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Henry Cavill Puts All His Energy Into Chad Stahelski’s Highlander Reboot

He told The Hollywood Reporter that his schedule centers entirely on the project under Chad Stahelski’s direction.

Overview

  • Henry Cavill told The Hollywood Reporter that Highlander is his exclusive commitment, sidelining his Warhammer 40,000 series.
  • Chad Stahelski will direct the film, promising intense martial arts choreography and a deeper exploration of the immortal hero’s journey.
  • Russell Crowe is confirmed as mentor Juan Sánchez-Villalobos Ramírez, with Marisa Abela cast in an original role linked to Connor MacLeod’s backstory.
  • Lionsgate has not announced a release date but expects principal photography to begin soon in Scotland.
  • The Warhammer 40,000 live-action adaptation for Prime Video is projected for mid-2026 to early-2027, but Cavill’s immediate efforts remain focused on Highlander.