Ralph Ineson, who portrays Galactus in The Fantastic Four: First Steps, has stirred excitement among Marvel fans by sharing a Galactus-themed wrap gift on X (formerly Twitter).
The gift, a bottle opener shaped like Galactus’ iconic helmet, hints at the character’s design in the upcoming movie, though it’s a mass-produced item and not an official replica of the MCU’s depiction.
Galactus in the MCU: A New Era
The forthcoming Fantastic Four film, arriving July 25, 2025, reimagines Marvel’s First Family. Set in the 1960s on an alternate Earth within the Multiverse, the film introduces the team’s early days and pits them against Galactus, described as their “most daunting challenge yet.”
Fans will be relieved to learn that Galactus is unlikely to take on the controversial “cloud” form seen in 2007’s Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer. Early footage shown at San Diego Comic-Con 2024 revealed a brief glimpse of Galactus peering ominously into the Baxter Building, hinting at a more comic-accurate portrayal of the Devourer of Worlds.
Why Galactus Is Central to the Fantastic Four
Galactus has been a central figure in Fantastic Four mythology since his debut in Fantastic Four #48 (1966). As a cosmic constant and one of Marvel’s most formidable villains, his inclusion in The Fantastic Four: First Steps guarantees an epic-scale threat befitting the team’s MCU debut.
While some fans are concerned that Galactus might serve as a one-off antagonist, his nature as an indestructible force strongly suggests that his story will continue beyond First Steps.
Galactus’ Clash and Multiversal Impact
Speculation surrounds the possibility that Galactus’ battle with the Fantastic Four may catapult Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Johnny Storm, and Ben Grimm across the Multiverse, ultimately bringing them into the MCU’s primary Earth-616 timeline. This theory aligns with the team’s confirmed appearances in the upcoming Avengers: The Kang Dynasty and Avengers: Secret Wars.
Setting the Stage for a Cosmic Spectacle
Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps, hitting theaters on July 25, 2025, promises to deliver a breathtaking cosmic adventure. The film will lay the groundwork for Galactus to leave an indelible mark on the MCU, ensuring his presence is felt across future projects.