In 1961, Stan Lee and Jack Kirby lit the fuse of the greatest revolution in comic book history - the Marvel Age of Comics - and it started right here, in the pages of the Fantastic Four With the space race on, Reed Richards, Ben Grimm, Sue Storm and Johnny Storm shoot for the stars...but after their craft is bombarded by cosmic rays, they return to Earth with the startling powers of the Fantastic Four These weren't just any super heroes, though - the Fantastic Four were a realistic, relatable, bickering and loveable family that couldn't pay their rent and didn't always love their superpowers. COLLECTING: Fantastic Four (1961) 1-18 (Fantastic Four Epic Collection Vol . 1)
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A Fan’s Fantastic 4 Must-Read List
Published by Michael Fitzhenry • June 29, 2025
With Fantastic Four: First Steps arriving in theaters on July 25, 2025, anticipation is building for the MCU’s take on Marvel’s original superhero team. To help you prepare, we’ve spotlighted four standout comic arcs—from the legendary “Galactus Trilogy” to modern epics like Solve Everything. These tales highlight the team’s larger-than-life adventures, emotional bonds, and unforgettable foes like Galactus and Doctor Doom.
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