Marvel Studios celebrated the streaming release of The Fantastic Four: First Steps with a lighthearted video featuring stars Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, and Joseph Quinn. The video, shared on X (formerly Twitter), showcases the actors attempting to fit into a selfie, highlighting Pascal’s character, Mr. Fantastic, and his iconic stretchy powers.
Engaging Promotion for a New Era
The film, which successfully rebooted the Fantastic Four franchise, premiered on Disney+ early in November, following a successful theatrical run that began approximately three and a half months earlier. Marvel’s promotional video cleverly utilized humor and relatability, emphasizing the film’s themes while engaging fans.
In the clip, the four actors struggle to fit into the frame for a selfie. Pascal humorously extends his arm to capture the moment, prompting Marvel to caption the post: “Gather your family (and friends) together to stream Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps. Now on Disney+.” This relatable nod to Mr. Fantastic’s abilities resonated with audiences, leading to a wave of positive comments praising both the film and the promotional effort.
Success in the Marvel Cinematic Universe
The Fantastic Four: First Steps has not only integrated the legendary characters into the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) but has also laid the groundwork for future projects, including an upcoming Avengers film centered around Doctor Doom. The film features the formidable villain Galactus, a character long associated with the Marvel Comics universe, hinting at a larger storyline to unfold in subsequent releases.
This film’s world-building efforts are particularly significant as Marvel gears up for projects that will delve deeper into multiversal themes within the MCU. The success of The Fantastic Four: First Steps is reflected in its box office performance, having grossed approximately $521.9 million worldwide. It has garnered generally positive reviews from critics, marking a successful return for the franchise.
As Marvel continues to expand its cinematic universe, the positive reception of this latest installment serves as a promising sign for future endeavors, ensuring that the Fantastic Four will remain a key part of the Marvel narrative moving forward.
