“The Fantastic Four: First Steps” Red-Carpet Event To Stream On Disney+

Later this month, Disney will be releasing the next instalment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, “The Fantastic Four: First Steps”, in cinemas around the world.

Set against the vibrant backdrop of a 1960s-inspired, retro-futuristic world, Marvel Studios’ “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” introduces Marvel’s First Family—Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic (Pedro Pascal), Sue Storm/Invisible Woman (Vanessa Kirby), Ben Grimm/The Thing (Ebon Moss-Bachrach) and Johnny Storm/Human Torch (Joseph Quinn) as they face their most daunting challenge yet. Forced to balance their roles as heroes with the strength of their family bond, they must defend Earth from a ravenous space god called Galactus (Ralph Ineson) and his enigmatic Herald, Silver Surfer (Julia Garner). And if Galactus’ plan to devour the entire planet and everyone on it weren’t bad enough, it suddenly gets very personal.

Disney has announced that a special live stream of the red-carpet event for “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” will be shown on Disney+, offering subscribers an exclusive front-row seat to a world premiere for the first time ever. The star-studded event will unfold at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in Los Angeles, celebrating the upcoming theatrical debut of Marvel’s First Family. The livestream kicks off on Monday, 21st July 21 at 7 p.m. PT / 10 p.m. ET, with a full replay available to stream following the event.

This unprecedented live experience marks a new chapter for Disney+, bringing fans closer than ever to the excitement, glamour, and behind-the-scenes action of a red-carpet film premiere. From celebrity arrivals to cast interviews and special surprises, the livestream provides Disney+ subscribers around the world exclusive access, including a special sneak peek at the film before it opens in theatres.

The film’s cast and filmmakers will be in attendance, including Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Joseph Quinn, Ralph Ineson, Julia Garner, Paul Walter Hauser, Natasha Lyonne, Sarah Niles, director Matt Shakman, producer Kevin Feige, executive producers Louis D’Esposito, Grant Curtis, and Tim Lewis, and composer Michael Giacchino, as well as a host of other talent and filmmakers.

“The Fantastic Four: First Steps” is set to arrive in cinemas around the world on July 25th and will be coming to Disney+ later this year following its theatrical release.

Roger’s Take:  I’m surprised it’s taken Disney this long to realise they had another way of promoting a brand new film to its audience, while also offering new original content for its streaming service.  Red-carpet events aren’t likely to pull in a huge audience, but ultimately, these are major events that Disney is spending millions of dollars on to host, in order to promote the film, so why not take advantage?

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