The Fantastic Four, Marvel’s first family, has always been one ofMarvel’s most important superhero teams. Now, Mister Fantastic, the Invisible Woman, the Human Torch, and the Thing are all making their much-awaited comeback with the new The Fantastic Four: First Steps film, which is slated to premiere next year. Couple that with the reveal that their arch nemesis, Dr. Doom, will be the main villain for Avengers: Doomsday, and this iconic superhero family is bound for a massive comeback.
With that inevitable comeback, a lot of long-time Fantastic Four fans are bound to get excited about 2025 and may be looking forward to some merch while they wait. Never fear though, as there are plenty of great gift ideas for any Fantastic Four fans right now.
Best Gifts For Fantastic Four Fans
Fantastic Four Epic Collection: The Coming Of Galactus
The tale of the first coming of Galactus in the Marvel Universe is told by comic legends Stan Lee and Jack Kirby in this classic Fantastic Four Epic Collection.
In 1965, just a few years after Jack Kirby and Stan Lee first introduced Marvel’s First Family, they changed the landscape of comic books forever when they introduced their biggest and most powerful villain yet, Galactus, eater of worlds, as well as his powerful herald, the Silver Surfer.
This paperback graphic novel from the combined talents of comic book icons Stan Lee and Jack Kirby includes the original meeting between Earth and the cosmic powerhouse known as Galactus, and the efforts of The Fantastic Four to stop him from consuming the planet. It includes Fantastic Four (1961) #33-51 and Annual #3.
Fantastic Four By John Byrne Omnibus Vol.1
This omnibus compiles the iconic run my comic book legend John Byrne as he jelmed Marvel’s First Family, pitting them against Dr. Doom, Galactus, and all sorts of iconic opponents.
While Stan Lee and Jack Kirby set the tone for The Fantastic Four, John Byrne took them to another level, taking on classic FF villains such as Dr. Doom and Galactus and even teaming up with other Marvel superheroes.
This first omnibus of the legendary writer and artist’s run at the helm of Marvel’s First Family features several issues from the 60s to the 80s, including Marvel Team-Up (1972) #61-62; Marvel Two-In-One (1974) #50; Fantastic Four (1961) #209-218, #220-221, #232-260 and Annual #17; Avengers (1963) #233 and Thing (1983) #2.
Marvel Legendary: Fantastic Four
Marvel Legendary Fantastic Four Board Game is a Fantastic expansion to the popular Legendary: A Marvel Deck Building Game and features not just Marvel’s First Family, but also other iconic heroes and villains from the Marvel Universe.
Much like other superhero titles, Marvel’s First Family also has its own Legendary: A Marvel Deck Building Game expansion that has 100 cards that feature various heroes, villains, masterminds, and schemes that any Fantastic Four fan might enjoy.
This expansion of the Legendary: A Marvel Deck Building Game is a great addition to the popularMarvel board gamefrom Upper Deck and will not just feature all four members of the legendary Marvel team, but also the likes of Apocalypse, Kingpin, Loki, and, of course, Dr. Doom.
Hasbro Legends Dr. Doom
This highly-detailed action figure features Victor Von Doom in his God-King version as he rules over the Marvel Universe as a tyrant, complete with several accessories, including the skull and spine of Thanos.
When it comes to Fantastic Four villains, the most well known is Dr. Doom, who has tussled with the superhero team more times than any other Marvel superhero. Dr. Doom is to the Fantastic Four as the Joker is to Batman, or Lex Luthor is to Superman.
This six-inch action figure is part of Hasbro’s Marvel Legends line and features the supervillain in his all-white hood and cloak as the God-King Doom during the 2015 Secret Wars storyline. It comes with several accessories, including extra hands, a pistol, and the skull of a certain iconic Mad Titan he easily killed during that run where he essentially became a god.
Marvel Fantastic Four Bold Center Chest Logo T-Shirt
This T-shirt version of the iconic Fantastic Four uniform feature’s the logo of Marvel’s First Family and comes in several sizes and colors, including navy blue.
The Fantastic Four uniform is essentially the number 4 on a round white background in a field of blue, and this official Marvel T-shirt is a great way to show that fandom in anticipation of the new movie, which will star Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm.
The shirt also comes with several colors, including the classic navy blue of the Fantastic 4 uniform, as well as sapphire blue, pink, and other colors. It is available in various sizes too, from small to 6X-Tall and 6x-Large.
Diamond Select Marvel The Thing Action Figure
The Thing has been the powerhouse of the Fantastic Four and Diamond Select has turned the big guy into an eight-inch action figure featuring their signature attention to detail.
When it comes to The Fantastic Four, perhaps the most recognizable member is none other than Ben Grimm, also known as The Thing. He is the powerhouse of Marvel’s First Family and has stood toe-to-toe with the likes of The Hulk and The Juggernaut.
This eight-inch-scale action figure is part of Diamond Select’s Marvel Select line. It has 14 points of articulation while also retaining the action figure line’s signature attention to detail. It also comes with a deluxe Fantastic Four display base, though unfortunately, it will not scream, “It’s clobbering time!”
There are plenty of gifts out there for Fantastic Four fans, especially with all the hype that the SDCC announcements have made, as many are excited to see Marvel’s First Family back on the big screen, as well as their archnemesis, Dr. Doom.
FAQ
When Will The Fantastic Four: First Steps Premiere on Cinemas?
Its official release date for cinemas will be on June 29, 2025, so there will be plenty of time to buy gifts for that loved one who is really into The Fantastic Four.
Were There Other Members of The Fantastic Four?
There are! She-Hulk once became a member, subbing in for The Thing. There was even a time when Spider-Man, Hulk, Ghost Rider, and Wolverine subbed in and became the new Fantastic Four for a while.
What Is Best To Give a Fantastic Four Fan? A Graphic Novel, a T-Shirt, or an Action Figure?
It depends on the person. If that person is a massive toy collector, then an action figure would be the best option. However, omibuses or collected editions of the old comics are also a great option, as well as more fashionable items like shirts and jackets.
