Marvel’s superhero reboot, Fantastic Four: First Steps, dropped a significant 66% in its second weekend, leaving audiences disappointed. The film, starring Miles Teller and Kate Mara as the iconic duo, initially performed well with $11.7M on Friday, but its momentum failed to carry over.
Despite an A- CinemaScore from critics and a promising start, Fantastic Four: First Steps struggled to retain viewers, with many reportedly sharing their dislike for the film on social media. In comparison to other Marvel movies, such as Captain America 4 and Thunderbolts, which dropped by 68% and 56%, respectively, the Fantastic Four’s decline seems even more pronounced.
The film’s front-loaded opening may have contributed to its disappointing second weekend, with many viewers eager to see more of the movie’s initial excitement. However, it appears that word of mouth is not in Marvel’s favor for this particular installment.
The drop in box office performance is a concern for Marvel Studios and fans alike, as it marks another theater flop. Other recent movies, such as Superman and Thunderbolts, also underperformed, with drops ranging from 53% to 68%. The Fantastic Four franchise has struggled in the past, but this latest installment seems to have fallen short of expectations.
As the summer box office season continues, it will be interesting to see how Marvel recovers from this setback. With Superman and other films still performing well, there is hope that the studio can regain momentum. However, for now, Fantastic Four: First Steps appears to be a cautionary tale about the challenges of rebooting beloved franchises.
Source: https://deadline.com/2025/08/box-office-fantastic-four-bad-guys-2-naked-gun-1236476381