Get Ready for The Fantastic Four: First Steps with Comics on Hoopla 

Who are the Fantastic Four? They’re Marvel’s original superhero team—Reed Richards (Mister Fantastic), Sue Storm (Invisible Woman), Johnny Storm (Human Torch), and Ben Grimm (The Thing)—and they’re back in action on the big screen July 25, 2025. Get ahead of the excitement by diving into the Fantastic Four comics collection on Hoopla! 

In Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps, the team faces off against the cosmic threat of Galactus and his mysterious Herald, the Silver Surfer, in a retro-futuristic 1960s-inspired world. Check out the movie trailer bellow to get a peek at the exciting journey you’re in for:

Discover the Best Fantastic Four Comics 

From thrilling origin stories to battles with Doctor Doom and space-faring missions, Hoopla offers an enormous range of Marvel Comics Fantastic Four titles. Catch up on classic arcs, jump into the newest adventures, and discover why these heroes have inspired generations—and a new movie! 

Who is H.E.R.B.I.E.? 

H.E.R.B.I.E.

H.E.R.B.I.E. (Humanoid Experimental Robot B-Type Integrated Electronics), is the Fantastic Four’s lovable flying robot assistant. He first appeared in Fantastic Four #209 (August 1979) and makes his big screen debut in The Fantastic Four: First Steps. Not only does H.E.R.B.I.E. warn the team of incoming danger, he also babysits the Fantastic Four members’ children in a pinch. 

Why Read Fantastic Four Comics on Hoopla? 

Hoopla offers instant access to digital titles, all free with your library card. No holds, no waiting. Immerse yourself in the world of The Fantastic Four  before heading to theaters for the movie event of the summer!