Note: Be aware there are spoilers for “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” in the article below.

Opinions are the author’s alone and not endorsed by 2 NEWS and/or Nexstar Media Group. DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — The Fantastic Four have officially debuted in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, opening the door to more cosmic adventures and a saga against Marvel Studios next big bad Dr.

Although The Fantastic Four: First Steps didn’t tease their arrival in the main universe, Shakman did hint at where the MCU is taking the superheroes next. In an end-credits scene, Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom shows up and engages with Franklin Richards, the son of Sue Storm (Kirby) and Reed Richards (Pascal).

Though it's only a very brief clip, Joe and Anthony Russo have shared footage of some audience reactions to the mid-credits scene of The Fantastic Four: First

First Steps” is the third Marvel movie to hit theaters this year, but it packs way more hidden references and nods than “Captain America: Brave New World” or “Thunderbolts.” It’s not on the same level of Easter eggs as last year’s “Deadpool and Wolverine,

First Steps cast revealed which Marvel characters they’d recruit to join their team, naming several surprising X-Men picks. While Black Panther and Spider-Man were popular choices, Mystique stood out as a favorite among the cast.

First Steps director Matt Shakman has revealed that the door is open to the reboot's unseen villains returning in future movies, and explains the tributes to Jamie Christopher and Inez.