Chris Evans Says Captain America Arc in Avengers Doomsday Is Brutal

Chris Evans has revealed that his character, Steve Rogers, will endure a physically punishing journey in the upcoming Marvel film Avengers: Doomsday, describing the arc as "brutal." Speaking at Fan Expo Boston on August 9, 2026, the actor shared insights into the direction of the film, which marks his return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Captain America.

Evans explained that directors Joe and Anthony Russo, who are returning to helm the project, have a particular approach to showcasing heroism through their protagonist. "The Russos love beating up Steve Rogers. Their favorite thing to do is just beat the crap out of him," Evans said. He added that for the filmmakers, this physical struggle is central to the character's appeal. "To them, that's what makes a hero, and that's someone who gets punched so many times but still gets up."

The actor emphasized that the challenges in this film are especially severe. "They keep finding new ways to kick his butt, and this one was brutal, and a really good examination into his nature and his values," Evans stated. This intense journey follows the character's last appearance in 2019's Avengers: Endgame, where Rogers chose to remain in...