Chris Evans Returns as 'Captain America' - Chris Evans Returns as 'Captain America'
Chris Evans is returning to the role of Captain America in Avengers: Doomsday, despite previously saying he was done with the character. The surprise announcement came after a leaked teaser trailer confirmed his involvement in the upcoming Marvel film.
Evans had earlier stated he was 'happy in retirement' and would not play Steve Rogers again. Yet, the actor will now reprise his iconic role in the next Avengers instalment, scheduled for release on December 18, 2026.
The teaser clip shows Rogers parking his motorcycle, entering his home, and lifting his baby into the air—before a countdown to the film’s release appears. Alongside Evans, Robert Downey Jr. will also star, this time as the supervillain Victor von Doom. *Avengers: Doomsday* will unite characters from different dimensions of the Marvel Universe, including members of the X-Men. The project marks a major crossover event, bringing together heroes and villains from across the franchise.
The film’s release is set for exactly one year from now. Fans can expect a mix of familiar faces and new twists, with Evans back as Captain America and Downey Jr. taking on a villainous role. The leaked teaser has already sparked excitement ahead of the official marketing campaign.
