Fantastic Four: First Steps stuns fans, early reactions rave over its ‘timeless retro-'60s aesthetic'; Details here
Fantastic Four: First Steps is a vibrant, emotionally grounded triumph.Easily the most visually distinct MCU film to date! Bold, sleek, and stunning with a timeless retro-'60s aesthetic. That combined with cast chemistry are the greatest strengths of this FANTASTIC film. pic.twitter.com/hxXdoD7y1E
The release date for the streaming and digital release of the film is currently unknown. While day-and-date streaming releases for films had become increasingly commonplace in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak, film studios have begun emphasizing the theatrical experience ever since lockdowns have lifted.
However, going by Marvel's pattern with its prior MCU releases, it can be reasonably estimated that The Fantastic Four: First Steps may release digitally 60 days later, around September.
The Fantastic Four: First Steps has positive early reactions
Early viewers of The Fantastic Four: First Steps have been showering the film with praises. User Jonathan Sim praised the movie's retro-futuristic production style and said the casting was perfect.
#TheFantasticFour: First Steps is a dream come true for Marvel fans.Fantastic retro-futuristic production design and a perfect cast lead to a standout superhero experience. You love and care about this family as they go up against a formidable foe.Awe-inspiring fun. pic.twitter.com/hs1yWAMxBw
User Dan Marcus considered The Fantastic Four: First Steps to be 'the best Marvel film in ages'.
THE FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS is the best MCU film in ages. Matt Shakman delivers the goods with an emphasis on character and story while still providing the most gorgeous visuals ever conceived for a MCU film. The anatomically correct Galactus has a huge part. Loved this. pic.twitter.com/2BwfkiyIgH
User The Moonlight Warrior hailed James Gunn's Superman and The Fantastic Four: First Steps as the 'first steps towards a new era'.
How the comic book movie genre turns it all around is by fully embracing the comicbookiness.No fear, no half measures, just pure weirdness, fantasy and escapism.Superman and Fantastic Four are the first steps towards a new era. pic.twitter.com/elNyRmoHs6
User Eric Voss called The Fantastic Four: First Steps the most visually dazzling film Marvel had ever produced, and commended Galactus's portrayal.
I saw Fantastic Four First Steps!It's the most visually dazzling film Marvel Studios has made.Galactus rocks. He's enough of a reason to see this movie. There are other reasons: the music, the performances, the action, the WORLD.A step in the right direction for Marvel. pic.twitter.com/duyAV9dnJT
User Suave2000 said that Marvel 'really cooked' with the movie, praising the story's character focus and lack of multiversal shenanigans.
#FantasticFour Just saw Fantastic Four: First Steps and WOW — Marvel really cooked with this one. Retro sci-fi vibes, emotional core, and no multiverse chaos 🙌 Kirby is flawless, Pascal is peak nerd dad energy 🥹, and the team chemistry is flawless. Marvel is BACK. 9/10 pic.twitter.com/MkcsxWhvpB
The Hashtag Show acknowledged that there was some fatigue around superhero movies, but The Fantastic Four: First Steps signified what made this genre of movies great.
You would be right to feel fatigue from comic book movies lately, but The Fantastic Four: First Steps is something that'll bring you back and want more from the genre. Excellent performances and aesthetics highlight this absolute smash of a film. #FantasticFour #TheFantasticFour pic.twitter.com/w5APm95vi6
User Eric Goldman considered the film "delightful" and praised the family dynamics.
The Fantastic Four: First Steps is truly delightful. Perfectly captures the FF and their dynamic. I had a big smile on my face throughout it and wow on the awesome production design and visuals. pic.twitter.com/8GbN3cULJW
The Fantastic Four: First Steps will release on digital and streaming at a later date
The digital and streaming release date for The Fantastic Four: First Steps has not been formally announced. However, Marvel has usually released their films on digital 60 days after release, and on streaming services like Disney+ around 90-100 days after release.
This means that the film may arrive for digital rent and purchase sometime in September, with a Disney+ release coming later.
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