New Fantastic Four Trailer Introduces Marvel’s Most Adorable (And Powerful) Hero

Move over, Fantastic Four—there’s a new star in town, and he’s still in diapers. Marvel just dropped a fresh trailer for Fantastic Four: First Steps (2025), and while we’ve already been hyped about the film (tickets are officially on sale, people!), this latest teaser gives us something we didn’t see coming: our first glimpse of baby Franklin Richards.

The Adorable Chaos That Is Franklin Richards

Let’s set the stage. Reed Richards (played by Pedro Pascal—yes, The Mandalorian himself) and Sue Storm (Vanessa Kirby, a.k.a. Princess Margaret in The Crown) are juggling saving the world and raising a super-powered baby. That’s right: Franklin Richards, one of the most powerful beings in Marvel history, just made his MCU debut, and it’s already clear he’s going to cause more chaos than a supernova.

The trailer hints that Franklin isn’t just a cute addition to the family dynamic—he’s a cosmic game-changer. Cue Galactus (Ralph Ineson), the literal planet-eating god, setting his sights on Earth. Why? Well, Franklin’s insane potential might just be the reason. Also making waves is the Silver Surfer (Julia Garner), who seems torn between protecting Franklin and fulfilling her Herald duties.

Franklin Richards: A Cosmic Powerhouse

Comic book fans already know Franklin Richards isn’t just your average super-kid. He’s the child of two geniuses (one stretchy, one invisible) and comes packed with powers that make even the Avengers do a double-take. Reality-warping? Check. Creating entire universes for fun? Also check. His sister, Valeria Richards, doesn’t appear in this film (yet), but she’s a certifiable genius who rivals Reed’s intellect. In the comics, these kids are the power siblings of the Marvel Universe.

This isn’t the first time Franklin’s powers have made him a target, and judging by the trailer, Galactus and Silver Surfer have their own agendas when it comes to this baby. Will the Fantastic Four step up to protect their son, or will Franklin’s powers cause even bigger problems? Only time will tell, but one thing’s for sure: this family’s got issues—epic ones.

Franklin’s Role in the Multiverse

Franklin Richards isn’t just a big deal for Fantastic Four: First Steps—he’s potentially the key to Marvel’s multiverse shenanigans. With Avengers: Doomsday (2026) and Avengers: Secret Wars (2027) on the way, Franklin’s reality-bending abilities could play a massive role in piecing together—or totally breaking—the MCU’s multiverse.

In the comics, Franklin was pivotal in the Secret Wars arc, rebuilding entire universes after they collapsed. Could the MCU be setting him up as the ultimate fix-it kid? Or will his powers be the spark that sends the multiverse spiraling even further into chaos? Either way, we’re here for it.

The Fantastic Future Awaits

Fantastic Four: First Steps isn’t just the start of Marvel’s First Family—it’s shaping up to be a cornerstone of the MCU’s future. Between Pedro Pascal’s charm, Vanessa Kirby’s cool-as-ice vibe, and the cosmic chaos that Galactus and Silver Surfer bring to the table, this movie has all the makings of a Marvel classic.

But let’s be honest—baby Franklin Richards is the real MVP here. Whether he’s rewriting reality or just being adorably dangerous, he’s already got fans buzzing. Grab your tickets now, because this one’s going to be fantastic.

Are you ready for Marvel’s First Family to take the spotlight? Let’s hear your theories in the comments.