Overall, The Fantastic Four: First Steps is Marvel's most unique movie in years (Shakman nailed it with Earth-828's '60s aesthetic), but it's too uneven to crown a “masterpiece” by their standards. Still, expect all of the “Marvel is back” quotes plastered onto trailers after opening weekend.

First Steps help Marvel bounce back? We dive into the highs, lows, and what this reboot means for the MCU’s future.

First Steps gives a spectacular new story about Marvel's First Family with a bold, breathtaking superhero blockbuster.