Chris Evans' Post-MCU Film Career

Chris Evans stepped away from the MCU after Avengers: Endgame (2019), and his film career since then has been surprisingly selective — he has done far fewer movies than you might expect. He shifted focus toward producing, directing, and more intimate indie projects rather than blockbusters.

Major Films Since Endgame (2019)

• Lightyear (2022) — Pixar animated film where he voiced Space Ranger Buzz Lightyear. A departure from live-action, though the film underperformed at the box office.
• The Gray Man (2022) — Netflix action thriller directed by the Russo Brothers (who directed several MCU films). He played Lloyd Hansen, a brutal antagonist opposite Ryan Gosling. This was his biggest post-MCU lead role.
• Ghosted (2023) — Rom-com on Apple TV+ with Ana de Armas. A lighter, more comedic tone than his action work.

What Changed

Evans has been intentionally picky. He produced films through his production company Dibbs Entertainment, took on voice work, and appeared in smaller indie projects. He has NOT done a major theatrical blockbuster since leaving the MCU — his post-MCU projects skew toward streaming platforms (Netflix, Apple TV+) and animated work.

He also stepped back from acting to focus on his production company and personal projects, including podcasting and digital ventures. The shift reflects a deliberate choice to avoid the "franchise actor" trap.

Pro tip: If you are looking for his recent work, check streaming platforms (Netflix, Apple TV+) rather than theatrical releases — that is where his 2022-2025 projects landed.