Overview

• The Matt Shakman–directed reboot introduces Pedro Pascal’s Mister Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby’s Invisible Woman, Joseph Quinn’s Human Torch and Ebon Moss-Bachrach’s Thing as Marvel’s First Family.
• Shakman deliberately underused Mister Fantastic’s stretching powers to heighten dramatic tension and pave the way for more spectacular showcases in future installments.
• After a $125 million domestic opening, the film suffered a 66 percent second-weekend drop and has grossed $382 million worldwide, with projections indicating it could turn a modest profit.
• Bob Iger defended the picture as an “original property” success that expands the Marvel Cinematic Universe for audiences new to the Fantastic Four.
• Marvel Studios is moving into early planning for a sequel with Shakman expected to return and will feature the team again in next December’s Avengers: Doomsday.