Overview

• Vanessa Kirby’s portrayal of Sue Storm has emerged as the standout performance in early reviews, earning acclaim for her emotional depth and leadership
• Preview audiences have lauded the movie’s retro-futuristic 1960s aesthetic and bold, larger-than-life depiction of Galactus
• The MCU debuts of Galactus and Silver Surfer heighten the cosmic stakes as the team fights to protect an alternate Earth
• As the inaugural entry of Phase Six’s Multiverse Saga, First Steps lays narrative groundwork for the upcoming Doomsday and Secret Wars finales
• Industry analysts forecast a strong box office rebound for Marvel, estimating a $125–150 million US debut ahead of the July 25 release