Vanessa Kirby teases Franklin Richards' powers in 'Fantastic Four'

The upcoming Fantastic Four: First Steps will undoubtedly showcase Mr. Fantastic, Invisible Woman, Human Torch, and The Thing battling Galactus to protect Earth. But could Franklin Richards also make his cinematic debut?

Vanessa Kirby, portraying Sue Storm, dropped a tantalizing hint during her Empire Magazine interview that's sparked theories among MCU fans: "Superpowers aren't exclusive to adults."

With Sue Storm pregnant in The Fantastic Four: First Steps, the MCU will inevitably introduce Franklin Richards - potentially one of the most significant additions to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. As we previously noted:

Comic readers understand the magnitude of this development. Marvel Studios is introducing arguably the most powerful mutant in existence, with his genius sister Valeria potentially following. Let's examine why Sue's pregnancy carries enormous implications:

Franklin stands among Marvel's most formidable beings, possessing unparalleled reality-warping abilities that enable him to create entire universes spontaneously. His powers extend to telepathy, telekinesis, and astral projection.

His capabilities rival cosmic entities like Celestials and Galactus himself - and his power grows exponentially with age. The Fantastic Four have encountered multiple adult Franklin variants from alternate futures, suggesting his eventual destiny as multiversal guardian.

This raises compelling questions: Could Franklin ultimately repel Galactus? Kirby's comment strongly implies we'll witness his powers manifested on screen.

The Fantastic Four cast will reunite in next year's Avengers: Doomsday alongside established MCU heroes. Perhaps Franklin will prove pivotal against Doctor Doom.

Recent reveals include The Fantastic Four: First Steps' confirmed runtime - the longest MCU film since Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. Last week's Snapple promo inadvertently leaked Ralph Ineson's Galactus design, following earlier Funko Pop! leaks about the film.