Marvel’s 2019 Avengers: Endgame significantly marked the end of an era since it was the last time fans ever saw a few of their favorite superheroes. Killing off major characters like Robert Downey Jr., who was the face of the MCU, Kevin Feige seemingly created an issue that is currently plaguing the Studios.
According to reports from industry scooper accounts on X, Marvel Studios is reportedly facing a serious threat of losing its fanbase. Following Robert Downey Jr. and Chris Evans’ exit, Kevin Feige, is desperately looking for new actors to fill in the gap. But fans are worried that would ever be possible.
Robert Downey Jr. and Chris Evans’ Exit From MCU
Over the years, Robert Downey Jr. secured a significant position in the entertainment industry following his appearance as Iron Man in Marvel. Taking on the superhero role, the actor debuted as Tony Stark in Jon Favreau’s initial Iron Man film in 2008. Thereafter, Downey Jr. ventured into the MCU franchise of Avengers. Reprising his role in the initial 2012’s The Avengers, the actor kept returning as Marvel’s Iron Man in several other MCU projects.
Following his footsteps, several other acclaimed actors like Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson, Mark Ruffalo, Paul Bettany, and more joined the stellar cast. However, most actors commented on the commitment issues they faced and MCU’s strict multi-picture deal that snatched away other great opportunities, which made them think twice before reprising their Marvel roles. Similarly, Robert Downey Jr. and even Chris Evans went through the troubles.
According to reports from Hindustan Times, Robert Downey Jr. noted that “playing Tony/Iron Man was hard and I dug deep. I had an incredible 10-year run that was creatively satisfying” but now, he’s “all done”. Willing to explore other options and critically acclaimed projects in the entertainment industry, Downey Jr. therefore bid adieu to Marvel. Following Iron Man, even Marvel’s Captain America, Chris Evans, made his exit by passing on the shield to Anthony Mackie’s Sam Wilson.
Kevin Feige is Reportedly Facing a Serious Threat
Speaking with GQ, Chris Evans noted how he was initially reluctant to join Marvel Studios. Considering it’s a serious commitment to join a superhero franchise, Evans noted that he was “apprehensive” about playing Captain America. Revealing that he wasn’t initially sure if he wanted to commit to a franchise or explore opportunities, Evans noted how it eventually engulfed him
“You always end up questioning, Is this what I should be doing?… I just wasn’t sure if I was moving closer to myself or further away. And something inside me kept saying that I was getting further away—that something about this industry wasn’t healthy.”
Therefore, eventually, when this thought ate him up from within, Chris Evans decided to exit from the MCU. While the decision served him well, Evans’ exit created a catastrophic effect on Marvel. According to reports, as Evans’ exit came right after Robert Downey Jr.’s departure, losing two significant superheroes ended up majorly changing the MCU.
Ever since then, it has been reported that Kevin Feige is facing a serious threat of losing their fanbase. Even Time Magazine noted how Marvel Studios is losing viewers since fans are frustrated with their favorite actors leaving the franchise. Losing familiar faces ended up being the greatest loss the MCU ever faced.
🚨Recent reports stated that Marvel Studio’s is reportedly looking for actors who could be the face of the MCU like RDJ’s IronMan & Chris Evans Cap.
Do you think there is a current actor who could be the face of the MCU? Or a unknown character who should be the Lead? pic.twitter.com/XeBT7ngWCg
— MCU News and Updates (@HolyfieldM5) February 24, 2024
Thus now, according to an industry scooper account on X, Kevin Feige is “reportedly looking for actors who could be the face of the MCU like RDJ’s IronMan & Chris Evans Cap.” Facing the serious threat of losing even more viewership leading to constant flops, Kevin Feige is said to be on the hunt for new faces. Although fans wonder if any new actor would be able to fill the ginormous void left by Robert Downey Jr. and Chris Evans, netizens are trying to be positive about it.
