The title was chosen to distinguish this Marvel Studios production from previous 20th Century Fox versions.
It was released on digital platforms on September 23, 2025 , followed by 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD on October 14, 2025 . subtitle Fantastic Four
Director Matt Shakman noted that the subtitle reflects themes of optimism and exploration , as well as the literal "first steps" of the Richards family, specifically the birth and early years of Franklin Richards . The title was chosen to distinguish this Marvel
The film is set in a retro-futuristic 1960s on an alternate Earth (Earth-828). The "First Steps" refer to the team's early days as astronauts and their initial foray into cosmic heroism. followed by 4K Ultra HD