Top Reed Richards Inventions Fans Hope to See in ‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’

Reed Richard is coming very soon!

In just a few short months, Marvel fans will finally witness the long-awaited arrival of The First Family into the Marvel Cinematic Universe with ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’. The buzz around the casting, teaser footage, and early production details has built a wave of excitement among fans eager to see the Fantastic Four done justice on the big screen. With Marvel’s history of reimagining comic book icons in fresh and faithful ways, there's a renewed hope that this new version will truly capture the spirit of the team, especially the genius of Reed Richards.

One of the most iconic aspects of Mister Fantastic isn’t just his elastic powers, but his brilliant mind. Reed Richards' inventions are as much a part of the Fantastic Four legacy as their battles with Galactus or Doctor Doom. Over the decades, Reed has developed countless machines, gadgets, and technologies that not only support the team’s adventures but often reshape the Marvel Universe itself. From interdimensional travel to molecular reconstruction, Reed Richards’ lab is a treasure trove of sci-fi marvels.

Fans are already thrilled to know that H.E.R.B.I.E.—the Humanoid Experimental Robot B-Type Integrated Electronics—will appear in the film. This quirky robot companion was a beloved staple of the classic animated series and comics, and his inclusion hints at a tone that embraces the full scope of the Fantastic Four’s weird and wonderful world. However, there's hope that Marvel Studios will go even further and showcase more of Reed Richards’ inventions on screen.

With ‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’, Marvel has a golden opportunity to explore the boundless imagination of Reed Richards. By leaning into the brilliance and boldness of his inventions, the film could cement his status as the foremost intellect of the Marvel Cinematic Universe—and remind audiences why the Fantastic Four have always been pioneers of science fiction in comics.

The Ultimate Nullifier

The Fantasti-Flare

The Fantasticar 

Unstable Molecules

The Memorium Device

The Negative Zone Prison

The Cosmic Ray Chamber

The Coma Cannon

The Afterlife Transporter

–Farheen Ali