Chris Evans Slams Critics Of ‘Lightyear’ Same-Sex Kiss: ‘Those People Are Idiots’

It’s hard to argue that Chris Evans’ Steve Rogers, aka Captain America, hasn’t been one of the MCU’s bright points. The beloved character has been the heart of the massive cinematic universe since the beginning with “Captain America: The First Avenger,” giving us a superhero with a moral compass that matched his brawn.

Chris Evans and a bunch of puppies. It doesn't get any better than that!The  star tried his best (keyword, tried!) to conduct an interview with but the actor couldn't contain his focus and excitement, and rightfully so.

Marvel Cinematic Universe as his Fantastic Four character the Human Torch.Before he became globally recognised for his role as Captain America, the actor played Johnny Storm (aka the Human Torch) in the 2005’s Fantastic Four and 2007’s Fantastic 4: Rise Of The Silver Surfer.Although it’s been 15 years since he ‘flamed on’ for Tim Story’s comic book adaptations, some fans have been calling for him to reprise his role as the flaming hot superhero – and he’s not against the idea.In a new interview with MTV News, Evans was asked about returning to the MCU as Johnny Storm. “God, wouldn’t that be great?” he told host Josh Horowitz. “Wouldn’t that be great? No, no one’s ever come to me about that.”He continued: “I mean, I don’t exactly look the same anymore.

Lightyear, in theaters today. The animated project tells the origin story of one of the most popular characters in the Toy Story franchise: Buzz Lightyear, played by Chris Evans.The film introduces new characters into the mix, two of whom are Alisha Hawthorne, Buzz’s best friend and former commanding officer, voiced by Uzo Aduba, and Izzy Hawthorne, Alisha’s granddaughter and companion of Buzz on his new journey, voiced by Keke Palmer.Article continues after video.The presence of Palmer and Aduba’s voices adds welcome diversity to the film’s cannon.

Chris Evans is opening up about the one role he’d gladly return to – and it’s not Captain America.

Chris Evans has the time of life playing with puppies in the cutest interview ever.

Malaysia and other Muslim countries have banned "Lightyear" from playing in theaters after Disney refused to cut a same-sex kissing scene from the animated film. The Disney Pixar film was released in theaters on June 17. Malaysia's Film Censorship Board said it approved the movie with parental guidance for those under 13 on the condition of modifications.

Brent Lang Executive Editor of Film and MediaDisney and Pixar’s “Lightyear” blasted off with a respectable $5.2 million in Thursday previews.The film, a spinoff of the “Toy Story” franchise, looks at the fictional astronaut character who was in a movie the inspired the Buzz Lightyear action figure who enchanted Andy and who later became BFFs with Woody (got that?). But this Buzz Lightyear, much to Patricia Heaton’s rather evocative dismay, is voiced not by Tim Allen, whose dulcet pipes graced all four “Toy Story” flicks, but by the Star Command-ing cadences of one Chris Evans.“Lightyear” is expected to launch to between $70 million to $80 million and will screen in 4,200 North American theaters. That should be a big enough number to secure first place at the box office, as well as all the attendant bragging rights that come with that perch.

Patricia Heaton-induced chatter about the latter being “castrated” by the new film.“My younger version would have just been pinching himself,” Evans said of taking over the role during a sit-down with “Good Morning America.”The Boston native stressed that he has been a big fan of Disney and Pixar animations — and the “untouchable” Allen — since he was a kid.Before taking on the role to infinity and beyond, Evans admitted that he “certainly studied” Allen’s voice work on all four of the “Toy Story” films.“Look, Tim Allen is Buzz Lightyear,” Evans went on. “What he did in those movies is so iconic and so loved, and I’d be a fool not to incorporate some of his choices into this role.”The “Home Improvement” star, 69, portrayed the astronaut doll in the Disney flicks from 1995 until 2019.“Knives Out” star Evans continued, “The character in this movie is the human version that the toy is based off of, so it makes sense to have a little bit of overlap, luckily for me.

animated film “Lightyear” from the country’s cinemas after refusing to cut scenes promoting homosexuality.The Film Censorship Board said it approved the movie with parental guidance for those under 13 on the condition of modifications. Scenes and dialogues that it “found to contain elements promoting the LGBT lifestyle which violate key aspects of the Guidelines on the Film Censorship” were ordered to “be cut and muted,” the board said in a statement.“However, the film distributors did not agree to comply with the instructions” and decided instead to cancel the screening, the board said, adding that it would not compromise on any LGBTQ scenes.

