Fantastic Four Movies in order: The complete watchlist

Let’s face it, every time we hear Fantastic Four, there is a mix of excitement and nervous laughter. From the unreleased 1994 film to the much-hyped 2025 reboot, this superhero squad has been on one wild ride. So buckle up! We are revisiting every version of the Fantastic Four—from cheesy cult classics to billion-dollar reboots. Ready? Let’s go!

Want to binge-watch them all? Here’s your list:

1. Fantastic Four (1994) – Unreleased, but out there on bootleg
2. Fantastic Four (2005) – The fun, family-friendly version
3. Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer (2007) – Bigger and bolder sequel
4. Fantastic Four (2015) – The serious reboot that fell flat
5. Marvel Studios’ Fantastic Four (2025) – The upcoming MCU game-changer

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How to watch Fantastic Four movies in order?

Fantastic Four (1994)

Did you know there was a Fantastic Four movie made in 1994 that was never released in theatres? Yup, it exists, but only in bootlegs! The movie was made on a very low budget—just to keep the rights from expiring. Classic sneaky Hollywood move, right?

The plot? Pretty straightforward. Reed, Sue, Johnny, and Ben go to space, get hit by cosmic rays, and boom, their powers are unlocked! Reed becomes Mr. Fantastic, Sue can turn invisible, Johnny becomes the Human Torch, and Ben turns into the rock-solid Thing.

It’s cheesy. It’s low-budget. It’s full of '90s vibes. But for die-hard fans? It’s like a secret handshake. If you have seen it, you are in the club.

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Fantastic Four (2005)

Now we are talking mainstream! The 2005 version brought Marvel’s First Family to theaters with a bigger budget and a starry cast: Ioan Gruffudd as Reed, Jessica Alba as Sue, Chris Evans as Johnny, and Michael Chiklis as Ben.

The story followed the usual setup: Space mission, cosmic rays, powers unlocked. Then Victor Von Doom entered as the villain. It is a classic setup with fun family drama and plenty of action.

Even with mixed reviews from critics, fans loved it. It was fun, light, and full of energy. Plus, the family chemistry was solid. Chris Evans stole the show as the hot-headed Johnny Storm.

And that box office? Over $330 million! Not bad at all.

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Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer (2007)

Two years later, the team returned with even bigger challenges. This time, the threat was intergalactic. Meet the Silver Surfer, a silver-skinned alien riding a cosmic surfboard. He was slick, mysterious, and insanely powerful.

But wait, he wasn’t the main threat. He was just the warning signal for Galactus, a planet-eating cosmic force. Talk about raising the stakes!

The chase scenes between Johnny and the Surfer? Epic. The CGI? A mixed bag, but the Silver Surfer looked amazing. And for a PG-rated family movie, the suspense was surprisingly intense.

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Fantastic Four (2015)

Here is where things went sideways. The 2015 reboot tried to give the Fantastic Four a dark, serious makeover. Director Josh Trank aimed for a grounded sci-fi feel. But the result? A boring, slow-paced film that forgot how to have fun.

The team still gets powers from a science experiment gone wrong, this time from an alternate dimension. But the vibe? Dreary. Characters barely connect, and the cool powers scenes are few and far between.

Reed’s elastic powers are shown in a horror-style moment that’s kinda neat. But aside from that? Not much to remember. Even the final battle felt rushed. It had potential, but it just didn’t click.

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Marvel Studios’ Fantastic Four (2025)

Hold on to your popcorn! The Fantastic Four are officially joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and this version might finally get it right.

Here’s what we know so far:

• Release Date: July 25, 2025
• Director: Matt Shakman (from WandaVision)
• Cast: Pedro Pascal Reed, Vanessa Kirby as Sue, Joseph Quinn as Johnny, Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben
• Bonus: Julia Garner will star as Silver Surfer and Ralph Ineson as Galactus

No origin story this time. Thank God. It is set in the 1960s in an alternate universe. That alone makes it unique among the MCU lineup. And with Kevin Feige in charge, expectations are sky-high.

Even with the ups and downs, people want a good Fantastic Four movie. Why? Because these aren’t just superheroes, they are a family. They argue, mess up, grow, and love each other through it all.

They are not gods or geniuses alone, but like us (if we had superpowers).

The Fantastic Four have had a rough cinematic journey, but there is still hope. With Marvel Studios taking over, a brilliant cast, and a fresh creative direction, this might just be the beginning of something special.

Let’s be real, every franchise has its bumps. But if anyone deserves a true comeback, it’s Marvel’s First Family.

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