Chris Evans’ Greatest Movies Ranked

Few actors in Hollywood have earned appreciation of Chris Evans. Since the 1990’s, Evans has become a heroic icon. Whether it’s American captains, suspects of murders or gifted fathers, Evans has portrayed several strong characters. Given the sheer number of movies that he has made, making a top 10 list isn’t easy. Nevertheless, listed below are my picks for the greatest movies made by an actor that deserves to be celebrated.

1. Knives Out

Social class has impacted my family. Several years ago, my family faced grief when we discovered our housekeeper was a thief. I remember a caring housekeeper treating my family nicely in a generous manner. Dedicated to every chore, he was a person my family had grown to adore. However, appearances can be deceiving. My grandparents were shocked when they found the housekeeper they trusted fully had stolen jewelry. Few films I’ve ever seen have captured social class barriers experienced by housekeepers that face doubt as powerfully as “Knives Out”. Following its release in 2019, Chris Evans’ movie has stood the test of time as a murder mystery masterpiece. In the greatest role of his career, Evans embodies a suspicious man that becomes the suspect of a murder being a burden to bear. This is the actor unlike you’ve ever seen him before: charismatic, witty and funny in his most memorable role. Evans has spent most of his career playing likeable heroes with sympathetic personalities. With “Knives Out”, however, the actor took steps out of his comfort zone playing the villainous suspect of a murder mystery. It’s a role that gave the actor a chance to showcase comedic timing he hadn’t shown in his career before. For instance, the scene in which Ransom first arrives at the Thrombey household insulting his family by telling them to eat shit is one of the greatest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “Knives Out” Chris Evans’ greatest movie is its message. Unlike most murder mysteries, it tackles universal themes that everyone would relate to. The film delivers a meaningful message about social class barriers that would resonate with everyone. Nearly 10 years following the release of an iconic film about housekeepers accused of committing murders with knives out, it’s a breathtaking reminder of an actor that has become a celebrated icon without a doubt whose commemorated movies deserve to be talked about.

2. Avengers: Endgame

The Avengers are a spectacular team that my teacher has always loved dearly. Several years ago, I gonded with a teacher that loved a superhero team giving him dreams to follow. I remember a high school teacher that loved a heroic team in pop culture. Through his lifelong love for a team in the comic-book genre, my teacher gave me an appreciation for Cinema. As someone treasuring fond memories of a teacher that became fond of a team achieving fame, I adored “Avengers: Endgame”. Released in 2019, Chris Evans’ comic-book blockbuster brought the Avengers’ journey to a closure. In the most emotional role of his career, Evans embodies a superhero saving the world from despair. With “Avengers: Endgame” the actor showcased an emotional side to Captain America that audiences hadn’t seen. For instance, the scene in which Captain America tells the Avengers to assemble preparing for the battle is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “Avengers: Endgame” a classic is its emotion. The film turns superheroes into humans everyone could identify with. A fantastic farewell to a superhero team reaching an endgame, it’s a strong reminder of an actor that has made memorable movies achieving fame.

3. Captain America: Civil War

Friendships are destined to face hardships. I remember forming friends with a kid in school I grew up to treasure. We enjoyed playing soccer together. However, our strong bond came to a closure. No longer the companion I adore, he became a stranger that didn’t want to meet me anymore. As someone treasuring fond memories of a friendship that faced a civil war, I adored “Captain America: Civil War”. Released in 2016, Chris Evans’ movie captured friendships falling apart among the Avengers. In the most heroic role of his career, Evans embodies a superhero whose friendship ends in despair. Evans has always had an aptitude for conveying strong emotions through monologues, and “Captain America: Civil War” showcased his strengths as an actor. For instance, the scene in which Captain America and Tony Stark have a tense fight after the discovery of a shocking truth in the past causing despair is one of the greatest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “Captain America: Civil War” a comic-book classic is its message. The film delivers a strong message about friendship which would resonate with everyone. A captivating portrait of superheroes in a civil war, it’s a bold reminder about an actor that has raised the bar.

4. Gifted

Fathers are powerful figures that shape children’s futures. As far as I remember, I have always shared a strong bond with my father. Shining a bright light in darkness, he has always contributed towards my happiness. Through his wisdom, I was inspired to pursue a career in film criticism. As someone that has always appreciated a father recognizing I am gifted, I adored “Gifted”. Released in 2017, Chris Evans’ movie depicted the lives of fathers raising children that are gifted. In the most compassionate role of his career, Evans embodies a devoted father seeking to care for a daughter with gifts that are rare. With “Gifted”, the actor took a step out of his comfort zone by playing an ordinary father. Working alongside Mckenna Grace who is amazing, Evans creates a father-daughter bond that’s compelling. For instance, the scene in which Frank has an argument with Mary showcased the actor at his best. Ultimately, what makes “Gifted” a great movie is its message. The film delivers a meaningful message about parenting which would resonate with everyone. A dazzling portrait of dedicated fathers raising intellectual children that are gifted, it’s a riveting reminder of an actor that has made commemorated movies which deserve to be appreciated.

