The Fantastic 4: First Steps (2025)
The Fantastic 4: First Steps is streaming in New Zealand on Disney Plus.
The verdict
The Fantastic 4: First Steps holds up as a perfectly decent English film, if not a remarkable one. It carries a 6.9/10 on TMDB across 3,892 ratings — squarely mid-table. It clocks in at a standard 115 minutes. In New Zealand you can stream it on Disney Plus.
Should you spend 1h 55m on it?
1h 55m of English science fiction, leaning adventure, fine for the whole family. Runs about as long as you'd expect, so no scheduling gymnastics needed.
- Why
- 6.9/10 from 3,892 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
- Skip if
- you want something set in a world you already know
- Best for
- An evening with the household together
Story
Against the vibrant backdrop of a 1960s-inspired, retro-futuristic world, Marvel's First Family is forced to balance their roles as heroes with the strength of their family bond, while defending Earth from a ravenous space god called Galactus and his enigmatic Herald, Silver Surfer.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 55m |
| Watch with family? | PG · Yes — family friendly |
| Genre | Science Fiction / Adventure |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Matt Shakman
Cast
Where to watch in New Zealand
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 23 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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