Fourteen years after the Avengers assembled audiences in theatres for the first time, the film’s leading men, Chris Evans and Robert Downey Jr, reunited on stage at the 98th Academy Awards to present an award. The moment also comes ahead of the much-anticipated Avengers: Doomsday, which is set to bring the actors back into the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Before presenting the award, the duo shared a playful exchange on stage. Evans pointed out that it marked the 14th anniversary of their first Avengers film and jokingly asked Downey for a gift.
He said, “Hey, Downey, what did you get me for our anniversary? It is the 14th anniversary of our first Avengers movie. I got you a signed copy of the original script signed by the whole cast.”
Robert Downey Jr. and Chris Evans assemble again at this year’s #Oscars…14 years after The Avengers hit theaters. pic.twitter.com/gcepuweyXb
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RDJ first handed him a small piece of paper, which turned out to be his valet parking ticket, but he later came back with another gift. In a comic moment, the actor pulled out a thong and said, “It is the official Tanning Chatum thong from Magic Mike.”
Actor Channing Tatum, who starred in Magic Mike, quickly played along and added, “Hey, I’m gonna need that back though!” RDJ and Evans are known for playing Tony Stark (Iron Man) and Steve Rogers (Captain America), respectively, in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Chris Evans will return as Steve Rogers in Avengers: Doomsday, while RDJ will be seen as Doctor Doom. Instead of playing Iron Man, he will be seen as the antagonist.
Chris Hemsworth is also confirmed to return as Thor, further solidifying the reunion of the MCU’s “Big Three.”
Directed by the Russo Brothers, Avengers: Doomsday is shaping up to be a massive crossover event. With the return of fan-favourite veterans and the introduction of a new, dangerous threat, the road to December 2026 promises plenty of excitement for Marvel fans worldwide.
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