Marvel fans, it’s time to get excited! Marvel Studios finally announced a title for the upcoming “Fantastic Four” movie. The announcement stirred the fans. One of the most popular superhero teams belonging to Marvel is “Fantastic Four.” Now, they come to the big screen again.
The Title Announcement
The new movie will be titled “Fantastic Four: First Steps.” The title in and of itself gives way to promising storyline. One of the more famous characters in the Marvel Universe is the Silver Surfer. He is a shiny, silver character with a surfboard that enables him to fly through space. The fans are really looking forward to how this character will be developed in the new movie.
Who are the Fantastic Four?
They belong to the category of superhero teams. Originally, they comprised four members when first introduced in Marvel Comics in 1961, including Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Johnny Storm, and Ben Grimm. Powers differ from person to person.
Reed Richards
This superhero is also known by the alias of Mr. Fantastic. His body can take any shape he desires. He is a scientist of extraordinary skills and, at the same time, the head of this superhero team.
Sue Storm
Sue Storm is also known as the Invisible Woman. She can turn invisible and can project force fields from her body. She is married to Reed Richards.
Johnny Storm
Johnny Storm is also known as Human Torch. He can generate and control flames from his body. He can fly by turning his body into flames. Johnny is Sue’s younger brother.
Ben Grimm
Ben Grimm is called the Thing. He is impossibly strong, looking like a moving boulder. This would suggest his exterior is quite hard, but actually, on the inside, he is very loyal to his friends.
The Silver Surfer
He is one of the rather unique characters in this series. His real name is Norrin Radd. He is from the planet Zenn-La. He becomes a Silver Surfer because of a deal he had made with Galactus, a powerful, cosmic entity. He agrees to serve Galactus in return for saving his planet. He travels through space in search of planets to satiate the hunger of Galactus.
However, when the Silver Surfer finally breaks into Earth’s atmosphere, he eventually undergoes an epiphany and feels obligated to save Earth from Galactus. Thereby, he becomes a hero. The tale of the Silver Surfer is simultaneously tragic and heroic. As such, fans eagerly wait to see how this story will be unraveled in the new movie.
The Cast
Marvel Studios has not yet confirmed an entire cast for “Fantastic Four: First Steps.” However, there are many speculations regarding the lead roles that are going to be portrayed. Some fans would like to see John Krasinski and Emily Blunt take the roles of Reed Richards and Sue Storm. Other names on the list include Zac Efron as the portrayal for Johnny Storm and Dwayne Johnson for Ben Grimm.
Of equal importance will be casting the Silver Surfer. Fans generally agree that this complex character needs to be portrayed by a talented actor. The Fantastic Four are iconic characters and so hold a lot of potential when it comes to the expectations of the fans.
The Director
The new “Fantastic Four” movie is directed by Matt Shakman. He’s the famous mind behind the TV series “WandaVision,” very popular in its time. This background at Marvel will help him take care of the project. Fans trust he will do a nice job.
The Plot
The exact storyline of “Fantastic Four: First Steps” is still under wraps. However, if the title is anything to go by, there is an idea that is apparent: it’s going to be about the Silver Surfer. It might show his origin story and how he encounters the Fantastic Four. It might delve into his struggle with Galactus.
The Fantastic Four, in most instances, go on far-out adventures that take them to places strangers and exciting. The movie could look into taking viewers to other planets and dimensions. This would present several opportunities for showing off their powers and teamwork.
Special Effects
Marvel movies are known for their great special effects, and “Fantastic Four: First Steps” will likely not be an exception. The shiny appearance of the Silver Surfer and his surfboard will require nothing but the latest technology. The Fantastic Four’s powers also need to be shown with impressive graphics.
It’s going to be full of action scenes: a human torch flying through the skies on fire, the Thing dealing mighty punches, the Invisible Woman moving with her force fields, and Reed Richards’ stretching ability are all going to be genuinely spectacular.
Release Date
As it stands, there is no officially announced release date for “Fantastic Four: First Steps”. It will most likely be sometime within the next two years, however, as Marvel Studios does not miss a beat when it comes to their movie releases. Fans want to keep an eye out for more information.
Fan Reactions
A new “Fantastic Four” movie is in high demand from fans. The previous cinematic attempts at translating the team into film did not fare so well. With Marvel Studios behind it now, however, there is widespread optimism. The new title stirred quite a lot of interest. Social media is rife with discussion and speculation.
Many are working on fan art and sending in their fan theories. Others prefer to submit casting choices. The anticipation is building up, and the fans just can’t wait to see the first trailer.
Conclusion
“Fantastic Four: First Steps” has very great potential to be an exciting addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Charming characters, their comeback on the big screen is hotly anticipated. It holds great potential for success with a talented director and a potential star-studded cast coupled with an intriguing storyline.
Marvel fans, there’s much to cheer for. The new “Fantastic Four” movie is going to be action-packed, full of adventure, and blown apart with mind-blowing special effects. Throwing in the Silver Surfer raises the stakes even higher. Look out for more updates as the release date approaches. It’s time the Fantastic Four rise again!