The runtime for “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” has been disclosed, marking it as the longest Marvel movie in over two years. According to AMC Theatres, this highly anticipated entry in Marvel’s Phase 6 will run for two hours and ten minutes, surpassing the length of recent Marvel films.
This new installment is the first since “Guardians of the Galaxy 3,” which had a runtime of two hours and 30 minutes. More recent releases have been comparatively shorter, including “Thunderbolts” at two hours and six minutes and “Captain America: Brave New World” at one hour and 58 minutes. The previous year saw “Deadpool and Wolverine” clocking in at two hours and eight minutes, while “The Marvels” was significantly shorter at just one hour and 45 minutes.
In “Fantastic Four: First Steps,” Marvel’s beloved superhero family makes their MCU debut. The film stars Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm, also known as the Thing. They face formidable foes in Galactus, portrayed by Ralph Ineson, and his herald, the Silver Surfer, played by Julia Garner. The ensemble cast also features John Malkovich, Natasha Lyonne, and Paul Walter Hauser, with Matt Shakman, known for his work on “WandaVision,” directing the film.
Set to hit theaters on July 25, “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” promises to be an exciting addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, building anticipation among fans for its release. With the superhero genre continually evolving, this film could offer a fresh and engaging experience for audiences. As we await its debut, fans can explore the upcoming slate of superhero movies set for release in 2025 and beyond.