Marvel Denies AI Use in Fantastic Four Posters, Despite Four-Fingered Man Image

Marvel has firmly denied using artificial intelligence to craft the promotional posters for *The Fantastic Four: First Steps* after keen-eyed fans pointed out a peculiar detail in one of the images—a man appearing to have only four fingers. The marketing campaign for the film, which includes a teaser for its debut trailer and a series of posters shared on social media, has stirred up quite the buzz among the fanbase.

One particular poster caught the attention of fans, featuring a man holding a large Fantastic Four flag with what seems to be a missing finger. This image, shown below, led to speculation about the use of generative AI in the poster's creation due to additional oddities like duplicated faces, misaligned gazes, and oddly proportioned limbs.

Despite these observations, a spokesperson from Disney/Marvel told IGN that no AI was used in the production of these posters. This statement has left fans puzzled and searching for alternative explanations for the four-fingered man. Some speculate that the missing finger might be obscured by the flagpole, though the angles and sizes involved make this theory seem unlikely. Others believe it could be a simple oversight in Photoshop, reflecting more on the artist's skills than on any use of AI.

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Disney/Marvel has yet to provide a direct explanation for the four-fingered man, fueling further speculation. Some theories suggest it could be a mistake during post-production, where the finger was accidentally removed without adjusting the rest of the hand. Additionally, the repeated faces in the poster might be the result of common digital tricks used with background actors, rather than generative AI.

The controversy surrounding the use of AI in *The Fantastic Four: First Steps* posters is likely to intensify scrutiny on future promotional materials for the film. As fans eagerly await more information, there's plenty more to explore about *The Fantastic Four: First Steps*, including insights into characters like Galactus and Doctor Doom.