5. The Avengers

Teamwork is one of those skills that has never come naturally to me. A painful process, teamwork has always caused immense stress. As far as I remember, I’ve found it challenging to work within groups. I bad group projects in school. As someone that has always struggled working in teams under pressures, I adored “The Avengers”. Released in 2012, Chris Evans’ comic-book blockbuster introduced an iconic superhero team. In the most collaborative role of his career, Evans embodies a superhero working with a team to save the world from despair. Evans is one of those actors that has always excelled at delivering witty dialogue in movies, and “The Avengers” showcased his strengths as an actor. For instance, the scene in which Captain America and Tony Stark have an exruciating argument unable to set aside differences they have with each other showcased the actor at his best. The film delivers a meaningful message about importance of teamwork which would resonate with everyone. As strong as the Avengers’ desire to collaborate, it’s a breathtaking reminder of an actor that has made iconic movies which audiences celebrate.

6. Scott Pilgrim vs. The World

One of the most common criticisms levelled against Chris Evans is that he doesn’t take risks as an actor. Ever since was first cast as Captain America, Evans has often been typecast in roles of the comic-book genre. This has often left little room for surprises in the actor’s career. However, in 2010 Evans took the world by surprise when he made his movie “Scott Pilgrim vs. The World”. In the most unusual role of his career, Evans embodies an angry ex seeking vengeance against his girlfriend causing despair. It’s a role that gave the actor an opportunity to step out of his comfort zone playing a wild character far removed from Captain America. As strong as Scott Pilgrim’s love for Ramona, it’s a spectacular reminder of a commemorated actor with charisma whose unforgettable movies have always attracted audiences to the Cinema.

7. Snowpiercer

Trains are compelling settings that often make for engaging movies. Ever since detectives solved murders on the orient express, trains are larger-than-life setting which have often been used in movies with success. In 2013, Chris Evans captured the enduring appeal of trains facing disaster in his movie “Snowpiercer”. In the most claustrophobic role of his career, Evans embodies a courageous leader sparking a revolution on a train facing despair. It’s a role that gave the actor a chance to showcase emotional vulnerability he hadn’t shown in his career before. Evans effectively used the confined location of a claustrophobic train to build tension. As strong as Curtis’ desire to save his train, it’s a riveting reminder of an actor that has managed to gain a huge following making commemorated movies which entertain.

8. The Iceman

When it comes to the most iconic contract killers in history, it’s worth discussing Richard Kuklinski. Known as the Iceman, Kuklinski was a contract killer committing murders in the 1980’s. A killer with a terrifying presence, Kuklinski built a lasting legacy. In 2012, Chris Evans honoured the killer with a plan in his movie “The Iceman”. In the most psychotic role of his career, Evans embodies a technician collaborating with a killer to commit murders causing despair. With “The Iceman”, the actor showcased a villainous side to himself audiences hadn’t seen before. Working alongside Michael Shannon who is also excellent, Evans honoured a real-life killer. 40 years after Richard Kuklinski became a contract killer which was dangerous, it’s a bold reminder of an actor that has made timeless movies audiences consider precious.

9. The Gray Man

Few books ever written about assassins with a plan are as beloved as The Gray Man. Since its publication in 2009, Mark Greaney’s book has stood the test of time as a literary classic. With its timely themes, suspenseful action and strong characters, the book earned a huge following. In 2022, Chris Evans honoured the book about spies with elan in his movie “The Gray Man”. In the most serious role of his career, Evans embodies a psychotic killer seeking to apprehend a CIA agent causing despair. It gave the actor an opportunity to showcase his aptitude for playing action heroes. Working alongside Ryan Gosling who is also amazing, Evans honoured literature. As strong as Hansen’s desire to catch a CIA agent, it’s a captivating reminder of an actor with commitment towards his craft that has become an icon in entertainment.

10. Fantastic Four

Chris Evans hasn’t always made great movies earning appreciation. While most movies Evans has made have been appreciated, a few have left audiences disappointed. Unfortunately, “Fantastic Four” falls into the latter category. Released in 2005, Tim Story’s comic-book blockbuster was a disaster. In the worst role of his career, Evans embodied a superhero with ability to flare. Evans brought a sharp sense of humour to the role proving to be the bright spot of an otherwise bad movie. Although “Fantastic Four” is a flawed comic-book movie, it remains a fantastic reminder of Chris Evans’ legacy. As powerful as bonds between the Fantastic Four, it’s a breathtaking reminder of a commemorated actor that hasn’t lost his ability to soar whose unforgettable movies have opened the door for me to achieve dreams of film criticism that I adore.