Henry Cavill

Henry Cavill and James Gunn have confirmed that the actor will no longer be returning to the franchise as DC will be taking the character in a new ...

My turn to wear the cape has passed, but what Superman stands for never will. "The changing of the guard is something that happens. I wish them and all involved with the new universe the best of luck, and the happiest of fortunes." He also assured fans that the film wouldn't focus on Superman's origin story. I will, after all, not be returning as Superman. "Among those on the slate is Superman.

The actor, 39, took to Instagram on Wednesday to reveal the news to his 22.9 million followers that he will not be back as the Man of Steel on the big ...

Writing: 'I am writing (and have been for a while). Everything he stands for still exists, and the examples he sets for us are still there!' Henry said. 'I am writing (and have been for a while). Initial: 'Among those on the slate is Superman. 'Among those on the slate is Superman. My turn to wear the cape has passed, but what Superman stands for never will. Would he of done that if he knew Superman wasn't coming?' One tweeted: 'Henry Cavill loved The Witcher but he clearly wanted the studio to respect the book material and it must have disappointed him to see them mock it. and DC cancelled his Superman film? He ended up eventually leaving it behind for Superman only for DC to drop him again within 2 months. This really could damage the dude's career, he just dropped Witcher too. As with the greatest of literary characters, I pass the torch with reverence for the time spent embodying Geralt and enthusiasm to see Liam's take on this most fascinating and nuanced of men.

The new decision came in the wake of a meeting between Cavill and new DC co-heads James Gunn and Peter Safran, according to the 39-year-old's Instagram.

His performances were consistently a highlight across DC's film slate, even as he was let down by shodding storytelling and visual work well-below the par of My turn to wear the cape has passed, but what Superman stands for never will. The confirmation of Cavill's sacking, nevertheless, has got to be the most notable bellweather yet of just how much the Gunn-Safran duumvirate is looking to shake things up at the floundering superhero studio. [Henry Cavill](https://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/culture/article/henry-cavill-superman-finished-2022) will no longer, for real this time, portray Superman in the DC Extended Universe, after having just confirmed that he would continue playing the role in October. From the halls of parliament right through to the hoity-toity offices of DC Studios, the winds of change are brisk. “I have just had a meeting with James Gunn and Peter Safran and it's sad news, everyone,” he wrote in a recent post, liked by a over 2.2 million people at this point of writing.

DC Studios co-head James Gunn confirmed its new slate of DC projects includes a tale of Superman's early life.

[who told fans he’d be back](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-features/superman-henry-cavill-back-black-adam-1235185234/) in the superhero role following his “ [Black Adam](https://www.huffpost.com/topic/black-adam)” cameo in October, said his time in the iconic red cape is through and that he made his last announcement prior to [Warner Bros. After Jenkins reportedly sent in the film’s treatment, which she co-wrote with Geoff Johns, she learned that the movie didn’t fit the mold of the studio’s future plans. [to address the story](https://twitter.com/JamesGunn/status/1600920132691189760?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1600920132691189760%7Ctwgr%5E6dc1ceed53274fc857ad6e48bc6959d91e6d8306%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fgizmodo.com%2Fembed%2Finset%2Fiframe%3Fid%3Dtwitter-1600920132691189760autosize%3D1) in The Hollywood Reporter and wrote that “some of it is true, some of it is half-true, some of it is not true, & some of it we haven’t decided yet whether it’s true or not.” I respect that James and Peter have a universe to build. [revealed to The Hollywood Reporter](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-features/wonder-woman-3-not-moving-forward-dc-movies-1235276804/) that filmmaker [Patty Jenkins](https://www.huffpost.com/topic/patty-jenkins)’ film “ [Wonder Woman](https://www.huffpost.com/topic/wonder-woman) 3” would not move forward with the studio. I wish them and all involved with the new universe the best of luck, and the happiest of fortunes,” Cavill wrote in an Instagram post.

