Chris Evans Admits Post-Endgame Movies Could Ruin Co-Stars’ Careers

Lately, Chris Evans openly discussed the state of his film projects post his departure from the Marvel Cinematic Universe after Avengers: Endgame. Over the years, this actor has been recognized predominantly for portraying the iconic comic book character, Captain America, since 2011. The role significantly boosted his career, and subsequently, Evans has featured in several films following the wrap-up of Captain America’s storyline in Avengers: Endgame. These movies have paired him with renowned actors such as Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Pedro Pascal, who has also recently become part of the Marvel universe.

In a chat with LadBible, Chris Evans candidly discussed his post-Endgame film projects alongside co-stars Dakota Johnson and Pedro Pascal, as they promoted their upcoming romantic comedy titled Materialists. During an interview, they were posed a question – “Would you rather ‘relive your most awkward interview once a day’ or ‘let each other pick your next movie roles for the rest of your life'” – to which all three actors opted for the latter. Explaining his choice, Evans humorously suggested that he would cast them in his future movies, potentially ruining their careers, as a joke. You can watch the full interview below.

What Chris Evans’ Comment Means

The Actor Is Self-Aware About His Current Streak

Chris Evans made a comment that casting Pedro Pascal and Dakota Johnson in his films could potentially “hinder” their future career prospects. This remark follows Chris Evans’ recent string of unsuccessful movies, despite his earlier success in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Since 2011, Evans has portrayed a comic book superhero, achieving triumphs in some of the highest-grossing films ever made.

Evans last played Captain America in 2019’s “Avengers: Endgame,” where Steve Rogers passed his shield to Sam Wilson. The movie grossed an astounding $2.799 billion at the box office.

Following his exit from the popular superhero series, Chris Evans’ subsequent films have struggled to match the impact he made during that time. While he has enjoyed some commercial success in films like Knives Out and Deadpool & Wolverine (reprising his role as Johnny Storm), most of the movies he’s starred in since Avengers: Endgame have either flopped at the box office or received negative critical reviews. This is in contrast to the continued success experienced by Dakota Johnson and Pedro Pascal in their respective careers. Evans’ comment suggests that he is aware of this difference in fortune, acknowledging the achievements of his Materialists co-stars.

Our Take On Chris Evans’ Post-Endgame Career

Chris Evans’ MCU Career Is Hard To Live Up To

After leaving the iconic role of Captain America, it was inevitable that Chris Evans would face challenges living up to such a significant legacy, given the MCU’s remarkable success and box office earnings over the past decade. Choosing to transition into action roles, as seen in ‘Red One’, may have been a shrewd move, considering his prior experience in this genre. However, it is unfortunate that these new stories didn’t quite hit the mark, a fact unrelated to Chris Evans’ acting talents, as he had already demonstrated his capabilities well before joining the Marvel universe.

Chris Evans’ Post-Endgame Movies
Movie Budget Box Office
Knives Out (2019) $40 million $312.9 million
Free Guy (2021) $125 million $323.1 million
Lightyear (2022) $200 million $218.9 million
Red One (2024) $200 million $185.9 million

In 2027, Chris Evans could reprise his Marvel Cinematic Universe success with the release of “Avengers: Doomsday,” but venturing into romantic comedies might also be a wise move. Evans’ charming demeanor off-screen is particularly fitting for these films, despite their mixed reception in the past. The upcoming film “Materialists” could potentially rejuvenate Evans’ career and restore his previous reputation, especially since notable stars like Dakota Johnson and Pedro Pascal are also part of the cast. Contrary to his comments about potentially “ruining” his co-stars’ careers, 2025’s “Materialists” might actually enhance Evans’ standing instead.

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2025-06-05 00:17