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7 MCU Characters That Are Near Perfect for DCEU’s Superman Henry Cavill

Netflix’s poster boy for The Witcher, Henry Cavill, is making many headlines.
Firstly, the fans still await confirmation of the star returning as Superman in
the DCEU. Secondly, since Daniel Craig retired as 007, fans have been pitching
his name for the role.  

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There are rumors that he might join House of Dragon
[https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-superman-meets-scarlet-witch-as-henry-cavill-and-elisabeth-olsen-might-join-the-mighty-game-of-thrones-franchise-in-house-of-the-dragon/]
as Aegon and that MCU has already signed him on. The actor hasn’t issued any
statement yet, but here are 7 MCU characters we think are perfect for the hunk.


CAPTAIN BRITAIN 

Brian Braddock or Captain Braddock derives his mystical powers from the Merlyn
and daughter Roma’s Amulet of Right.

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Henry Cavill can settle in easily as Captain Britain is tasked with protecting
Earth 616.


WHAT ABOUT HENRY CAVILL AS WOLVERINE?

Hugh Jackman has already hung up his Wolverine claws years back with Logan. Now
we think Henry with his acting chops, physique, and rage that he displayed in
The Witcher [https://netflixjunkie.com/tag/the-witcher] is perfectly poised to
take on that role.

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In fact, he was rumored to play the mutant in Captain Marvel 2
[https://www.digitalspy.com/movies/a26410103/captain-marvel-2-release-date/]! 


HYPERION 

Since Cavill’s return as Superman is still up in the air, maybe he can play
Superman’s counterpart, Hyperion.

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Both of them have super strength, speed, durability, flight, x-ray vision, and
enhanced senses. But Hyperion is widely regarded as the antagonist.

ALSO READ: When Henry Cavill Was Not “really sure” About What He Learned From
His Character Geralt in ‘The Witcher’
[https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-when-henry-cavill-was-not-really-sure-about-what-he-learned-from-his-character-geralt-in-the-witcher/]


THE SENTRY 

The Sentry is one of the most conflicted characters in Marvel. He has godlike
superpowers and also has a dark alter ego, The Void.

Henry Cavill Becomes Marvel's Sentry in Cool Fan Artwork
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Henry Cavill can play both the good and the bad and add more tension.


WONDER MAN 

Cavill can also play the Superhuman Wonder Man who gained his powers from
chemical and radiation treatments.

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Nathen Fillion was originally cast in the role of Guardians Of The Galaxy Part
2. Since there are no further reports, Cavill can fill in for the upcoming
series. 


HENRY CAVILL AS MEPHISTO 

Speculations about Marvel’s devil lord, Mephisto had arisen during Wanda Vision.
But the character didn’t make its debut.

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We think it’s high time that Cavill brings in his A game and plays the sexy
all-powerful villain, Mephisto. 


ARES 

Who better to play the Greek God of War than our very Greek god, Henry Cavill
[https://netflixjunkie.com/tag/henry-cavill/]?

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Ares is a villain that opposes his brother Hercules, Thor, and the Avengers in
the Marvel Universe. 

ALSO READ: “The idea of being a solo nomad”: When Henry Cavill Revealed Why
Playing Geralt of Rivia Seems Rather Natural to Him
[https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-the-idea-of-being-a-solo-nomad-when-henry-cavill-revealed-why-playing-geralt-of-rivia-seems-rather-natural-to-him/]

Which character do you want him to play?

 

