Fantastic Four #158

Fantastic Four number 158 was published in May 1975, arriving during a transitional era for Marvel Comics. Written by Roy Thomas with artwork by George Pérez and Joe Sinnott, the issue features a story titled 'When Calls the Galactus.' This period of the Fantastic Four's history is noted by collectors for the significant creative influence of Roy Thomas, who often sought to reconcile Marvel’s expanding continuity by revisiting major cosmic threats like Galactus.

The cover art, illustrated by Gil Kane, captures the high-stakes, dramatic flair characteristic of 1970s superhero storytelling. At the time of its release, the issue was received as a standard installment in a long-running series, though it has since gained appreciation among fans for the early work of George Pérez, whose intricate and dynamic artistic style would go on to define much of the Marvel and DC landscape throughout the following decade.