Time Magazine has released four individual covers featuring the principal characters from Marvel Studios’ upcoming film “Fantastic Four: First Steps.” The issues spotlight Reed Richards (Mister Fantastic), Sue Storm (Invisible Woman), Johnny Storm (Human Torch) and Ben Grimm (The Thing), marking the latest step in the studio’s promotional campaign for its next superhero franchise entry. “Fantastic Four: First Steps,” scheduled to open in theaters on July 25, 2025, launches Phase Six of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Directed by Matt Shakman, the film stars Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as the iconic quartet, with Ralph Ineson portraying the cosmic villain Galactus. The new Time covers aim to reintroduce the team following earlier, less successful film adaptations and to build anticipation ahead of the movie’s release.
The Fantastic Four: First Steps family members grace the cover of Time Magazine to promote Marvel’s latest superhero epic https://t.co/8yZLYBmJen https://t.co/JDUtW4FkgW
Ben Grimm on the cover of Time Magazine. #TheFantasticFourFirstSteps https://t.co/knpdwMerzp
Johnny Storm on the cover of Time Magazine. #TheFantasticFourFirstSteps https://t.co/95datC6eHb