Fantastic Four (2015)
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Four young scientists gain strange powers after an experiment in teleporting to another dimension goes wrong. This 2015 Marvel film was made outside Marvel Studios’ main MCU line-up, so it’s optional for the watch order and works fine on its own. At 1h 40m, it streams on Disney+ in the US.
| Directed by | Josh Trank |
|---|---|
| Starring | Miles Teller, Kate Mara, Michael B. Jordan, Jamie Bell |
| Release date | August 7, 2015 |
| Runtime | 1h 40m |
| Age rating | PG-13, some material may be inappropriate for under 13 |
| IMDb rating | 4.3/10 |
| Box office | $168M worldwide |
| Series | Legacy Marvel films |
| Part of | Fantastic Four movies in order |
| Post-credit scene | No |
Why it matters now
Josh Trank’s troubled, darker reboot. Its failure pushed the Fantastic Four back toward Marvel Studios, which finally brought them into the MCU with First Steps.
Where it fits in your watch
Fantastic Four (2015) FAQ
Can you skip Fantastic Four (2015)?
Yes. It isn’t part of the MCU, so watch it for the characters’ history, not for MCU plot.
When was Fantastic Four (2015) released?
Fantastic Four was released on August 7, 2015.
Is Fantastic Four (2015) part of the MCU?
No. Fantastic Four (2015) is a Marvel film made outside the Marvel Cinematic Universe, so it isn’t on Marvel Studios’ official timeline.
Does Fantastic Four (2015) have a post-credit scene?
No, Fantastic Four (2015) 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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