Henry Cavill has officially confirmed that he will star in the highly anticipated Highlander reboot, with production expected to begin later this year. The former Man of Steel actor revealed his full focus is on this Amazon Studios project, which will be directed by Chad Stahelski, best known for his work on the John Wick series.
The reboot will center on Cavill’s portrayal of the immortal warrior Connor MacLeod, a character beloved by fans of the original franchise. Cavill expressed his enthusiasm for the role, highlighting the opportunity to work closely with Stahelski and the excitement of bringing this legendary figure to life.
Henry Cavill Embraces the Role of the Immortal Warrior
Cavill’s commitment to the Highlander reboot became more evident with his rugged new appearance, which many had speculated was for this role. After nearly a decade of stalled attempts and shifting cast members, including a previously linked project involving Ryan Reynolds, the reboot is now moving forward with solid backing.
Director Chad Stahelski emphasized why Cavill was the ideal choice for the lead. He described the character arc as uniquely broad, given MacLeod’s 500-year-long life and mastery over various martial arts, making this role both challenging and compelling for the actor.
“My selling point to [Henry] was, look, you’ve got a guy that’s been alive for over 500 years. He’s the last person in the world that wanted to be in this situation. So you get to cover quite a broad spread of a character arc… and you get to experience someone that’s trained over 500 years and sort of played [with many types of] martial arts.” —Chad Stahelski, Director
Additional Cast and Legacy of the Highlander Franchise
In addition to Cavill, the reboot will feature Russell Crowe, who is rumored to play the role of Juan Sánchez-Villalobos RamÃrez, the mentor figure originally portrayed by Sean Connery in the first Highlander movie. Crowe and Cavill previously acted together in Zack Snyder’s Man of Steel, making this reunion particularly exciting for fans.
The Highlander series, which began with Christopher Lambert and Clancy Brown, has produced four sequels, multiple TV spin-offs, and an animated series, but none have matched the impact of the original film. This new adaptation aims to reinvigorate the franchise by delivering improved fight choreography, deeper world-building, and a clearer storyline.
Alongside Cavill and Crowe, actress Marisa Abela is confirmed to appear, though her role remains undisclosed. Filming will take place in Scotland, grounding the story in the franchise’s traditional setting.
Highlander’s Reboot Promises a Fresh Take for New Audiences
Henry Cavill’s dedication and Chad Stahelski’s direction signal a promising revitalization of Highlander, blending intense action with a rich character journey. As the project moves closer to production, expectations are high that this reboot will recapture the spirit of the original while appealing to a modern audience through its dynamic storytelling and cinematic craftsmanship.
“Highlander! That is taking all of my focus. It’s a project that I’m extremely excited about. This character is going to be a lot of fun to play, and I’m loving working with Chad Stahelski. He is a very talented man.” —Henry Cavill, Actor
