Fantastic Four (2005)
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Four astronauts are changed by a cosmic storm and must stop their former backer, Victor Von Doom. Released in 2005, it’s a Marvel film that isn’t part of the MCU timeline, so it’s optional and stands on its own. It runs 1h 46m and streams on Disney+ in the US.
| Directed by | Tim Story |
|---|---|
| Starring | Ioan Gruffudd, Jessica Alba, Chris Evans, Michael Chiklis, Julian McMahon |
| Release date | July 8, 2005 |
| Runtime | 1h 46m |
| Age rating | PG-13, some material may be inappropriate for under 13 |
| IMDb rating | 5.7/10 |
| Box office | $331M worldwide |
| Series | Legacy Marvel films |
| Part of | Fantastic Four movies in order |
| Post-credit scene | No |
Why it matters now
Fox’s first big-screen Fantastic Four, with Chris Evans as Johnny Storm years before he played Captain America, a cameo that Deadpool & Wolverine paid off in 2024.
Where it fits in your watch
Fantastic Four (2005) FAQ
Can you skip Fantastic Four (2005)?
Yes. It sits outside the MCU, so you’d watch it for the characters’ history, not for anything the MCU plot needs.
When was Fantastic Four (2005) released?
Fantastic Four was released on July 8, 2005.
Is Fantastic Four (2005) part of the MCU?
No. Fantastic Four (2005) is a Marvel film made outside the Marvel Cinematic Universe, so it isn’t on Marvel Studios’ official timeline.
Does Fantastic Four (2005) have a post-credit scene?
No, Fantastic Four (2005) has no post-credit scene.
Where to watch Fantastic Four in the US
| Streaming (subscription) | Disney+ |
|---|---|
| Rent or buy | Amazon, Apple TV, Fandango at Home |
Where to watch Fantastic Four outside the US
| Country | Stream | Other options |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | Disney+ | Rent: Apple TV, Rakuten TV, Amazon |
| Canada | Disney+ | Rent: Apple TV, Amazon, CosmoGo |
| Australia | Disney+ | None needed |
| India | JioHotstar | None needed |
Streaming availability last verified: October 16, 2026
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