The Fantastic Four Live-Action Design Gives The MCU Reboot A Retro Look

It seems like the Marvel Cinematic Universe will likely keep things light aesthetically in when they debut their First Family in the upcoming Matt Shakman-directed film. When revealing the «Fantastic Four» cast through stunning artwork, Mr. Fantastic, The Thing, Human Torch, and the Invisible Woman were given retro blue and white costumes. The looks were considerably brighter than past iterations of the team, including the blue and black outfits seen in Tim Story’s «Fantastic Four» and «Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer,» darker ensembles worn in Josh Trank’s «Fantastic Four,» and even the suit worn by John Krasinski’s Reed Richards in «Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.» However, original concept designs for the latter showed the MCU nearly went with an entirely different get-up for the Fantastic Four hero.

Ultimately, the fan art from @jobhutz hits a sweet spot of feeling retro but sleek. If audiences do meet the Fantastic Four in the ’60s as expected, then the blue and white costumes would be fitting to see on the big screen during their beginnings as heroes. They are instantly recognizable and have a simplicity that feels right for Marvel’s First Family. While it would be surprising to see Marvel use just body suits like in the artwork with no additional accessories for the Fantastic Four to show off, the color scheme and white and blue design choices are pitch-perfect. Hopefully, when fans finally see the Fantastic Four make their return to the silver screen, the team’s outfits live up to their considerable potential and hype. 

«Fantastic Four» is expected to arrive in theaters on July 25, 2025.