‘Fantastic Four’ CinemaCon Footage: Full Trailer Breakdown

At CinemaCon, Marvel unveiled sneak peeks of their upcoming movie titled “The Fantastic Four: First Steps“. Unfortunately, the trailer isn’t accessible online yet, and no one was permitted to capture the footage. However, ScreenCrush’s Colton Ogburn had a chance to watch it live.

In this fresh Marvel video, he’ll delve into all details from the latest FF trailer. How does Silver Surfer appear? What is her voice like? What caution did she deliver to the new Fantastic Four? Which part of the teaser stood out the most? What were the links to Jonathan Hickman’s Avengers run? How did the footage stack up against the glimpse at James Gunn’s Superman? Additionally, Colton discusses the Thunderbolts teaser and Kevin Feige’s set message from Avengers: Doomsday, along with other tidbits he picked up at the Marvel CinemaCon panel. Catch the entire discussion below:

If you found the CinemaCon footage of “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” intriguing, I’d highly recommend diving deeper into our video library! You might enjoy our take on Episode 7 of “Daredevil: Born Again,” discussing the potential pitfalls of the Muse storyline’s conclusion. We also delve into the surprising absence of Spider-Man in the announced cast of “Avengers: Doomsday” and speculate about what each member of that cast might bring to the table. And don’t miss our analysis of why Robert Downey Jr. silenced everyone during a recent event. Of course, there’s a wealth of additional content waiting for you on ScreenCrush’s YouTube channel. Don’t forget to subscribe so you won’t miss any future episodes! “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” is set to hit theaters on July 25.

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Every Marvel Cinematic Universe Movie, Ranked From Worst to Best

35. Eternals

In its initial conception, I wouldn’t have anticipated that a Marvel film directed by an Academy Award winner and adapted from some of Jack Kirby’s most daring comics would result in a somewhat non-essential title. Unfortunately, the movie Eternals, despite being generally faithful to Kirby’s core ideas, never quite found its footing. It features minor yet significant changes that are somewhat bothersome, such as transforming the malevolent Deviants into generic monsters lacking goals and motivations. The ensemble cast boasts commendable supporting performances from Kumail Nanjiani and Brian Tyree Henry, but the main characters—Gemma Chan as Sersi and Richard Madden as Ikaris—struggle to convincingly portray their long-standing romance, which appears to be as passionate as a first date that’s going awry. The script occasionally delves into intriguing themes about the links between superheroes, mythology, and religion, only to discard them for a string of uninspired fight sequences involving dull monsters. It’s challenging to imagine a less engaging film about immortal alien robots striving to thwart total apocalypse than this one.

34. The Incredible Hulk

The film seems hastily put together, lacking finesse and aesthetic appeal, as if Marvel was taken aback by the success of Iron Man and quickly produced this. Casting Tim Roth as the world’s premier soldier, who transforms into a giant bony creature, is a casting choice worse than any crime Loki has ever committed (as depicted in more detail here).

33. Thor: The Dark World

Almost, we had a Thor film directed by Patty Jenkins. However, what we ended up with was a dull chase for a magical artifact, featuring one of the most uninteresting villains in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. If there’s a silver lining, it’s that this movie’s poor performance might have encouraged Marvel to take more risks and revolutionize Thor’s storyline as dramatically as they did in Thor: Ragnarok.”

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32. The Marvels

This Marvel film isn’t the most disappointing – it surpasses three others on this list, after all – yet it’s arguably the most disorganized and intense. Three captivating Marvel characters (Brie Larson’s Captain Marvel, Iman Vellani’s Ms. Marvel, and Teyonah Parris’ Monica Rambeau) are haphazardly thrown together to thwart a Kree warlord with destructive intentions, despite unclear motivations. Despite their excellent chemistry, the plot is chaotic and filled with peculiar decisions that lack coherence.

31. Captain America: Brave New World

In a nutshell, “The correct setting, but the wrong narrative.” This phrase could be applied to several underwhelming Marvel films, such as The Marvels, and it’s particularly relevant to Captain America: Brave New World. Despite giving Anthony Mackie’s captivating Sam Wilson his own movie, this film unfortunately features a dull antagonist and a plot riddled with unnecessary references to The Incredible Hulk, leaving audiences puzzled about the fate of Betty Ross, a character we were all eagerly anticipating updates on.

