Meet the Fantastic Four, Marvel's New Movie Heroes

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Marvel Studios released the trailer for their latest film, "The Fantastic Four: First Steps," on Tuesday (04/02/2025). This long-awaited film marks the return of the first superhero group to appear in Marvel Comics to the big screen after a long absence.

The Fantastic Four first appeared in comics in 1961 and became one of the iconic superhero teams in the Marvel world. Consisting of four main members—Reed Richards, Susan Storm, Johnny Storm, and Ben Grimm—they have extraordinary abilities after being exposed to cosmic radiation that changes their genetics.

Reed Richards, known as Mr. Fantastic, has the ability to stretch his body like rubber. Meanwhile, Susan Storm, or Invisible Woman is able to make herself and objects around her invisible and produce a telekinetic protective shield.

In addition, there is also Johnny Storm aka Human Torch, Susan's younger brother, who can turn himself into fire and fly at high speed. The last member of the Fantastic Four, Ben Grimm, or The Thing, has a body made of hard stone with extraordinary endurance.

Since their first introduction, the Fantastic Four have been an important part of the development of Marvel comic book hero stories. They play a role in defeating many major enemies, including Doctor Doom, who is one of their main enemies.

The Fantastic Four are one of Marvel's popular superheroes and have been featured several times on the big screen. Five films feature their story, starting with the 1994 version, which was released in limited edition, and ending with the latest one planned by Marvel Studios.

The latest film "The Fantastic Four: First Steps" is planned to premiere on July 25, 2025, in the United States. This film promises the action of Reed and his friends who will most likely be an important part of the development of the wider Marvel universe.