It has been announced that Disney+ is set to live stream the star‑studded blue‑carpet world premiere of Marvel Studios' "The Fantastic Four: First Steps" on from the iconic Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in Los Angeles, marking the first time the streaming platform will offer subscribers a real‑time, front‑row experience with celebrity arrivals, cast interviews, surprise moments, and an exclusive sneak peek at the highly anticipated film.
The live broadcast, available exclusively to Disney+ subscribers, will offer global fans unparalleled access to the festivities surrounding the debut of Marvel’s First Family. After the livestream concludes, a full replay of the event will remain available for viewers to enjoy on‑demand.
This exclusive event signals a bold new direction for Disney+, which continues to evolve its platform into a destination not only for premium content but for immersive, real‑time entertainment experiences. By allowing fans to tune into a red‑carpet premiere from anywhere in the world, Disney+ is bridging the gap between Hollywood and homes, bringing viewers closer to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) than ever before.
Subscribers tuning in can expect dazzling appearances by the film’s principal cast, including Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards / Mister Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm / Invisible Woman, Ebon Moss‑Bachrach as Ben Grimm / The Thing, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm / Human Torch, Ralph Ineson as Galactus, and Julia Garner as the Silver Surfer.
Additional stars appearing include Natasha Lyonne, Paul Walter Hauser, Sarah Niles, and Mark Gatiss, alongside creative powerhouses Matt Shakman (director), Kevin Feige (producer), and executive producers Louis D'Esposito, Grant Curtis, Tim Lewis, and Robert Kulzer. Composer Michael Giacchino, who scored the film, will also be in attendance.
Set in a vivid, stylized world inspired by 1960s retro‑futurism, "The Fantastic Four: First Steps" reintroduces Marvel’s beloved super‑family to a new generation of audiences. The film follows Reed, Sue, Ben, and Johnny as they confront both cosmic threats and personal trials that test the strength of their bond. Their greatest test comes in the form of Galactus, a world‑devouring cosmic entity, and his mysterious Herald, the Silver Surfer.
As the team races to stop a planetary apocalypse, they must also grapple with secrets that hit closer to home than they could have imagined. Directed by Matt Shakman (WandaVision) and featuring a sweeping score by Oscar®‑winner Michael Giacchino, the film promises to be an emotional, action‑packed adventure filled with heart, humor, and high‑stakes spectacle.
"The Fantastic Four: First Steps" opens exclusively in theaters on .
This exciting event underscores Disney+’s growing ambition to expand beyond on‑demand entertainment into interactive, must‑see moments that bring its passionate global audience into the center of the story. With a robust content library spanning Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and National Geographic, the service continues to redefine what it means to be a streaming platform.
In the U.S., Disney+ also offers bundled access to Hulu and ESPN+, expanding its reach to include next‑day TV, original programming, and live sports. Internationally, Disney+ features the Star brand, delivering a wide array of general entertainment for mature audiences. Whether watching original series like Loki or attending a virtual premiere, subscribers get unparalleled access to one of the world’s most iconic entertainment legacies.
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