According to MovieWeb, a source in Hollywood has confirmed that both Chris Evans and Robert Downey Jr. are in discussions to reprise their roles in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Previously, there had been several reports regarding the film industry attempting to engage these stars again to revive the superhero brand after a challenging period. Besides Chris and Robert, Scarlett Johansson is also among the prominent figures being considered.
Chris Evans and Robert Downey Jr. are reportedly in talks to return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe
On various film platforms, fans speculate that Chris Evans might make a comeback as Steve Rogers in Captain America: Brave New World (2024) or in Avengers: Secret Wars (2027). Some sources indicate that the actor is currently in negotiations with Hollywood studios to possibly resume filming.
Meanwhile, many theories regarding Robert Downey Jr.’s return as Iron Man have also been proposed by fans. One of the popular ideas is linked to the upcoming series Ironheart, which will feature a female version of Iron Man, set to debut in 2024. In the original storyline, Tony Stark (Iron Man’s real name) plays a crucial role in mentoring young Riri Williams as she becomes the new Ironheart. Specifically, he is expected to appear in the form of an artificial intelligence guiding her towards becoming a superhero.
Captain America and Iron Man are among the most important superheroes in the Marvel Cinematic Universe
Chris Evans and Robert Downey Jr. left the Marvel Cinematic Universe after the film Avengers: Endgame (2019). The character Iron Man, played by Robert, sacrificed himself to defeat Thanos, while Captain America, portrayed by Chris Evans, decided to retire from being a superhero to spend time with his love, Peggy Carter.
Avengers: Endgame remains the highest-grossing film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, with nearly $2.8 billion in revenue. Subsequent projects from the superhero brand continue to face various challenges, struggling to achieve similar box office success. Notably, the studio leadership has had to reconsider its future plans following the controversies surrounding star Jonathan Majors, who plays Kang, amid allegations of domestic violence.
