Marvel Boss Reveals Why Fantastic Four Is Set on Different Earth From Main MCU

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First Steps” on a different Earth. This strategy provides a clear guide for wrapping up the Multiverse Saga. During an open conversation at a press gathering, he explained why it’s important for the team to be apart in future stories and acknowledged that Marvel Cinema Universe grew too big after “Endgame”, promising a refocusing of efforts. Lastly, he mentioned that starting the Fantastic Four’s story on another timeline offers a great entry point for newcomers joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Feige disclosed that the concept for the movie, titled The Fantastic Four: First Steps, was one of the first to feel liberating. It’s also a part of the ongoing saga nearing its end within the next couple of years, as it occurs in a different universe and capitalizes on this distinction. By placing the movie in an alternate timeline, Marvel Studios avoids any potential continuity issues with previous predictions.

He went on to say, “It comfortably fits within a large scope. I often think about it not just as Earth-828, but more so as Johnny, Ben, Sue, Reed, and Franklin aligning with our future and upcoming narratives. Any moment or event that serves as a starting point is beneficial. That’s how comics have persisted for 85 years. This is our 37th film, and it continues. It marks the beginning of Phase Six for those who follow such details, culminating in ‘Secret Wars.’ And this phase, indeed, is extremely focused. We already have everything we need, and it’s all being prepared.

Secret Wars is rumored to reboot the MCU, this fresh perspective will likely be appreciated when it comes into play soon.

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In this new adaptation, “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” marks the beginning of Phase Six within the Marvel Cinematic Universe, a series of carefully crafted projects that ultimately lead to a climactic two-part finale: “Avengers: Doomsday” and “Avengers: Secret Wars.” Making their debut in the MCU, the Fantastic Four’s story is deeply interwoven with this grand conclusion. As anticipated, they will face their archenemy, Doctor Doom (portrayed by Robert Downey Jr.), in “Avengers: Doomsday.” This paves the way for an essential setup since Doctor Doom is also the main villain in the legendary “Secret Wars” comic book saga, a multiverse-shaking event where realities collide and the primary timeline undergoes significant changes.

Feige acknowledged that unlike Endgame, which did not provide a clear ending, it served as a platform for trying new things, growing, and expanding. He further explained that Secret Wars, much like its comic counterpart, is about wrapping up some storylines while also starting fresh ones. This is what makes the upcoming saga so exciting, as development on it has already begun.

Feige’s statement addresses the persistent criticism that the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) lost focus following its last significant event. By revealing that “Secret Wars” will serve as both an ending and a fresh start, Feige is implying he’ll deliver the type of reboot that “Endgame” did not offer. The presence of the Fantastic Four in a separate universe suggests this new approach. To have a multiversal war, there must be distinct universes to battle. Thus, the creation of Earth-828 is the initial move towards constructing the foundation for an authentic “Secret Wars,” indicating a conscious effort to revert to the tightly knit, high-stakes storytelling that characterized the MCU in its earlier phases.

The Fantastic Four: First Steps arrives in theaters on July 25.

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2025-07-23 23:09