On Instagram, Cavill explained he had a meeting with flimmaker James Gunn and British film producer Peter Safran, who in October were named co-chairmen and ...

Cavill even made a cameo as Superman in a mid-credits scene at the end of [“Black Adam,”](https://www.cnn.com/2022/10/18/entertainment/black-adam-review) the DC film starring Dwayne Johnson. [announced in October](https://www.cnn.com/2022/10/24/entertainment/henry-cavill-superman/index.html) he’d be returning as the Man of Steel. Since their appointment, Gunn and Safran have been reevaluating the studio’s slate of projects, with some decisions recently making headlines. “Among those on the slate is Superman. “I will, after all, not be returning as Superman,” Cavill wrote. “My turn to wear the cape has passed, but what Superman stands for never will.

Man of Steel 2 will no longer be happening, as new DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn announced that he is writing a movie about a younger version of the ...

[Gunn also said](https://twitter.com/JamesGunn/status/1603211850681704448?s=20&t=ucDNq8ZLDph1LIJoA4-QFA) that he and Safran had met with Affleck with a view to the former Bruce Wayne taking the directing reins on a DC project. But he gave no indication of the status of the other Superman project that has been in development at Warner Bros.: a film about a Black Superman written by Ta-Nehisi Coates and produced by J. [Gunn indicated](https://twitter.com/JamesGunn/status/1603205522139717632?s=20&t=ucDNq8ZLDph1LIJoA4-QFA) that there may yet be room for Cavill in future DC Studios projects, although he did not specify whether this would be as a different character, or as an alternative version of Superman (similar to Michael Keaton and Ben Affleck’s joint return as Batman in The Flash). Discovery CEO David Zaslav has culled projects and installed Gunn and Safran with a mandate to consolidate and reboot DC movies and TV. I will, after all, not be returning as Superman,” he said, before making a mild dig at the [chaotic decision-making](https://www.polygon.com/23508767/wonder-woman-3-patty-jenkins-cancellation-rogue-squadron-dc-studios) at Warner Bros. Cavill has reportedly also shot a cameo for next year’s The Flash, but it’s not certain this will be used in the film now. [Cavill will no longer be starring in Netflix’s hit TV adaptation of The Witcher](https://www.polygon.com/23430157/the-witcher-season-4-henry-cavill-liam-hemsworth-geralt-netflix); he will be replaced by Liam Hemsworth. [on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/CmK7eLWJ0as/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y). In the initial stages, our story will be focusing on an earlier part of Superman’s life, so the character will not be played by Henry Cavill,” Gunn said. “The changing of the guard is something that happens. Among those on the slate is Superman. [Gunn announced on Twitter](https://twitter.com/JamesGunn/status/1603205518113140737?s=20&t=xpVSm5oZIhm9XcRtdqmwqg) that he and his producing partner Peter Safran will be announcing the first projects in their new slate of DC productions at the beginning of 2023.

Superman fans want Henry Cavill to swap the cape for Captain Britain's Union Jack. Cavill Superman Sentry Hyperion. The Henry Cavill is Superman ...

Just look at Mission Impossible and [The Witcher](https://www.thegamer.com/tag/the-witcher/). [Thor: Love and Thunder](https://www.thegamer.com/thor-love-and-thunder-storytelling-comedy-taiki-waititi/)), Wolverine, Mr. And no, not Valiant with [Vin Diesel's](https://www.thegamer.com/wheelman-vin-diesel-retrospective/) Bloodshot - the [MCU](https://www.thegamer.com/tag/mcu/). [he said last year would be "loads of fun" to play](https://www.thegamer.com/henry-cavill-captain-britain-mcu/). Fantastic, Exodus, and even Nova, Marvel's answer to [Green Lantern](https://www.thegamer.com/green-lantern-hbo-max-finn-wittrock/). [again](https://www.thegamer.com/henry-cavill-officially-confirms-hes-playing-superman-again/)) as [James Gunn](https://www.thegamer.com/james-gunn-perfect-choice-dceu/) announced that he's making a new Superman movie, one that won't star Cavill.

