First Steps Theme Review: Excellent Debut
- The upcoming Fantastic Four: First Steps movie is set to have a distinctive sound, thanks to composer Michael Giacchino.
- giacchino's score aims for a 1960s feel, complementing the world the superheroes inhabit.
- Giacchino's strength lies in crafting memorable music, exemplified by his scores for the recent Star Trek films.
‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Theme Song Released
Updated June 07, 2025
The upcoming Fantastic Four: First Steps movie is set to have a distinctive sound, thanks to composer Michael Giacchino. Marvel has released the full track of Giacchino’s main theme, coinciding with the start of ticket sales.
giacchino’s score aims for a 1960s feel, complementing the world the superheroes inhabit. The complete theme highlights the importance of a composer aligning with the material to create exciting and memorable music. giacchino’s work stands out, as Marvel’s film scores have not always been memorable, with exceptions like Alan Silvestri, ludwig Göransson, and Son Lux.
Giacchino’s strength lies in crafting memorable music, exemplified by his scores for the recent Star Trek films. His Fantastic Four: First Steps theme is among his best work for Marvel.He previously composed for Doctor Strange, the MCU Spider-Man trilogy, Thor: Love & Thunder, and Werewolf by Night, which he also directed. The score, like the movie itself, shows promise.
Fantastic Four: First Steps is scheduled to hit theaters July 25.