Chris Evans Says He Isn't Returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe for Another Avengers

Chris Evans, the star of Captain America, has definitively stated that he will not be returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) for Avengers: Doomsday or any other future films, despite recent reports suggesting otherwise. Evans directly refuted a Deadline article claiming his return alongside Robert Downey Jr., calling the report "not true."

This contradicts a statement made by Anthony Mackie, the current Captain America, who initially told Esquire that his manager informed him of Evans' return. However, Mackie subsequently spoke with Evans himself, who confirmed his retirement from the MCU, stating, "I’m happily retired."

While Evans did reprise his role as Johnny Storm from the Fox universe in Deadpool & Wolverine, this was a minor comedic appearance, significantly different from his leading role as Captain America.

The MCU's future is currently uncertain following the removal of Jonathan Majors, who played Kang, after his assault and harassment conviction. Majors' planned role as the MCU's new Thanos has been scrapped, leading to speculation and reshuffling of plans.

Doctor Doom, played by Robert Downey Jr., has been announced as the new primary antagonist. This announcement fueled rumors of other original Avengers returning, but no official confirmations have been made beyond Downey Jr.'s casting.

Benedict Cumberbatch confirmed that Doctor Strange will not be in Avengers: Doomsday, but will have a "central role" in its sequel, Avengers: Secret Wars. The Russo Brothers are directing Avengers: Doomsday, which is expected to continue the multiverse storyline, with Hayley Atwell's Agent Carter also reportedly appearing.