Two pieces of recent news seemed to go hand-in-hand. First of all, in late October it was announced that Henry Cavill, one of the world's foremost PC gamers ...

"In the initial stages, our story will be focusing on an earlier part of Superman's life, so the character will not be played by Henry Cavill." [would be returning as Superman](https://www.pcgamer.com/worlds-foremost-pc-gamer-is-back-as-superman/) (opens in new tab): shortly after which, he was seen in a cameo at the end of Black Adam. These films are intended as DC's own eventual counter to the all-conquering Marvel Cinematic Universe and are to be overseen by Peter Safran and James Gunn.

Henry Cavill has been dropped as Superman by new DC executives James Gunn and Peter Safran. Anthony Harvey/Getty Images.

[fired from the “Guardians of the Galaxy” franchise in 2018](https://deadline.com/2018/07/james-gunn-fired-guardians-of-the-galaxy-disney-offensive-tweets-1202430392/) over a series of old tweets in which he touched on topics including rape and pedophilia. Everything he stands for still exists, and the examples he sets for us are still there. [Safran](https://fortune.com/company/safran) and it’s sad news, everyone,” he said. Cavill told fans in October that he would return to the role of Clark Kent, also known as Superman, in DC Comics’ extended cinematic universe. My turn to wear the cape has passed, but what Superman stands for never will.” “The changing of the guard is something that happens,” he said.

The news isn't the easiest,” Cavill said, after announcing that he will not return as Superman in the new film by DC Studios' James Gunn and Peter Safran.

The actor shared the shocking news to his 23 million Instagram followers after meeting with newly-minted DC Studios cochairmen James Gunn and Peter Safran, both ...

promising that he and Safran would soon be revealing a new and exciting Superman project. "I will, after all, not be returning as Superman. Superman' (2016) and "Justice League" (2017). "Superman is still around. just months after announcing he would be returning as Clark Kent. [Henry Cavill](https://www.tmz.com/people/henry-cavill/) did a 180 on Wednesday night ...

"My turn to wear the cape has passed, but what Superman stands for never will," Henry Cavill wrote on Instagram.

[CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP](https://www.foxnews.com/apps-products) It was my understanding there was nothing I could do to move anything forward at this time. Australian actor Liam Hemsworth has been tapped to replace him in season 4 of the show. Cavill first put on Superman's cape in 2013 for the film "Man of Steel." [Get updates to this story on FOXNews.com](https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/henry-cavill-confirms-superman-exit). "I will, after all, not be returning as Superman. [CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER](https://www.foxnews.com/newsletters?cmpid=fnfirstnl) ](https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/the-witcher-teaser-shows-henry-cavills-drastic-new-look-as-geralt-of-rivia) [reprise his role of Superman.](https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/henry-cavill-reprise-superman-new-dc-warener-bros) FILE IMAGE - British actor Henry Cavill poses during a photo shoot on June 25, 2013, in Sydney, Australia. ["Wonder Woman" filmmaker Patty Jenkins](https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/patty-jenkins-speaks-wonder-woman-3-here-facts) addressed why "Wonder Woman 3" will not be made. [the slate is Superman](https://www.foxnews.com/politics/superman-colorist-quits-over-comics-wokness).

Is Henry Cavill back in tights? Don't jump the Gunn. The radical changes at Warner Bros. Discovery's DC slate continue, and on Wednesday night the shockwave ...

