Franklin Richards, the most powerful child in Marvel Comics, is officially coming to the Marvel Cinematic Universe in the upcoming film The Fantastic Four: First Steps. The son of Reed Richards and Sue Storm, Franklin is born with god-like mutant powers that allow him to reshape reality, create entire universes, and even bring beings back to life.
Created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, Franklin first appeared in Fantastic Four Annual #6 in 1968. His birth was a miracle, as he survived dangerous cosmic radiation thanks to an artifact recovered by his father from the Negative Zone. Over time, he was revealed to be an Omega-level mutant with abilities far beyond most heroes—including telekinesis, future vision, and universe creation.
Despite his young age, Franklin has performed astonishing feats—such as defeating Mephisto, rebuilding the multiverse after Secret Wars, and even reviving Galactus to serve as his ally.
Fans have long debated his “overpowered” nature, especially after a comic moment where he accidentally turned his sister back into a fetus. To stay in control, Franklin is said to limit himself to using his powers only one day a year.
In the MCU, his storyline is just as intense. Early footage shows Galactus arriving—not to devour Earth—but to claim Franklin himself. This sets up a major showdown in The Fantastic Four: First Steps, where the team must defend both their child and the planet.
Franklin Richards is expected to be a major force in Phase 6 of the MCU, leading into Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars. His arrival also opens the door for a full mutant introduction to the MCU, though Marvel will need to carefully balance his massive power by raising the stakes or introducing equally strong enemies.
Franklin’s debut signals a thrilling and universe-expanding future for Marvel fans.