Chris Evans was "very" humbled when he played Buzz Lightyear in the Disney film "Lightyear," which hits theaters on Friday. The "Captain America" star was a guest on "Good Morning America" on Thursday and discussed voicing the character from the "Toy Story" franchise, which originally was voiced by Tim Allen.  "My younger version would have just been pinching himself," he said. Evans shared that he has been a huge fan of Disney and Pixar animations since he was a child.

Actor Chris Evans has spoken out in response to criticism about the same-sex kiss that’s featured in the latest Disney and Pixar animated film Lightyear. Evans voices the main character, Buzz Lightyear in the film and has been nonplussed by those who have expressed anger towards a scene which shows Buzz’s fellow astronaut Hawthorne (voiced by Uzo Aduba) kissing her partner of the same sex.  In an interview with Variety, the actor said that “there’s always going to be people who are afraid and unaware and trying to hold onto what as before. But those people die off like dinosaurs.

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Get TicketsThe cast is filled with a legendary crew that includes Chris Evans (voices Buzz Lightyear), Keke Palmer (voices Izzy Hawthorne), Taika Waititi (voices Mo Morrison), James Brolin (voices Zurg) and many more talented actors. We know you're ready to fill your nostalgic heart with this intergalactic tale, so we have all the details on when, where and how you can watch — along with how you can stream the first four  movies and more.  releases in theaters on Friday, June 17, so you don't have long to wait to see Buzz Lightyear face off against the evil Emperor Zurg. Currently, there isn't a date set for when will make its way to the streaming service. Disney typically has a 30- or 45-day window of theatrical exclusivity, so will likely begin streaming between July 17 and Aug. 1.If you want to refresh your memory on everything related to the franchise, you can stream all four movies on Disney+ and Amazon Prime Video.

conservative political beliefs. Allen, 69, famously voiced the Buzz Lightyear action figurine in all four “Toy Story” movies, so fans are surprised the actor isn’t involved in the new spin-off-movie, set for release on Friday.

Disney Pixar’s Lightyear was banned from certain countries over depictions of a same-sex relationship.The animated movie has found itself become a controversial topic in several Middle Eastern countries including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar, over a kissing scene.Hollywood hunk Chris - who voices Buzz Lightyear in the movie - branded the powers behind the countries "idiots" as he admitted feeling there will always be people who are "afraid" to move forward in life.Speaking to Reuters he said: "The real truth is those people are idiots."Every time there’s been social advancement as we wake up, the American story, the human story is one of constant social awakening and growth and that’s what makes us good.""There’s always going to be people who are afraid and unaware and trying to hold on to what was before."Chris, 41, then explained that he feels the best stance is to ignore the opinions of anyone who is still shunning inclusivity.He continued: "I think the goal is to pay them no mind, march forward and embrace the growth that makes us human."It’s tough to not be a little frustrated that it even has to be a topic of discussion.

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Chris Evans hit back at critics of the depiction of a same-sex couple in his upcoming film Lightyear, saying, 'The real truth is those people are idiots.'The Boston native, 41, speaking with Reuters on Tuesday, addressed the criticism of a gay couple featured in the Pixar movie, in which he voices the titular role of Buzz Lightyear.'Every time there’s been social advancement as we wake up, the American story, the human story is one of constant social awakening and growth and that’s what makes us good,' Evans said. The latest:Chris Evans, 41, hit back at critics of the depiction of a same-sex couple in his upcoming film Lightyear, saying, 'The real truth is those people are idiots.' He was pictured in London on Monday at the film's U.K.

Chris Evans, 56, shared his candid reaction with Virgin Radio listeners as he announced that Pete Doherty had cancelled his appearance on the show last minute.The radio presenter could not stop laughing as he told fans the Libertines star “can’t make it” to his interview.Pete has been promoting his memoir, A Likely Lad, which is set for release tomorrow.Unable to contain his laughter, Chris announced: “I’ve just been told, Pete Doherty can’t make it today.“All of a sudden - which is sort of what you want, to be honest.

Chris Evans is speaking out to slam the homophobic critics of his new movie Lightyear.

Patricia Heaton spoke out against Disney and stood up for her longtime friend Tim Allen after seeing the new trailer for the upcoming "Toy Story" spinoff based on the Buzz Lightyear character, aptly titled "Lightyear."  The "Everybody Loves Raymond" star took to Twitter to decry the new movie: "Saw the trailer for Buzz Lightyear and all I can say is Disney/Pixar made a HUGE mistake in not casting my pal @ofctimallen." She added: "Tim Allen in the role that he originated, the role that he owns.Tim IS Buzz! Why would they completely castrate this iconic, beloved character?" Allen, 69, has voiced the astronaut doll character since 1995, and reprised the role for "Toy Story 2," "Toy Story 3," and "Toy Story 4" in addition to a host of other projects. Chris Evans stars as the new Buzz Lightyear in the upcoming film.