30. Doctor Strange

In a nutshell, while the imaginative imagery in Doctor Strange is impressive, it still feels like an updated version of Iron Man, with a magical twist. The ending where he confronts Dormammu was cleverly done, but his quirky cape left something to be desired. (Read more .)

The fantastical scenes in Doctor Strange are captivating, but it sometimes seems like just Iron Man with a bit of magic added on. The ending where he tackles Dormammu was smartly executed, yet his odd cape could use some improvement. (Read more .)

29. Iron Man 2

Despite being better than you may recall, it’s still not exceptional. Sam Rockwell’s dancing skillfully conceals many flaws, but not all of them. Trimming 15 minutes of backstory from Avengers could potentially result in something truly impressive. (Continue reading here.)

28. Ant-Man

Ant-Man isn’t awful, but it feels like a smaller scale version of what could have been the Edgar Wright film we were promised. Despite this, Michael Peña’s character Luis stands out as one of the best non-superpowered characters within the entire Marvel Cinematic Universe. (Read more .)

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Ant-Man isn’t bad, but it lacks the grandeur that we expected from Edgar Wright’s movie. However, Michael Peña’s character Luis is a standout among non-superpowered characters in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. (Read more .)

27. Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania

In the battle between Ant-Man and Kang the Conqueror, even Kang himself, portrayed by Jonathan Majors, acknowledges that Scott Lang is out of his depth. This seemingly lopsided matchup mirrors the film itself: The humble, lighthearted universe of the Ant-Man series, characterized by its clever humor and relatable characters, can’t compare to the grand, multiversal saga unfolding in Marvel Phase 5.

As a Marvel movie on the big screen, it delivers. However, as an extension of the Ant-Man storyline, it falls short of expectations. Unfortunately, if you were looking forward to seeing Michael Peña’s character Luis, you will be disappointed as he does not appear in this film at all.

26. Ant-Man and the Wasp

The movie “Ant-Man and the Wasp” shines brightest when it emphasizes its compact nature, as Paul Rudd banters with his fellow actors, Michael Peña delivers humorous soliloquies, and a heartfelt, intimate story unfolds about a fractured family striving to mend their relationships. (For more details, click here.)

25. Captain Marvel

In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Brie Larson’s character Carol Danvers is arguably the most potent hero; however, her movie seemed to fall short on emotional depth. Despite this, it remains engaging thanks to two standout performers: Ben Mendelsohn, who brings life to the cunning Skrull Talos, and Samuel L. Jackson, along with his convincing de-aging visual effects, as the youthful Nick Fury. (For more details, check out this link.)

24. Black Widow

2021 saw Scarlett Johansson’s long-awaited solo outing from the Avengers ensemble, but instead of taking center stage, she primarily served as a straight character opposite her witty Russian superhero cohorts, such as David Harbour’s narcissistic Red Guardian and Florence Pugh’s captivating Yelena. Consequently, Black Widow might not have been the fitting farewell the character was due. However, it remains another strong Marvel production, boasting impressive action scenes, and an intriguing villain in the form of Taskmaster, who can imitate the combat skills of any adversary he encounters.

23. Thor: Love and Thunder

Experiencing Taika Waititi’s second Thor film, “Thor: Love and Thunder,” feels akin to witnessing a magician performing the same enchanting trick twice in quick succession. The initial performance left me spellbound. The subsequent one was still captivating, but the element of surprise was significantly diminished. Christian Bale’s portrayal of Gorr the God-Butcher is undeniably chilling, yet his intense and highly emotional villain persona seems to clash slightly with Chris Hemsworth’s Thor, who continues to deliver his signature wit and humor without pause. Essentially, “Love and Thunder” retains all the captivating elements of Waititi’s “Thor: Ragnarok,” but they don’t quite harmonize as smoothly this time around.

22. Deadpool & Wolverine

The camaraderie between Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman is just what you’d expect, with surprise cameos that are downright startling. The plot, however, pushes the limits of how much exposition a film can handle without becoming incoherent. (One might wonder if there’s a need for so many tragic pasts for one character; this movie seems to think two is the magic number!) If you manage not to think about anything on-screen for even a moment, you’ll have an enjoyable enough experience. And Jackman and Reynolds certainly deliver on the team-up of Deadpool and Wolverine, despite their reluctance. It’s just too bad that the writers (including Reynolds himself) didn’t quite live up to expectations in terms of the script.

