During a space voyage, four scientists are altered by cosmic rays: Reed Richards gains the ability to stretch his body; Sue Storm can become invisible; Johnny Storm controls fire; and Ben Grimm is turned into a super-strong … thing. Together, these "Fantastic Four" must now thwart the evil plans of Dr. Doom and save the world from certain destruction.
Bland performances throughout. And really, who wants to make Jessica Alba the invisible girl? What a bad idea. I want her to be visible at all times.
– Richard Roeper,
Ebert & Roeper,
11 Jul 2005
rotten:
Before the inevitable and surprisingly anticlimactic battle with Doom, we are treated to two extreme-sports demonstrations, several training montages, [and] an ill-advised love triangle.
– Matt Singer,
Village Voice,
12 Jul 2005
rotten:
A garish mediocrity.
– Keith Phipps,
AV Club,
26 Sep 2005
rotten:
Fantastic it most certainly ain't.
– Mark Salisbury,
Time Out,
24 Jun 2006
fresh:
Marvel Comics continues to empty out its stable of superheroes with this entertaining tale.