Chris Evans’ portrayal of Captain America is one of the most beloved and iconic roles in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), but it almost didn’t happen. Evans initially turned down the role of Steve Rogers, and it wasn’t a done deal that he would be the one to wield the famous shield. If Evans had declined or been unavailable, the role could have gone to one of several other talented actors.
Interestingly, some of the actors who were considered for the role of Captain America went on to appear in the MCU, with a few even taking on roles that involved the shield. One actor later portrayed a version of Steve Rogers himself, and another became People’s Sexiest Man Alive, just like Evans did in 2022. There were also those who auditioned for the role and later admitted to feeling the need to apologize to Marvel for their attempts!
Several of these actors had the chance to shine in other major franchises as well, while others joined the MCU after Chris Evans had moved on from the role. It’s fascinating to imagine a different version of Captain America, and you can find out which actors were considered by checking out the full list in the slideshow.
