"Fantastic Four Trailer Unveils Baby Franklin Richards"

Marvel Studios has officially unveiled a brand-new trailer for *The Fantastic Four: First Steps*, offering fans an exciting glimpse into the latest chapter of the MCU. Among the most notable reveals in the trailer is the first-ever on-screen appearance of baby Franklin Richards—a moment that has sent shockwaves through the Marvel fan community.

While much of the footage appears to be recycled from previous promotional material, the emotional core of this trailer lies in the intimate scene featuring Reed Richards (Mister Fantastic) and Sue Storm (Invisible Woman) lying in bed with their newborn son, Franklin. This seemingly small moment carries massive implications for the future of the MCU.

Vanessa Kirby, who portrays Sue Storm, recently hinted at the significance of her character’s storyline during an interview with Empire Magazine, stating: “It’s not just adults that have superpowers.” That cryptic remark now seems all the more meaningful in light of Franklin’s debut in the film.

This revelation marks a pivotal turning point for the MCU, as previously explored by IGN. As we noted earlier this year:

Anyone familiar with the Fantastic Four comics knows how significant this is. With Franklin Richards entering the MCU, audiences are about to witness the arrival of one of the most powerful mutants in Marvel history—and potentially his equally gifted sister too. Let’s break down why Sue’s pregnancy could reshape the entire Marvel multiverse.

Franklin possesses reality-warping abilities so immense they can alter matter, create entire pocket dimensions, and even allow him to project his consciousness across the astral plane. His powers extend to telekinesis, telepathy, and beyond—making him a cosmic-level force rivaled only by entities like Galactus and the Celestials. And he's only going to grow stronger over time. The Fantastic Four have encountered multiple adult versions of Franklin from alternate timelines, suggesting he will eventually become an immortal protector of the Marvel Universe.

So what does this mean for *The Fantastic Four: First Steps*? Could Franklin Richards age rapidly within the film’s narrative and play a crucial role in helping the team confront Galactus? Is it possible the events of the movie span several years rather than just a few weeks? Kirby’s comment definitely suggests that Franklin may begin to exhibit his extraordinary powers—even at a young age.

Meanwhile, fans were treated to a long-awaited line from Ben Grimm—played by Ebon Moss-Bachrach—who shouts back “Hell yeah!” when asked by Johnny Storm (Joseph Quinn): “Is it clobberin’ time?” A moment many have waited years to hear in live-action form.

As anticipation builds ahead of the film’s July release, director Matt Shakman was recently asked whether Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom would appear in the movie. While his response seemed to rule out a major cameo, many still believe Doctor Doom could make a surprise appearance—possibly in a post-credits scene.

Earlier this month, it was confirmed that *The Fantastic Four: First Steps* will be the longest MCU film since *Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3* (2023). Additionally, fans got a closer look at Ralph Ineson’s take on Galactus via a leaked Snapple promotional image, which revealed key details about the character’s design. This follows a revealing Funko Pop! spoiler for The Fantastic Four: First Steps that teased some unexpected character appearances.