See our [latest prediction champs](https://www.goldderby.com/best-prediction-scores/awards/league-data/). Speak up and share your huffy opinions in our [famous forums](https://www.goldderby.com/forums/) where 5,000 showbiz leaders lurk every day to track latest awards buzz. [Make your predictions](https://www.goldderby.com/leagues/) at Gold Derby now. On Instagram, the star who recently quit the popular Netflix fantasy series “The Witcher” (which many speculated was because of new Superman adventures in the works) wrote, “After being told by the studio to announce my return back in October, prior to their hire, this news isn’t the easiest, but that’s life.” He continued, “I respect that James and Peter have a universe to build. Confusion in the marketplace!) Abrams announced he’d be producing a new take written by comic book author/noted social historian and essayist Ta-Nahesi Coates with a Black actor in the lead.

After Man of Steel star Henry Cavill confirmed late Wednesday he had been dropped from the next Superman film, speculation grew about whether his ...

Gunn revealed few details about the new Superman project, only clarifying it will be [a movie](https://twitter.com/JamesGunn/status/1603206775963910144?s=20&t=Nt4gPyHdGZii_AeKzBQ4Jg), will not focus on [Superman’s origins](https://twitter.com/JamesGunn/status/1603209616719892480?s=20&t=Nt4gPyHdGZii_AeKzBQ4Jg) and that he has been [writing the film](https://twitter.com/JamesGunn/status/1603207449061662720?s=20&t=Nt4gPyHdGZii_AeKzBQ4Jg) “for a while.” He also said he and actor Ben Affleck have been in talks about Affleck directing a DC Studios film. With new leadership at DC, other projects may also be up in the air. Cavill first took on the role as Superman in 2013 in the film Man of Steel, going on to reprise his role in multiple DC projects like Zack Snyder’s Justice League and most recently an uncredited cameo in Black Adam. [too young](https://twitter.com/JamesGunn/status/1603205520252289024?s=20&t=Nt4gPyHdGZii_AeKzBQ4Jg) to be played by Cavill again, but said the three discussed opportunities to [work together](https://twitter.com/JamesGunn/status/1603205522139717632?s=20&t=Nt4gPyHdGZii_AeKzBQ4Jg) in the future. [the next James Bond](https://www.newsweek.com/henry-cavill-superman-announcement-sparks-bond-rumors-1767347) after Cavill said earlier this year that he auditioned for the role in 2005 and was [runner-up](https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=1261&v=V9tW-DgUkao&feature=youtu.be) to Daniel Craig, who went on to star in four installments of the franchise. [not return](https://www.instagram.com/p/CkTv9FyPnNz/?hl=en) for the fourth season of Netflix’s The Witcher and would be replaced by Liam Hemsworth, news that was widely understood to mean he [opted to leave](https://deadline.com/2022/10/liam-hemsworth-to-replace-henry-cavill-in-the-witcher-season-4-1235158299/) to focus on other projects, including the next Superman movie.

That's the word from both the actor and James Gunn, who, along with producer Peter Safran, is tasked with getting Warner Bros. Discovery's DC Comics-based ...

"In the initial stages, our story will be focusing on an earlier part of Superman's life, so the character will not be played by Henry Cavill," he [explained](https://twitter.com/JamesGunn/status/1603205520252289024). Gunn also mentioned that the upcoming slate of films could likely involve Ben Affleck in some way -- but behind the camera, not in front of it as Batman. "The changing of the guard is something that happens. My turn to wear the cape has passed, but what Superman stands for never will. "I am back as Superman," he said at the time, "...[T]his news isn't the easiest, but that's life," he continued.

"The changing of the guard is something that happens. I respect that," Cavill said.

[be back](https://www.instagram.com/p/CkGjGIZL4rk/) as Superman after he appeared in "Black Adam" as the superhero. Days later, Cavill announced he gave up his role as [Geralt of Rivia](https://www.instagram.com/p/CkTv9FyPnNz/), his character on the popular Netflix show "The Witcher." After a meeting with DC Studios co-presidents James Gunn and Peter Safran, Cavill said in a social media post that he would not be back as the "Man of Steel." My turn to wear the cape has passed, but what Superman stands for never will. "For those who have been by my side through the years.....we can mourn a bit, but then we must remember.... "James and Peter have a universe to build.

