A new set photo from The Fantastic Four: First Steps has surfaced, giving fans their first glimpse of Ebon Moss-Bachrach as The Thing. The biggest surprise? The Thing is practical, not CGI!
Marvel Studios has assembled an all-star cast for this reboot, including Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm, and Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm. Ebon Moss-Bachrach’s portrayal of Ben Grimm/The Thing adds a tangible, gritty feel to the film, marking a departure from the heavy reliance on VFX in previous adaptations.
The film’s plot revolves around Galactus and Silver Surfer’s impending threat to Earth, with Ralph Ineson as Galactus and Julia Garner as Shalla-Bal/Silver Surfer. Directed by Matt Shakman, with a screenplay by Josh Friedman, Cam Squires, and Eric Pearson, this highly anticipated installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe is set to hit theaters on July 25, 2025.
Keep an eye out for more reveals as the release date approaches!