The Fantastic Four: First Steps 2 release date is a big talking point following the success of the first film. Matt Shakman’s MCU debut for Marvel’s First Family introduced Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Ben Grimm, and Johnny Storm on Earth-828, a retro-futuristic setting separate from the Sacred Timeline. With strong early reactions and new characters like Franklin Richards and Galactus already in play, fans are eager to know what’s next.
What is the Fantastic Four: First Steps 2 release date estimate?
The Fantastic Four: First Steps 2 release date estimate is between 2028 and 2029.
This estimate comes from Marvel Studios’ recent update to its 2028 slate, which includes four untitled films. Industry sources, including Variety, report that one of these could be a sequel to First Steps, though Marvel has not officially confirmed it.
The timing aligns with the conclusion of Phase Six and the transition into Phase Seven. Given that First Steps directly ties into Avengers: Doomsday and Secret Wars, its sequel would logically follow in the next saga.
Fantastic Four: First Steps 2 news and updates
While Marvel Studios has not confirmed the sequel, the ending of The Fantastic Four: First Steps sets up new arcs involving Franklin Richards, Doom’s growing interest in him, and the possibility of the team joining the Sacred Timeline. The post-credits scene even shows a cloaked figure holding Doctor Doom’s mask, teasing future conflicts.
The sequel could also introduce Valeria Richards, Franklin’s sister from the comics. It may continue exploring the Power Cosmic and multiversal stakes.
The expected cast includes:
- Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards
- Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm
- Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm
- Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm
- Franklin Richards (actor TBA)
With The Fantastic Four: First Steps certified fresh at 88% and box office projections strong, the groundwork for a follow-up is already in place. The future of Marvel’s first family looks set to continue.