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Netflix&#8217;s poster boy for The Witcher, Henry Cavill, is making many headlines. Firstly, the fans still await confirmation of the star returning as Superman in the DCEU. Secondly, since Daniel Craig retired as 007, fans have been pitching his name for the role.  
<img loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-46317 lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" data-src="https://netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/henry-cavill.jpg" alt="" width="1400" height="987" data-sizes="auto" data-srcset="https://www.staging.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/henry-cavill.jpg 1400w, https://www.staging.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/henry-cavill-300x212.jpg 300w, https://www.staging.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/henry-cavill-1024x722.jpg 1024w, https://www.staging.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/henry-cavill-768x541.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px" />
There are rumors that he might <a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-superman-meets-scarlet-witch-as-henry-cavill-and-elisabeth-olsen-might-join-the-mighty-game-of-thrones-franchise-in-house-of-the-dragon/">join House of Dragon</a> as Aegon and that MCU has already signed him on. The actor hasn&#8217;t issued any statement yet, but here are 7 MCU characters we think are perfect for the hunk.
<h2>Captain Britain </h2>
Brian Braddock or Captain Braddock derives his mystical powers from the Merlyn and daughter Roma&#8217;s Amulet of Right. 
<img loading="lazy" class="aligncenter lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" data-src="https://wegotthiscovered.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Henry-Cavill-Captain-Britain-Fan-Art.jpg" alt="" width="1080" height="1350" />
Henry Cavill can settle in easily as Captain Britain is tasked with protecting Earth 616.
<h2>What about Henry Cavill as Wolverine?</h2>
Hugh Jackman has already hung up his Wolverine claws years back with Logan. Now we think Henry with his acting chops, physique, and rage that he displayed in <a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/tag/the-witcher">The Witcher</a> is perfectly poised to take on that role. 
<img loading="lazy" class="aligncenter lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" data-src="https://static1.moviewebimages.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/article/J01LywLMjf1kZUkxKIfd1WIa1p2WSa.jpg" alt="" width="1444" height="761" />
In fact, he was rumored to play the mutant in <a href="https://www.digitalspy.com/movies/a26410103/captain-marvel-2-release-date/">Captain Marvel 2</a>! 
<h2>Hyperion </h2>
Since Cavill&#8217;s return as Superman is still up in the air, maybe he can play Superman&#8217;s counterpart, Hyperion. 
<img loading="lazy" class="aligncenter lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" data-src="https://sportshub.cbsistatic.com/i/2022/08/17/b3c7f60c-8783-44c2-ac5f-80cea24aae7e/aa7c399a-95e8-4540-989d-bf5f408e6e97.png" alt="" width="1200" height="628" />
Both of them have super strength, speed, durability, flight, x-ray vision, and enhanced senses. But Hyperion is widely regarded as the antagonist.
ALSO READ: <a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-when-henry-cavill-was-not-really-sure-about-what-he-learned-from-his-character-geralt-in-the-witcher/">When Henry Cavill Was Not “really sure” About What He Learned From His Character Geralt in ‘The Witcher’</a>
<h2>The Sentry </h2>
The Sentry is one of the most conflicted characters in Marvel. He has godlike superpowers and also has a dark alter ego, The Void. 
<img class="aligncenter lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" data-src="https://static1.srcdn.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Marvel-Comics-Sentry-Superhero.jpg" alt="Henry Cavill Becomes Marvel's Sentry in Cool Fan Artwork" />
Henry Cavill can play both the good and the bad and add more tension.
<h2>Wonder Man </h2>
Cavill can also play the Superhuman Wonder Man who gained his powers from chemical and radiation treatments. 
<img loading="lazy" class="aligncenter lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" data-src="https://www.slashfilm.com/img/gallery/5-actors-wed-love-to-see-play-wonder-man-in-the-mcu-series/l-intro-1661911478.jpg" alt="" width="1600" height="900" />
Nathen Fillion was originally cast in the role of Guardians Of The Galaxy Part 2. Since there are no further reports, Cavill can fill in for the upcoming series. 
<h2>Henry Cavill as Mephisto </h2>
Speculations about Marvel&#8217;s devil lord, Mephisto had arisen during Wanda Vision. But the character didn&#8217;t make its debut. 
<img loading="lazy" class="aligncenter lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" data-src="https://external-preview.redd.it/PUF_umhnQ4Zk2HFlS0_95BXYh_7FxmMTqeOSYdCpYMc.jpg?auto=webp&amp;s=91e55028893e7fe5734f9e7d08d131b4a1f317a2" alt="" width="1400" height="700" />
We think it&#8217;s high time that Cavill brings in his A game and plays the sexy all-powerful villain, Mephisto. 
<h2>Ares </h2>
Who better to play the Greek God of War than our very Greek god, <a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/tag/henry-cavill/">Henry Cavill</a>?
<img loading="lazy" class="aligncenter lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" data-src="https://i.pinimg.com/originals/02/2d/ea/022dea228b1739061fb181621f744d3c.jpg" alt="" width="1200" height="600" />
 Ares is a villain that opposes his brother Hercules, Thor, and the Avengers in the Marvel Universe. 
ALSO READ:<a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-the-idea-of-being-a-solo-nomad-when-henry-cavill-revealed-why-playing-geralt-of-rivia-seems-rather-natural-to-him/"> “The idea of being a solo nomad”: When Henry Cavill Revealed Why Playing Geralt of Rivia Seems Rather Natural to Him</a>
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Henry Cavill may or may not play return as Superman in DCUE, but here are 7 other MCU characters he can play!

Srabani Biswas is a writer at Netflix Junkie. She is a sociology graduate from Lady Brabourne College. Previously, she has contributed to Sports India Show and The Sports Room as a sports writer, and interned at Ripples Learning. A daydreamer, a dancer, and a lover of dogs, she enjoys quiet evenings with her laptop and a cozy blanket. With so much to do and so little time, she is constantly worried about her growing pile of unread books and unwatched shows on Netflix. Her favourites include Stranger, Vincenzo, Hello! My twenties, Emily in Paris, Never Have I Ever, Peaky Blinders, Stranger Things, Reply 1997 and Sex Education.

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