21. Captain America: The Winter Soldier

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The Unusual Version of Iron Man 2: More disappointing than you might recall, yet still satisfactory. The advertisements emphasized the conspiracy thriller aspect too much, but Anthony Mackie’s Falcon is a fantastic new character for the series, and Chris Evans delivers another solid performance as Captain America. However, it bothers me that Nick Fury, the world’s greatest spy, was completely oblivious to the fact that nearly everyone in SHIELD except him and his two friends were corrupt. Come on, Nick! Wake up and see what’s happening around you. (Read more .)

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20. Avengers: Infinity War

Although this film boasts an impressive scale and a memorable finale, it seems to lack a certain depth. If you’re primarily seeking an action-packed Marvel movie with some witty dialogues, then this might just be what you’re looking for. However, if you prefer the films for their well-developed characters, camaraderie, and introspective scenes amidst the battles, this may not be your preferred choice. (For further insights, check out the link.)

19. Iron Man 3

The film was quite enjoyable overall, but its connection to the Marvel Cinematic Universe detracted slightly from the experience. The movie culminated in Tony Stark deciding to leave his Iron Man life behind and ride off into the sunset. However, this seemed to set up for more films, as he went on to appear in six additional movies. Despite Guy Pearce’s underwhelming performance as Killian, Robert Downey Jr.’s frustrated interactions with a bright child were exceptional. (You can read more about it [here].)

18. Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings

Initially: The climactic scene, featuring dragons and monsters clashing amidst dense gray fog, is a chaotic CGI disaster. However, prior to this point, Shang-Chi could potentially be Marvel’s finest action film, boasting numerous thrilling and intricate fight sequences. (The one on the San Francisco bus is particularly entertaining.) Simu Liu heads a cast that offers depth in the Marvel universe, with Tony Leung and Michelle Yeoh delivering captivating supporting performances, and Ben Kingsley and Awkwafina consistently providing comic relief. (Kingsley’s portrayal of former Mandarin Trevor Slattery may not have been the most beloved Marvel villain initially, but Marvel has managed to transform him into a delightful secondary character.)

17. Thor

An astounding, universe-wide saga that predominantly unfolds in the tiniest town of New Mexico? Despite its flaws, “Thor” marked a milestone for Marvel films. In this instance, exceptional acting and captivating performances managed to surmount structural and script problems, which later became a signature trait of the Marvel franchise. (Continue reading here.)

16. Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

In the task of directing “Wakanda Forever”, Ryan Coogler confronted an enormously tough predicament. He wasn’t just responsible for crafting a sequel that matched the greatness of the initial “Black Panther”, but he had to accomplish this without Chadwick Boseman, our captivating lead actor, who tragically passed away during the summer of 2020, at a time when production was set to begin. The film shines most when it incorporates Coogler and the cast’s feelings of grief over Boseman into the narrative of Wakanda grappling with their late king’s death. Unfortunately, the remainder of the movie can be somewhat disorganized; a conglomeration of intriguing concepts, numerous characters, and an adversary, King Namor, whose motives become slightly unclear.

15. Captain America: Civil War

The narrative of the film is questionable, with every scene seemingly leading up to the epic showdown between Tony Stark and Steve Rogers at the airport. Nevertheless, let me emphasize: Wow, the battle at the airport is incredibly thrilling! (Read more here.)

14. Spider-Man: No Way Home

In Jon Watts’ third Spider-Man movie, we find a level of quality similar to Sam Raimi’s third Spider-Man film. Both share a common trait of being packed with numerous villains. However, this film effectively portrays Peter Parker as a character who may stumble but never gives up on making amends for his mistakes. It also introduces the concept of the multiverse into the Marvel Cinematic Universe in a significant and grand manner, making it a noteworthy step in the storyline’s progression.

13. Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness

15 years after being away, film director Sam Raimi re-entered the Marvel universe with a thrilling, offbeat journey about a struggle for the survival of the multiverse. Similar to his previous Spider-Man movies, Raimi managed to incorporate his unique blend of humor, bizarre zombies, and jump scares into the more conventional Marvel storyline. (For further details, click here.)

12. Avengers: Age of Ultron

Despite some criticisms such as it being less impressive than the initial Avengers movie and issues with Wanda and Pietro’s storyline, I found the climactic scene in Sokovia where the Avengers unite to rescue everyone incredibly Marvel-like. (You can read more about it [here](…).)

11. Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 2

The sequel to Marvel’s lighthearted franchise was overly lengthy and featured an excessive number of post-credit scenes. However, it deserves recognition for daringly transforming a joking series into a movie that ends on a somber note – a unique feat among Marvel films. It’s the only one that manages to make me cry, yet it also includes humor about alien deities’ anatomical features. In my opinion, this combination of emotions and humor makes for an unbeatable mix. (Read more here.)