The ongoing creative overhaul at Warner Bros. Discovery and DC Studios has claimed another victim: Henry Cavill as Superman.

... But we just had a great meeting with Henry and we’re big fans and we talked about a number of exciting possibilities to work together in the future.” [“Wonder Woman 3”](https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/movies/story/2022-12-13/patty-jenkins-wonder-woman-3-react-warner-bros) and [“Batgirl,”](https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/movies/story/2022-08-03/batgirl-canceled-warner-bros-dc-directors-statement) among other casualties. “In my stead, the fantastic Mr Liam Hemsworth will be taking up the mantle of the White Wolf.” Discovery merger, which has also resulted in the unexpected deaths of I wish them and all involved with the new universe the best of luck, and the happiest of fortunes.” My turn to wear the cape has passed, but what Superman stands for never will. “Among those on the slate is Superman. He made it clear that new DC bosses James Gunn and Peter Safran made the decision to end his tenure as Superman. The changing of the guard is something that happens. But the actor made it official with two words: ‘I’m back.’ “Everything he stands for still exists, and the examples he sets for us are still there! “After being told by the studio to announce my return back in October, prior to their hire, this news isn’t the easiest, but that’s life.

The 39-year-old actor revealed the "sad news" on Wednesday (14.12.22) after a meeting with new DC Studios co-chairmen and CEOs James Gunn and Peter Safran, and ...

This news isn't the easiest, but that's life,” wrote Cavill. “The changing of the guard is something that happens. I respect that.”

Earlier this week, Gunn posted about the original Superman movie’s 44-year anniversary, [stating](https://twitter.com/JamesGunn/status/1601751642407579648) the film rivaled Star Wars in his admiration. [In a series of tweets](https://twitter.com/JamesGunn/status/1603205518113140737), Gunn revealed that he and Safran have a slate of DC projects “ready to go” and that one of the planned films is a Superman reboot. It’s particularly brutal for Cavill, who just stepped away from a [rumored $1 million per episode payday](https://www.looper.com/712807/henry-cavill-got-a-head-turning-pay-raise-for-the-witcher-season-2/) on Netflix’s The Witcher series in favor of more Superman projects. The post-credits scene was shot in September, a few weeks before the announcement of Gunn and Safran. After the poor reception to the last movie and Snyder’s overall vision, Cavill was ostensibly grounded—until Dwayne Johnson very publicly pulled him off the sidelines to appear in a post-credits scene for Black Adam. [incoming DC creative gurus James Gunn and Peter Safran](https://www.gq.com/story/james-gunn-dc-studios-plans) have a new road map for their superhero collective, yesterday Gunn and Cavill made it official that the actor would not return as Superman, making him just one of a few stars that won’t be back as their signature characters.

While Warner Bros. was courting writers for a new Cavill-led Superman movie to be produced by Charles Roven, the plan got upended when James Gunn and Peter ...

I wish them and all involved with the new universe the best of luck, and the happiest of fortunes.” We will continue to honor the IP, the fans, the storytelling, all the way through.” But we just had a great meeting with Henry and we’re big fans and we talked about a number of exciting possibilities to work together in the future.” Because Gunn’s Superman is younger, there was never a chance of Cavill playing the role. The duo are overhauling the DC Universe, starting with a new Gunn-scripted Superman movie that will not star Cavill. Cavill played the part for three seasons, but he confirmed his exit from the series in October shortly after announcing his return as Superman in Warner Bros.’ DC Universe.

Cavill is officially 'actor for hire' after his departure from both the Netflix series, and his role as Superman. Geralt of Rivera from the Witcher.

His departure from the show was not believed to have anything to do with Superman, but reports stated that he had clashed with the development and writing team of the show regarding creative differences of the direction. Cavill [reacted magnanimously](https://collider.com/henry-cavill-superman-exit-comments/), praising the DC team and revealing his pride at having played the role. Cavill then announced his return to the of Clark Kent officially days later, while simultaneously, Netflix announced that — in a move which was described as unrelated to the DC developments — Cavill would be departing his leading role as Geralt of Rivia on The Witcher, to be replaced by Liam Hemsworth.

