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The latest Avengers: Doomsday teaser introduces the Fantastic Four to the MCU, with Ben Grimm making a Wakanda/Talokan appearance alongside Shuri, signaling FF’s first major integration and fueling talk of Doctor Doom as Marvel hints at more teasers ahead of the December 18, 2026 release.
The Fantastic Four: First Steps topped the weekend box office with $40 million but experienced a steep 66% drop in its second weekend, indicating a decline in audience interest. Despite positive reviews and a fresh take, it hasn't matched the success of previous Marvel films or DC's Superman, suggesting challenges for Marvel's current franchise strategy. Other notable releases include The Bad Guys 2 and The Naked Gun, with the latter opening to a solid debut.
The Marvel film 'Fantastic Four: First Steps' maintained the top spot at the US box office in its second week with $40 million, despite a significant 66% drop from its opening weekend, indicating a concerning decline compared to previous Marvel releases, while globally it was edged out by the Chinese film 'Dead to Rights'.
Disney/Marvel's 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' experienced a 66% drop in its second weekend at the US box office, earning $40.8 million after a strong opening, which is below industry expectations and less resilient than comparable superhero films like 'Superman.' Meanwhile, 'The Bad Guys 2' and 'The Naked Gun' are performing as projected, with the former aiming for a strong family audience and the latter benefiting from positive reviews and nostalgia.
The article discusses the absence of Doctor Doom in 'Fantastic Four: First Steps' and the implications for the Marvel Cinematic Universe, highlighting fans' curiosity about Doom's whereabouts during major crises and speculating on how Marvel might address this gap in future films.
Marvel's 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' debuted strongly at the box office with $118 million in North America and $100 million internationally, totaling $218 million globally, marking a positive start for the franchise and indicating a potential resurgence for Marvel's superhero films.
Marvel Rivals, a new multiplayer game, has attracted 10 million players in its first three days. Recent leaks suggest that the Fantastic Four, including Mr. Fantastic, Thing, Invisible Woman, and Human Torch, will soon be playable characters. The Human Torch will have a team-up ability with Storm called Omega Fire. These characters might appear in Season 1, starting in January, though official confirmation from NetEase and Marvel Games is pending.
Marvel Rivals, a hero shooter game, is set to launch with 33 characters and will expand with 12 leaked DLC characters, including Blade, Ultron, and members of the Fantastic Four. The game will receive ongoing updates with new heroes, maps, and content. It will be available on PS5, PC, and Xbox from December 6th.
Marvel's 'Fantastic Four: First Steps' is set to release on July 25, 2025, introducing the iconic superhero family in a 1960s-inspired, retro-futuristic setting. The film will feature Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Johnny Storm, and Ben Grimm as they confront the cosmic threat of Galactus and his Herald, Silver Surfer. The movie is expected to integrate the Fantastic Four into the main MCU, potentially setting the stage for future crossovers with the Avengers and X-Men.
At D23 Brazil, new standees reveal Sam Wilson's updated Captain America costume for 'Brave New World,' drawing comparisons to Steve Rogers' evolution in 'The Winter Soldier.' Displays for 'Daredevil: Born Again' and 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' were also showcased, though they offered no new insights. Marvel may release trailers for its 2025 films, but significant reveals are expected at December's CCXP. 'Captain America: Brave New World,' featuring Anthony Mackie and Harrison Ford, is set for a February 2025 release.