Rumor: An Original Avenger May Return In A Marvel Limited Series

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By Katarina Trajkovic

Published May 14, 2024

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Highlights

Rumors suggest Chris Evans might return as Captain America in a standalone series, exploring his post-Endgame journey in depth.
Potential series could focus on Rogers returning the Infinity Stones individually, offering a detailed examination of each stone's retrieval.
Fans anticipate Captain America's return in Avengers: Secret Wars, while excitement builds for the rumored standalone series.

The story of MCU's original Captain America may not have reached its conclusion just yet. A new rumor hints at his swift return to the franchise for his own standalone series.

At the end of Endgame, Captain America found his long-awaited happily ever after. Although Chris Evans has officially retired from the role and handed over the shield, recent rumors indicate a potential early return from retirement. New rumors suggest the possibility of a series focused on the beloved character.

MCU: The Infinity Stones, Explained

The ever coveted Infinity Stones are what drives the story forward in the Infinity Saga of the MCU.

According to a rumor circulating on Twitter, Marvel Studios is said to be in the early stages of developing a limited standalone series focusing on Steve Rogers, a scoop shared by @update_marvel and MyTimeToShineHello. This series purportedly delves into Captain America's pivotal task of returning the Infinity Stones to their rightful places in time, expanding on the intriguing concept briefly glimpsed in Avengers: Endgame. If true, fans can expect a more extensive exploration of this storyline, potentially spanning multiple episodes and offering a deeper insight into Rogers' post-Endgame journey.

The rumor still holds weight, particularly with recent whispers hinting that Chris Evans might have signed a deal to reprise his iconic role. While there is widespread speculation about his return possibly being tied to another Avengers installment, such as Avengers: Secret Wars, the rumor of a standalone series remains captivating. Fans theorize that such a series could explore the return of each Infinity Stone over the course of six episodes, aligning with the typical format of Disney Plus series. This format would provide ample room for a detailed examination of the concept, potentially addressing each stone's retrieval individually, a departure from the rushed treatment seen in the previous movie.

Following the events of Endgame, Rogers chose to remain in the past with Peggy Carter in an alternate timeline using one of the stones, instead of returning to 2023. He ensured that all the Infinity Stones were returned to their rightful places. Reuniting with Peggy, they married, and Rogers retired from his role as Captain America, although he was still prepared to help when needed in their new reality. Together, they enjoyed a long and blissful life before Rogers, now an old man, reunited with his friends Sam Wilson, who had taken up the mantle of Captain America, and Bucky Barnes. While it is almost guaranteed that fans will witness his return as Captain America in Avengers: Secret Wars, the anticipation surrounding his standalone series adds an extra layer of excitement.

Source: MyTimeToShineHello (via @update_marvel) | Twitter

Captain America

Captain America, created in 1940 by Joe Simon and Jack Kirby has become an icon of Marvel Comics. Acting as a major figure in the pages of comics while battling against foes like the Red Skull, Captain America has since jumped to the big screen to appear in various Marvel Cinematic Universe movies.