Scarlett Johansson and Chris Evans brought Black Widow and Captain America to life in seven Marvel films, developing an easy on-screen chemistry. So when their characters shared passionate kisses, Johansson admitted she enjoyed the experience, calling Evans a “delightful” co-star.

Though they never dated off-screen, Johansson spoke warmly of Evans and their fictional kiss. Marvel fans certainly enjoyed the romantic interplay between two of the franchise’s biggest heroes.

Scarlett Johansson Recalls On-Screen Romance With Chris Evans

Johansson and Evans first played Natasha Romanoff and Steve Rogers in 2014’s Captain America: The Winter Soldier during a witty elevator fight scene. Their characters later kiss after Cap rescues Widow in Captain America: Civil War.

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Discussing what it was like filming the kiss, Johansson said: “Any excuse to get close to Chris Evans is delightful.” She praised Evans as “charming” and “hysterical,” making their scenes together fun.

Long-Term Friends and Co-Stars

Beyond on-screen chemistry, Johansson and Evans maintained a close friendship across a decade-plus working together on Marvel films. “We’ve known each other for 10 years now,” Evans said. “We’ve done seven movies together, so by this point we can finish each other’s sentences.”, according to a report by The List.

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That comradery and natural rapport translated to their scenes as Black Widow and Captain America. The pair completely trusted one another when filming emotional or action-packed sequences.

No Real-Life Romance

Despite Chris Evans and Johansson’s easy banter and lips locking on camera, the co-stars never dated. They always maintained things were platonic and any kissing was simply part of their jobs. “Chris and I are very good friends,” Johansson said plainly when asked about romance rumors. “We have maintained a close friendship over the years.”, as per Screen Rant.

Chris Evans and Scarlett Johansson

Both stars made it clear they preferred keeping their relationship strictly professional. Still, their admiring comments about each other proved Evans and Johansson created wonderful on-screen magic together.

Both Scarlett Johansson and Chris Evans are celebrated in the filmmaking industry as much because of their personal skills as the amazing chemistry between them. For Marvel fans around the world, their chemistry both on and off-screen, as well as some magical moments they shared as Black Widow and Captain America, remain etched in memory.

Finally, although Scarlett Johansson’s and Chris Evans’ love story did not continue on set, the actors’ mutual respect, friendship, and ability to remain professional have left an imprint on the film industry of all time. This continued resonance of their portrayal of Natasha Romanoff and Steve Rogers by Marvel lovers is something that shall keep reminding us about the wonders of teaming up and chemistry in making iconic legends alive.

Source: The List, Screen Rant