Why Chris Evans Dreams of Acting Alongside This Oscar-Nominated Actor from "Thunderbolts"

What roles is this actor known for? For which film did he receive a nomination for the world's main film award? And what connects him to the star of "The First Avenger"?

Sometimes Hollywood stars say things in public that end up being just nice soundbites for the press. But there are exceptions — and Chris Evans seems to be one of them. He's not just nostalgic about acting classics; he genuinely wants to hit the theater stage. And he doesn't want to go it alone.

Evans, known for his role as Captain America, has admitted he dreams of performing in theater alongside Sebastian Stan — his longtime "Avengers" colleague. Yes, that same Bucky Barnes who recently appeared back on the big screen in "Thunderbolts" (2025).

Actor Chris Evans in superhero costume as Captain America — Chris Evans

And it looks like he's already got an idea for their tandem — he just needs his partner's agreement. Stan himself, according to IndieWire, regularly talks about wanting to perform alongside Cap.

When I actually suggest it — like, let's pick a play — he suddenly becomes 'very busy.' And I'm like, 'Seb, stop using me in interviews. I'm ready to get on stage', Evans shared in an interview with Entertainment Weekly.

Actor Sebastian Stan in a black suit with long hair surrounded by journalists — Sebastian Stan in Thunderbolts

Sebastian Stan , let's remember, is far from a theater newcomer — he's performed in Broadway productions of "Picnic" and "Talk Radio," and in 2024 became a real sensation of the film season, starring in several bold and unconventional roles ("The Apprentice" and "A Different Man"), earning an Oscar nomination for his portrayal of Donald Trump.

Evans has long been eyeing theater projects, but it's specifically the partnership with Sebastian that fires up his interest: "I love Seb. I love working with him."

Maybe with this admission, Chris Evans is taking the first step toward making a real project happen. All that's left for audiences is to wait — and hope that Captain America's dream soon turns into a Broadway marquee. Earlier, we at zoomboola.com reported how Chris Evans commented on his absence from the new "Avengers" films.