Fantastic Four: World’s Greatest Heroes (2006)
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A brightly animated, anime-influenced Fantastic Four series. This 2006 Marvel series was made outside Marvel Studios’ main MCU line-up, so it’s optional for the watch order and works fine on its own. All 26 episodes stream on Disney+ in the US, about 9h 32m in all.
| Release date | September 2, 2006 |
|---|---|
| Episodes | 26 × ~22 min |
Why it’s worth knowing about
Fun, light and largely standalone.
About Fantastic Four: World’s Greatest Heroes
World's Greatest Heroes is a fresh start for the team, with no ties to earlier cartoons. Doctor Doom is the main antagonist, and the rogues' gallery behind him is deep: the Mole Man, the Puppet Master, the Skrulls, Ronan the Accuser, Annihilus, Attuma, Diablo, Terminus, Impossible Man and the Frightful Four all turn up. Plenty of other Marvel heroes drop in too, including the Hulk, Iron Man, Ant-Man, Namor, She-Hulk and Squirrel Girl.
The show is an American-French co-production between Marvel Studios and MoonScoop. Craig Kyle and Christopher Yost developed it, Yost wrote it, Franck Michel directed and Noam Kaniel composed the music. Hiro Kanagawa voices Reed, Lara Gilchrist voices Sue, Christopher Jacot voices Johnny and Brian Dobson voices Ben. It ran for one season of 26 episodes between September 2006 and February 2010, airing on France's M6 and on Cartoon Network. Cartoon Network's US schedule was erratic and showed only 8 episodes, so American viewers didn't get the full run until Nicktoons picked it up in 2009.
Good to know
- Developers Craig Kyle and Christopher Yost also wrote the 2009 animated double feature Hulk Vs.
- Its angular, anime-influenced character designs set it apart from every earlier Fantastic Four cartoon.
- Peter Parker appears in a guest role as a photographer.
- Cosmic villains Ronan the Accuser, Annihilus and Terminus all appear in its single season.
How to watch it
This is a standalone series, so you can watch it any time without homework. It works well after the 2005 and 2007 live-action films if you want a lighter, faster-paced version of the team. The Doctor Doom episodes carry the most weight, and the guest-star episodes with the Hulk, Iron Man and She-Hulk are fun for spotting other corners of Marvel. Its bright, kid-friendly tone makes it a good pick for younger viewers new to the Fantastic Four.
Where to watch Fantastic Four: World’s Greatest Heroes in the US
| Streaming (subscription) | Disney+ |
|---|---|
| Rent or buy | Amazon, Apple TV, Fandango at Home |
Where to watch Fantastic Four: World’s Greatest Heroes outside the US
| Country | Stream | Other options |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | Not included | Not available |
| Canada | Disney+ | None needed |
| India | Not included | Not available |
Streaming availability last verified: October 16, 2026
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Fantastic Four: World’s Greatest Heroes FAQ
Who voices the Fantastic Four in World's Greatest Heroes?
Hiro Kanagawa voices Reed Richards, Lara Gilchrist voices Sue Storm, Christopher Jacot voices Johnny Storm and Brian Dobson voices Ben Grimm.
Did Fantastic Four: World's Greatest Heroes air in full in the US?
Not at first. Cartoon Network showed only 8 of the 26 episodes, and the complete series didn't air in the US until Nicktoons acquired it in 2009.
Is World's Greatest Heroes connected to the 1994 Fantastic Four cartoon?
No. It's a separate series with its own continuity, creative team and voice cast.
Can you skip Fantastic Four: World’s Greatest Heroes?
Yes. It sits outside the MCU timeline, so nothing in the MCU depends on it.
How many episodes does Fantastic Four: World’s Greatest Heroes have?
Fantastic Four: World’s Greatest Heroes has 26 episodes, around 22 minutes each.
Is Fantastic Four: World’s Greatest Heroes part of the MCU?
No. It’s a Marvel title made outside the Marvel Cinematic Universe.