In a stunning twist that has Marvel fans ablaze with excitement, Chris Evans is flaming on once more as everyone’s favorite Human Torch. The actor, best known for his award-winning tenure as Captain America in the blockbuster Marvel Cinematic Universe, surprised audiences with an unannounced cameo in Deadpool & Wolverine. Reprising his role as Johnny Storm from 2005’s Fantastic Four, Evans steals the show with a memorable, fiery entrance that leaves even the Merc with a Mouth gobsmacked.
Evans hadn’t played the hot-headed hero in over 17 years, after bringing Storm to brilliant life in Fantastic Four and its sequel. With the multiverse-spanning plot of Deadpool & Wolverine allowing unexpected crossovers, Evans jumped at the chance to suit up again for his beloved first superhero role. “Playing Johnny again was a dream come true,” Evans gushed on Instagram. “I’ll always be grateful to Ryan Reynolds for making this nostalgic fanservice happen.”
Indeed, social media has exploded in the days since with endless praise for Evans’ return. “Chris Evans lighting up the screen as the Human Torch again might be the best fan service ever,” one tweet raved. Another called it “the cameo we didn’t know we needed.” The actor’s heartfelt gratitude for the opportunity is clear.
Evans saved special thanks for Reynolds, Hugh Jackman, and director Shawn Levy, calling them “three of the nicest guys in Hollywood.” It’s no secret Reynolds played a key role in convincing Evans to sign on, eliciting the star’s agreement to “flame on” just one more time. Though it doesn’t affect the Fantastic Four reboot’s new cast, this brief return to Marvel’s First Family was simply too hot not to handle.
With cameos from Garner as Elektra and Blade himself Wesley Snipes, Deadpool & Wolverine has already amassed over $211 million at the box office. As the MCU further explores the multiverse’s endless possibilities, one thing is clear – fans are always hungry for more of Chris Evans’ fiery Human Torch. Even after 17 years, Johnny Storm remains one of his most beloved roles.