10. Thor: Ragnarok

I just really like when Jeff Goldblum plays a space god who DJs his own parties. (Read more here.)

9. Spider-Man: Far From Home

In the sequel to Marvel’s Spidey film, starring Tom Holland as the acrobatic Spider-Man, the movie titled “Far From Home” is only slightly less impressive than its predecessor. It offers a blend of romance, action, humor, and emotion. Although no one utters the phrase “with great power comes great responsibility,” this film beautifully embodies that concept as much as any other Spider-Man movie has. Peter Parker, portrayed by Holland, grapples with his longing for MJ (Zendaya’s humorous and witty portrayal) and his obligations from Nick Fury (Samuel L. Jackson’s exasperated performance), who orders him to thwart a group of elemental villains.

The second Spidey film, starring Tom Holland as Spider-Man, is nearly as good as the first one. It has romance, action, humor, and emotional moments. Even though no one says “with great power comes great responsibility,” this movie explores that idea just like any other Spider-Man film. Peter Parker, played by Holland, struggles between his feelings for MJ (Zendaya) and his duties from Nick Fury (Samuel L. Jackson), who wants him to defeat a group of elemental bad guys.

8. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3

As a passionate movie reviewer, I must say that James Gunn has truly nailed the conclusion of his Guardians trilogy with Vol. 3. This film strikes the perfect balance between epic action sequences, whimsical sci-fi visuals, and heartwarming character development that leaves us deeply invested. By the end of this installment, Rocket Raccoon transforms from a Marvel B-lister into one of their most intriguing and sorrowful heroes.

After a series of underwhelming movies, Gunn effortlessly demonstrates his mastery over the genre. It’s unfortunate that he’s moving on to work his magic with DC, but we can’t wait to see what he brings to the table there!

7. Avengers: Endgame

A significant leap above “Infinity War” and arguably the second greatest Avengers film yet, boasting grandiose action sequences, numerous comedic moments, and potentially more Easter eggs than any movie in the entirety of any cinematic universe. (For further details, please refer to here.)

6. Spider-Man: Homecoming

Among the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s films that keep you coming back, this one boasts captivating characters, thrilling Spider-Man scenes, and an unexpected street vendor requesting a flip from Spider-Man, which he delivers. Aren’t you hooked? (For further details, check out the article here.)

5. Guardians of the Galaxy

In the middle of the Marvel Cinematic Universe timeline, the initial “Guardians” film aided Marvel in becoming more relaxed and demonstrated that their brand was robust enough to draw viewers to properties with minimal mainstream recognition. Prior to James Gunn’s involvement, the Guardians were barely mentioned, but he transformed them into a massive success beyond expectations. It is undeniable and indisputable that Rocket is the superior Guardian – this is simply a fact, so there is no need for debate on the matter. (For further reading, click here.)

4. Captain America: The First Avenger

Despite some inconsistencies in the narrative structure, as the entire war is briefly summarized, Chris Evans’ portrayal of Captain America stands out as a remarkable adaptation within the Marvel Cinematic Universe. This film transformed a character who was frequently criticized for being dull or outdated into a captivating, charming, multidimensional individual embodied by human values. Perfect for when you need a boost of inspiration. (Read more here.)

3. Black Panther

In contrast to many Marvel films that strive for profound ties with the cosmic realm, “Black Panther” demonstrates the merit of a more secluded narrative. The closing scenes of the movie suggest Wakanda embracing the world beyond its borders (and the characters becoming available for future roles), which is intended to be a joyful conclusion. However, if this openness means a potential sequel will be spread thin with numerous guest appearances, it might not be as satisfying.

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2. The Avengers

Despite the events in “Infinity War”, the original “Avengers” movie remains an extraordinary feat. Each character is skillfully balanced, the dialogue is concise, and the climactic Battle of New York stands as one of the most impressive action sequences of recent times. (Read more here.)

1. Iron Man

To this day, no other film has surpassed its greatness. Looking back, it’s clear that being free from the constraints of a broader universe enhanced the quality of the movie. The scenes where Robert Downey Jr.’s character, Tony Stark, tests his suit and subsequently takes flight for the first time, convey the exhilaration of superpowers more effectively than any film, either by Marvel Studios or anyone else. (Read more here.)

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