A day after bidding farewell to 'Superman,' Henry Cavill has found his next role big role. He'll star in a TV series based on the '80s game 'Warhammer.'

I wish them and all involved with the new universe the best of luck, and the happiest of fortunes.” “There are a lot of characters from the ‘Warhammer’ universe that I want to be. “After being told by the studio to announce my return back in October, prior to their hire, this news isn’t the easiest, but that’s life. James and Peter have a universe to build. [the Hollywood Reporter,](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/henry-cavill-warhammer-40000-amazon-1235283251/#recipient_hashed=be67f2eafcc5e59e7dee949a79597f75c827c38c258b71e24f899dba54f15463&recipient_salt=54c51cc6861c3d53ef9b02e9a8cc856e5014ade8e0683adc379114f43b32433f) the former “Witcher” lead will star in the upcoming “Warhammer 40,000” TV series for Prime Video. [ Clark Kent and the “Superman” movies](https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/movies/story/2022-12-15/henry-cavill-superman-dc-james-gunn-peter-safran), actor Henry Cavill has found his next gig.

Amazon is in the process of closing the rights to the miniature wargame Warhammer 40000 for Henry Cavill following his Superman exit.

Cavill is known to be a Warhammer fan and paints figures. It has grown to become the most popular miniature wargame in the world and spawned many imitators. The humans make up the Imperium of Man, who are militaristic. The game’s setting is 40,000 years into the future where things are dark indeed. [hung up his Man of Steel cape](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/henry-cavill-responds-superman-james-gunn-1235282516/) after Warner Bros. But it is an ambitious move for Amazon and could deliver a show that is epic in scale as it combines the big genre elements of sci-fi and fantasy as well as a host of human and non-human characters. [exiting his lead role](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/liam-hemsworth-henry-cavill-the-witcher-season-4-1235251562/) in Netflix’s The Witcher. announced it is going in a [new Superman direction](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/superman-movie-in-the-works-james-gunn-1235282481/) thanks to DC Studio heads [James Gunn](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/t/james-gunn/) and Peter Safran, is attached to star and executive produce a series adaptation of Warhammer 40,000, the popular science-fiction fantasy miniature wargame that is set up at [Amazon](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/t/amazon/). A race of skeleton-like androids are known as the Necron; there is an elvish race known as Aeldari as well as Orks; Tyranids are nasty aliens; and the T’au is a blue-skinned alien race that may offer some hope. Because the project is in such early stages — to reiterate, Amazon has yet to close the deal — this is not the next gig for Cavill, who recently announced he was [Dungeons & Dragons](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/dungeons-dragons-first-look-comic-con-chris-pine-1235184234/) — dice are involved in the playing — but also features intricate miniatures that players can place and move around a model-constructed battlefield or world. Amazon is in final talks for the rights to the game, produced by Games Workshop, after months of negotiations and fending off rival companies that also sought the rights.

"This news isn't the easiest" - Back in October, The Witcher Netflix series - loosely inspired by CD Projekt Red's video g...

According to [The Hollywood Reporter](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/henry-cavill-warhammer-40000-amazon-1235283251/), Cavill is now reportedly in talks with Amazon to star in and executive produce a series based on the tabletop miniatures game Warhammer 40,000. How are you feeling about Henry Cavill moving on from The Witcher Netflix show? As with the greatest of literary characters, I pass the torch with reverence for the time spent embodying Geralt and enthusiasm to see Liam's take on this most fascinating and nuanced of men. Liam Hemsworth will be taking up the mantle of the White Wolf. [via Netflix]) “My journey as Geralt of Rivia has been filled with both monsters and adventures, and alas, I will be laying down my medallion and my swords for Season 4. “Henry is an extraordinary Geralt and I think Liam will continue and also be an extraordinary Geralt.

