New set photos of Ebon Moss-Bachrach in his motion-capture suit, heading to the set of The Fantastic Four: First Steps in Central London, have leaked online.
According to X user @UnBoxPHD, Fantastic Four filming has now moved to outdoor locations around London, and more set images are expected soon. Studio filming will continue throughout this month and into the next.
A recent studio leak has revealed Moss-Bachrach’s portrayal of The Thing in a comic-accurate suit enhanced with practical effects. Unlike previous versions, they are not using CGI for The Thing.
This week, we also got the first look at Frankie Raye (Nova) on the set of The Fantastic Four: First Steps. She assists the Fantastic Four for a brief period before volunteering to become the new herald of Galactus, adopting the name “Nova.”
Directed by Matt Shakman from the original script penned by Jeff Kaplan and Ian Springer, which has undergone a rewrite by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber. In the film, Pedro Pascal plays Reed Richards/Mr. Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm/Invisible Woman, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm/Human Torch, Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm/The Thing, and Ralph Ineson as Galactus. Julia Garner is set to portray a female Silver Surfer, with Paul Walter Hauser and John Malkovich in undisclosed roles. Additionally, characters yet to be cast include Mole Man and H.E.R.B.I.E.
According to Marvel, the film’s scenes were filmed in a 4:3 aspect ratio. The Fantastic Four go to space and encounter a comic-accurate Galactus.
The film is produced by Kevin Feige, Grant Curtis, and Nick Pepin.
‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ arrives in theaters on July 25, 2025.