The Fantastic Four: First Look at Julia Garner as Silver Surfer

Marvel Studios has taken its time with the launch of the Fantastic Four. However, the newest trailer for The Fantastic Four: First Steps has finally introduced us to Julia Garner as the Silver Surfer.

“Are you the defenders of our planet?” the Silver Surfer inquires of Marvel’s First Family, subsequently announcing that Earth has been “marked for demise.” Shalla-Bal, also known as the Silver Surfer, is the Empress of Zenn-La and the designated herald for Galactus (Ralph Ineson), the cosmic entity known for devouring worlds. Garner’s portrayal features the classic metallic skin and a surfboard-like vehicle for travel.

The trailer didn’t just feature the Silver Surfer. It also confirmed that Sue Storm (played by Vanessa Kirby) is expecting her first child. Reed Richards (Pedro Pascal), her husband, appeared apprehensive, while Johnny Storm (Joseph Quinn) and Ben Grimm (Ebon Moss-Bachrach) expressed excitement, knowing they are about to become uncles.

“We can handle this,” Sue reassures Reed during an intimate moment. “Nothing will change.”

However, Sue’s life is set to change dramatically with Galactus’s arrival. Even the intellect of Reed cannot foresee the turmoil that lies ahead, leaving him uncertain about the safety of humanity.

“We will confront this challenge as a unified force,” Sue proclaims with determination. “As a family, we will face whatever comes our way.”

The Fantastic Four: First Steps features Paul Walter Hauser, John Malkovich, Natasha Lyonne, and Sarah Niles alongside its main cast.

This film serves as the first entry of the Fantastic Four into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Earlier in this century, 20th Century Fox produced three films featuring the Fantastic Four: Fantastic Four in 2005, Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer in 2007, and a reboot in 2015 titled Fantastic Four.

Because the MCU’s take on the Fantastic Four embraces a retro-futuristic aesthetic reminiscent of the 1960s, don’t expect appearances from other MCU characters—at least not until the film’s conclusion or in the post-credits. The Fantastic Four are heading toward an inevitable clash with Doctor Doom (Robert Downey Jr.), and will also feature in Avengers: Doomsday.

Directed by Matt Shakman, The Fantastic Four: First Steps is produced by Kevin Feige, with Louis D’Esposito, Grant Curtis, and Tim Lewis serving as executive producers.

Mark your calendars: The Fantastic Four: First Steps is set to premiere on July 25.