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After Henry Cavill Left ‘The Witcher’ and Superman, New Fantasy Prequel to Welcome the British Actor

It has been a heartbreaking time for Henry Cavill
[https://netflixjunkie.com/tag/henry-cavill/]fans. Not only did they face the
news about him losing his role as the famed Superman, but also exited from The
Witcher [https://netflixjunkie.com/tag/the-witcher/]. James Gunn’s takeover of
the DC Universe translated into searching for a younger actor to play the
superhero from Krypton. Cavill’s heroic characters in two opposite worlds struck
the right cord with his fans. And his physical build fit in perfectly with it.
Though it was heartbreaking for the people to see Cavill leaving two big roles,
it is not like the Enola Holmes actor has been idle without projects. 

In recent news, The Man from U.N.C.L.E. actor stepped foot into another fantasy
action film. 


THE JOHN WICK DIRECTOR IN WORKS TO ROPE IN THE BRITISH ACTOR

The John Wick director, Chad Stahelski, dropped some exciting news in an
interview with Josh Horowitz in his Happy Sad Confused podcast. Revealing
details about the production, the director-cum-stuntman confirmed that the Enola
Holmes actor would be breathing life into a Highlander prequel. The famous 1986
film by Russell Mulcahy would not be much different from the newest version in
terms of storyline. Moreover, Stahelski revealed he wanted to “live by the lore”
of the Mulcahy film. 



The John Wick: Chapter 4 director reasoned that by opting for a prequel, he
would not have to kill all the other characters this way. Along with Cavill
playing the lead in the film, Chad Stahelski plans on bringing several previous
cast members. They would come from all the films and series in Highlander’s
extended universe. Set as a prequel, he could easily set the stage for a sequel
later on. It would help the creative crew expand the Highlander world. 

ALSO READ: The Truth About Henry Cavill’s Infamous Rolling Stone Magazine Cover
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While Keanu Reeves’ stunt double came bearing good news for Cavill’s fandom,
further updates seem to be in the grey area.


THE LONG WAIT TO WATCH HENRY CAVILL ON SCREEN

While things still remain uncertain owing to the SAG-AFTRA strikes, definite
release production dates did not surface in the conversation. But the fans can
be rest assured of watching their Geralt come live on screen in an action-packed
movie. Moreover, the confirmation of the project adds this movie to the list of
the Man of Steel
[https://www.netflixjunkie.com/hollywood-news-henry-cavill-upcoming-movies-and-shows-every-project-the-ex-superman-and-the-witcher-actor-is-a-part-of/]actor’s
movies to be on the lookout for
[https://www.netflixjunkie.com/hollywood-news-henry-cavill-upcoming-movies-and-shows-every-project-the-ex-superman-and-the-witcher-actor-is-a-part-of/]. 



The Black Adam actor is busy lining up an array of Guy Ritchie’s films. From The
Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare to unnamed projects, The Gentlemen director is
perfectly utilizing all the Man of Steel actor’s time. 

ALSO READ: ‘The Witcher’ Season 3 BTS: A Special Henry Cavill Moment From the
Show Will Leave You in Awe
[https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-the-witcher-season-3-bts-a-special-henry-cavill-moment-from-the-show-will-leave-you-in-awe/]

Are you excited about The Witcher actor’s upcoming role in Highlander? Comment
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It has been a heartbreaking time for <a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/tag/henry-cavill/">Henry Cavill </a>fans. Not only did they face the news about him losing his role as the famed Superman, but also exited from <a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/tag/the-witcher/">The Witcher</a>. James Gunn&#8217;s takeover of the DC Universe translated into searching for a younger actor to play the superhero from Krypton. Cavill&#8217;s heroic characters in two opposite worlds struck the right cord with his fans. And his physical build fit in perfectly with it. Though it was heartbreaking for the people to see Cavill leaving two big roles, it is not like the Enola Holmes actor has been idle without projects. 
In recent news, The Man from U.N.C.L.E. actor stepped foot into another fantasy action film. 
<h2>The John Wick director in works to rope in the British actor</h2>
The John Wick director, Chad Stahelski, dropped some exciting news in an interview with Josh Horowitz in his Happy Sad Confused podcast. Revealing details about the production, the director-cum-stuntman confirmed that the Enola Holmes actor would be breathing life into a Highlander prequel. The famous 1986 film by Russell Mulcahy would not be much different from the newest version in terms of storyline. Moreover, Stahelski revealed he wanted to &#8220;live by the lore&#8221; of the Mulcahy film. 
<div class="flex-video widescreen youtube"><iframe loading="lazy" title="Chad Stahelski talks JOHN WICK CHAPTER 4, Keanu Reeves, HIGHLANDER I Happy Sad Confused" width="1170" height="658" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/19tEBWY7v-E?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>
The John Wick: Chapter 4 director reasoned that by opting for a prequel, he would not have to kill all the other characters this way. Along with Cavill playing the lead in the film, Chad Stahelski plans on bringing several previous cast members. They would come from all the films and series in Highlander&#8217;s extended universe. Set as a prequel, he could easily set the stage for a sequel later on. It would help the creative crew expand the Highlander world. 
ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.netflixjunkie.com/hollywood-news-the-truth-about-henry-cavill-infamous-rolling-stone-magazine-cover/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Truth About Henry Cavill’s Infamous Rolling Stone Magazine Cover</a>
While Keanu Reeves&#8217; stunt double came bearing good news for Cavill&#8217;s fandom, further updates seem to be in the grey area.
<h2>The long wait to watch Henry Cavill on screen</h2>
While things still remain uncertain owing to the SAG-AFTRA strikes, definite release production dates did not surface in the conversation. But the fans can be rest assured of watching their Geralt come live on screen in an action-packed movie. Moreover, the confirmation of the project adds this movie to the list of the <a href="https://www.netflixjunkie.com/hollywood-news-henry-cavill-upcoming-movies-and-shows-every-project-the-ex-superman-and-the-witcher-actor-is-a-part-of/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Man of Steel </a><a href="https://www.netflixjunkie.com/hollywood-news-henry-cavill-upcoming-movies-and-shows-every-project-the-ex-superman-and-the-witcher-actor-is-a-part-of/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">actor&#8217;s movies to be on the lookout for</a>. 
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The Black Adam actor is busy lining up an array of Guy Ritchie&#8217;s films. From The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare to unnamed projects, The Gentlemen director is perfectly utilizing all the Man of Steel actor&#8217;s time. 
ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-the-witcher-season-3-bts-a-special-henry-cavill-moment-from-the-show-will-leave-you-in-awe/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">‘The Witcher’ Season 3 BTS: A Special Henry Cavill Moment From the Show Will Leave You in Awe</a>
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