIE, and yes… our first look at Shalla-Bal as the Silver Surfer. Sounds wild? It is.
In this blog, we’re breaking down the 5 biggest reveals from the Fantastic Four: First Steps trailer — and trust us, you don’t want to miss what’s coming. Let’s dive in!
Fantastic Four: First Steps Trailer Story
The preview for The Fantastic Four: First Steps showcases a television host discussing the Fantastic Four and displaying footage from their first space expedition. This video is shown as archival material, enclosed within a square aspect ratio and utilizing vintage film stock.
This implies that the origin tale is likely familiar to the public, potentially taking place prior to the film. This could clarify how they have developed a highly respected reputation so fast and is the same strategy used by Spider-Man: Homecoming. This was successful previously, implying that The Fantastic Four: First Steps will also be a success.
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1. The MCU's Shalla-Bal Is The Silver Surfer
Julia Garner plays Shalla-Bal in The Fantastic Four: First Steps, a character who in the comic books is the love interest of the first Silver Surfer, Norrin Radd. Shalla-Bal is frequently portrayed as the timeless Empress of Zenn-La, the world that she and Norrin regard as their home.
Norrin chooses to serve as the herald of Galactus and acquire the cosmic power to rescue his world from Galactus. It can be assumed that the MCU's Silver Surfer would have opted for a comparable arrangement, serving as the planet's Empress, which is not only more logical but also enhances female representation.
2. HERBIE Appears Incapable Of Speaking
HERBIE, the loyal robotic ally of the Fantastic Four, is featured in The Fantastic Four: First Steps trailer interacting with a sequence of R2-D2-like beeps and whistles. HERBIE was introduced to replace the Human Torch in the animated series The New Fantastic Four.
He later turned into a regular feature of the comics, and many assumed he would be voiced by Jon Malkovich following the announcement of his casting. Clearly, according to the First Steps trailer, this is not true.
3. A World, Likely Earth, Destroyed
At approximately the 1:51 point in The Fantastic Four: First Steps trailer, there is a large crater on a planet resembling Earth closely. It’s a brief glimpse, yet it indicates a significant planetary occurrence within the story.
This could imply various scenarios, such as Galactus effectively consuming Earth (which might lead the Fantastic Four to switch universes), or perhaps another planet that closely resembles it – potentially to increase the tension. It might also serve as a depiction/preview of the potential devastation if the team does not stop the massive antagonist.
4. What Actions Did Reed Richards Take?
Reed Richards seems to inform Sue that he is responsible for the Silver Surfer's arrival, asserting that he has "stretched the limits of space." There has been speculation for some time that Galactus could pose a Multiversal danger, and the teaser depicted the hero exploring alternate realities.
Marvel Studios might take inspiration from Jonathan Hickman's Avengers series by utilizing Galactus in a fashion akin to The Builders.
If Galactus can move through the void between worlds, he can consume from every reality and, by consuming Earth, might be capable of annihilating a reality prior to an Incursion occurring. It's complex, indeed, but it could connect well to Avengers: Doomsday.
5. Sue Storm Is Pregnant
In The Fantastic Four: First Steps, it is disclosed that Susan Storm is expecting a child, an exciting turn of events that hints at the coming of Franklin Richards, the mutant son of Sue and Reed. Earlier in the trailer, it is shown that Sue is expecting, and she is later seen with a noticeable belly.
This marks a significant advancement since Franklin Richards is an important character in the comics and likely exists in the contemporary timeline of the universe. This implies that Franklin could easily be integrated into the franchise in an upcoming contemporary project, while also increasing the risks for Susan and Reed in First Steps.
5. Revealed The Fantastic Four's Iconic Transportation
The Fantasticar is the legendary transport for Marvel’s first family, debuting in 1962’s Fantastic Four #3. The transportation was created by Reed Richards, and there have been multiple developments over the years. The initial version was a flying vehicle with various operational modules for each participant.
This version was earlier modified for the critically reviled The Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer. The iteration depicted in The Fantastic Four: First Steps travels along the surface and is designed to evoke the 1960s retro futurist aesthetic, resembling a "vehicle of the future" from that era.
From cosmic threats to emotional twists, Fantastic Four: First Steps is shaping up to be a bold and refreshing chapter in the MCU. If the trailer is this exciting, imagine what the full movie has in store!
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