Captain America Actor Chris Evans Turned The Role Down Several Times--Here's Why He Accepted - GameSpot

Chris Evans' portrayal of Steve Rogers in the Captain America series is the role he is most famous for, but he almost did not take it.

When Marvel Studios contacted him about testing for the part of Steve Rogers, and potentially locking into a nine-film deal if he did well, Evans initially declined to come in and test for the part.

Although he was offered a modified deal, involving fewer films and more money if he came in for a screen test, Evans continued to turn it down, worrying that the pressure of fame would get the better of him.

The thing that changed Evans' mind was, ultimately, Marvel's insistence, as they eventually offered him the part without conducting a screen test.

(who plays Iron Man), a therapist, and several friends and family, Evans eventually decided that he should embrace the opportunity.

Ultimately, Evans' fears did not come to pass, and he says "I fell in love with Steve Rogers pretty quick." He says that the friendship of his fellow Avengers actors, and seeing Chris Hemsworth also dealing with newfound fame, helped him through the experience!

Chris Evans is now finished playing Captain America, and recently starred in the Apple TV+ series Defending Jacob?