Marvel’s long-awaited reboot of the Fantastic Four didn’t just bring us a thrilling origin story, it also delivered two post-credit scenes that left fans excited, emotional, and hungry for what’s next.
Mid-Credits: A Quiet Scene with Big Implications
Just when we think it’s over, we’re taken four years into the future. Sue Storm, calm and maternal, is reading a bedtime story (The Very Hungry Caterpillar, no less) to her young son Franklin Richards.
But the real surprise comes when she leaves the room. Standing in the shadows is a figure with a green cloak, holding a silver mask. It’s Doctor Doom.
He doesn’t speak. He doesn’t need to. The moment is chilling, subtle, and deeply effective. His presence says one thing: Franklin’s powers are not going unnoticed.
As the screen fades, we’re left with this tease:
“The Fantastic Four Will Return in Avengers: Doomsday.”
The scene doesn’t just hint at Doom’s return; it sets the tone for what could be one of the most emotionally charged storylines in the upcoming Marvel phases. A genius child, a dangerous villain, and cosmic power? The stakes are getting real.
End-Credits: A Bit of Nostalgia for the True Fans
After the main credits roll, Marvel throws in something playful. We’re treated to a fully animated intro of an in-universe Fantastic Four cartoon complete with cheesy music, vibrant animation, and The Thing’s iconic shout: “It’s clobberin’ time!”
It’s light-hearted, a little goofy, and exactly the kind of fun moment that reminds you why these characters have been beloved for generations. It’s Marvel tipping its hat to its own history and reminding fans that at the core of every cosmic threat, there’s still room for joy.
Why These Scenes Matter
While the cartoon clip is a wink to long-time fans, the mid-credits moment is the real setup for future chaos.
Doctor Doom isn’t just a villain he’s one of the most complex characters in the Marvel universe. And introducing him through a quiet, eerie moment rather than a big battle scene? Genius.
Also, Franklin Richards is no ordinary kid. In the comics, he’s one of the most powerful beings ever created capable of bending reality itself. With Avengers: Doomsday already confirmed, it’s clear Marvel is laying serious groundwork for something massive.
