Marvel’s Long-Planned Chris Evans Return Set for Avengers: Doomsday

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Published: January 26, 2026 11:29 PM ET

Marvel’s Long-Planned Chris Evans Return Set for Avengers: Doomsday

Marvel has officially announced the highly anticipated return of Chris Evans as Steve Rogers in the upcoming film, Avengers: Doomsday. The confirmation comes after much speculation, especially following a teaser clip released by directors Joe and Anthony Russo in December.

Teaser and Surprise Return

The teaser clip generated excitement among fans and contained a message from the Russo brothers, highlighting Evans’s significant impact on the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). “The character that changed our lives. The story that brought us all here together. It was always going to come back to this,” they shared.

Director Insights

Nia DaCosta, director of The Marvels, mentioned that she was aware of Evans’s return long before her 2025 set visit. She indicated that Steve Rogers’ comeback had been a plan for “probably years.”

Fan Reactions and Expectations

Initially, many fans believed that Evans would not reprise his role. He expressed his sentiments in a June interview with ScreenRant, stating the sadness of being away from the characters he loved. “It’s sad to not be back with the band,” he remarked.

Russo Brothers’ Excitement

The Russo brothers expressed their enthusiasm about Evans’s involvement in the MCU narrative. In an interview with Empire Magazine, they stated, “His central role to the Avengers and the larger narrative of what the MCU has been is something that’s very personal to us.”

Steve Rogers’ New Journey

While specific plot details remain under wraps, the teaser has hinted at Steve’s new life as a father after his reunion with Peggy Carter, portrayed by Hayley Atwell. Their relationship, which had a poignant conclusion in Avengers: Endgame, continues to be a focal point.

A Bittersweet Ending

Fans last saw Steve after he completed his mission by returning the Infinity Stones. In a heartfelt twist, he chose to stay in the past to live the life he longed for with Peggy. This choice was influenced by the advice of his late friend Tony Stark.