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MULTIVERSEPhase 6•Multiverse Saga•Essential Priority
The Fantastic Four: First Steps
2025-07-25 130 min Matt Shakman Alternate Retro-Futuristic 1960s Universe
Narrative Synopsis
Set in a vibrant, retro-futuristic 1960s alternate universe, Marvel's First Family must balance cosmic exploration and family bonds while defending their Earth against the world-devourer Galactus.
WHY SHOULD I WATCH THIS?
KICKS OFF PHASE 6. Introduces Marvel's First Family into the Marvel Studios cannon in their own distinct universe, before an incursion or cosmic collapse sends them directly into Avengers: Doomsday.
WHAT SHOULD I REMEMBER?
- The Fantastic Four originate in an alternate retro-futuristic timeline, NOT the main Earth-616.
- Galactus threatens to consume their world, forcing cosmic survival measures.
- Reed Richards and Victor Von Doom share the most profound intellectual rivalry in Marvel comics.
WHAT DOES THIS CONNECT TO?
- Direct gateway into Avengers: Doomsday. Confirmed by Kevin Feige to cross directly over into Doomsday.
Doomsday RelevanceEssential
THE NUMBER ONE LEAD-IN TO DOOMSDAY. Reed Richards is Victor Von Doom's primary philosophical and scientific foil.
Post-Credits Scenes (1)Importance: Crucial
A multiversal rift opens or Doctor Doom makes his presence felt as reality collapses.
Plot Resolution Summary:The team defends their retro-future Earth against Galactus before multiversal destabilization forces them into the greater Multiverse.
Climax & Resolution for The Fantastic Four: First Steps
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Where This Fits in the Universe
Release Order Index:#37
Chronological Index:#37
Phase & Saga:Phase 6
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