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Dave Bautista Says Highlander Reboot Delivers John Wick–Level Action as Production Moves to 2026

The newly confirmed Kurgan praises Michael Finch’s script for enlarging the world under Chad Stahelski.

Overview

  • Principal photography has been postponed to early 2026 after Henry Cavill was injured during training.
  • Bautista confirms he will play the Kurgan and says he pursued the role for over a decade, including directly pitching Chad Stahelski.
  • He describes the action as on par with John Wick and promises a fresh take that still acknowledges the 1986 cult film.
  • The cast includes Henry Cavill, Russell Crowe, Karen Gillan, Djimon Hounsou, Marisa Abela, and Max Zhang, with Michael Finch credited as screenwriter.
  • Stahelski has discussed prequel-style setup to expand the property, and reports indicate the Amazon MGM Studios film is now eyeing a 2027–2028 theatrical window.