Henry Cavill is evaluating his options following him stepping down as Superman as the DC character is being rebooted by the new regime.

It is set in the distant future, where a stagnant human civilization is threatened by hostile aliens and supernatural creatures. One of them, which is in a more advanced stages, is believed to be [Warhammer 40](https://deadline.com/tag/warhammer-40/),000 at Amazon Studios. [Henry Cavill](https://deadline.com/tag/henry-cavill/) is evaluating his options following him stepping down as Superman as the DC character is being rebooted by the new regime.

Netflix confirms role of Geralt of Rivia will still be recast and played by Australian actor Liam Hemsworth, after Cavill was dropped by DC Studios.

On Thursday, Netflix confirmed that season four of The Witcher is continuing with Hemsworth as Geralt. I will, after all, not be returning as Superman,” Cavill wrote on Instagram after the announcement. [But on Wednesday](https://www.theguardian.com/film/2022/dec/15/henry-cavill-dropped-as-superman-after-james-gunn-announces-new-movie), just weeks after announcing his return, it was revealed that Cavill had been dropped from the role.

Henry Cavill will not return as Geralt of Rivia in Netflix hit "The Witcher," despite losing his Superman role following a shake-up of the DC Extended ...

The changing of the guard is something that happens. “After being told by the studio to announce my return back in October, prior to their hire, this news isn’t the easiest, but that’s life. Director and writer James Gunn, who joined DC Studios as co-chair with Peter Safran in October, confirmed plans to write a new Superman movie that would focus on a younger version of the superhero. (Like CNN, DC Studios is a subsidiary of Warner Bros. He added that he was confident the casting switch wouldn’t change the show’s popularity, because “there has been a legacy of amazing, iconic characters where the actors have changed and we’re hugely optimistic about this. [Henry Cavill](https://cnn.com/2022/12/14/entertainment/henry-cavill-superman-no-more/index.html) will not return as Geralt of Rivia in Netflix hit “ [The Witcher](https://cnn.com/2022/10/30/entertainment/henry-cavill-liam-hemsworth-the-witcher/index.html),” despite losing his [Superman](https://cnn.com/2022/12/15/entertainment/james-gunn-dc-films/index.html) role following a shake-up of the DC Extended Universe.

Henry Cavill has landed a new gig for the Amazon-led adaptation series of 'Warhammer 40000,' following his departure from DC Studios and Netflix's 'The ...

I wish them and all involved with the new universe the best of luck, and the happiest of fortunes." "But we just had a great meeting with Henry and we’re big fans and we talked about a number of exciting possibilities to work together in the future." "Among those on the slate is Superman. While Cavill’s decision to leave Netflix's "The Witcher" was previously announced, Season three, which features Cavill, will air next year. "So if it were to ever happen, if there were to be anything "I respect that James and Peter have a universe to build. "It’s sad news, everyone. "The humans make up the Imperium of Man, who are militaristic. "But since I was probably 10. So long time." [live-action,](https://www.foxnews.com/category/entertainment/genres/action-adventure) I would have to be very aware of that." [Amazon-led](https://www.foxnews.com/category/tech/companies/amazon) adaptation for "Warhammer 40,000," according to a report.

And they shall know no fear, except at the prospect of Henry Cavill explaining, in detail, the lore behind every single thing on set.

This is also not the first time we’ve heard of plans for a Warhammer 40,000 TV show, either: Games Workshop itself previously announced it was planning on [developing a series](https://gizmodo.com/the-creator-of-man-in-the-high-castle-is-bring-warhamme-1836457904) around the Imperial Inquisitor Gregor Eisenhorn, a character from the company’s “Black Library” fiction range [who hunts down](https://gizmodo.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-eisenhorn-the-peculi-1837113523) alien and demonic threats against the Imperium, but this is presumably a different idea in the works. [The Hollywood Reporter](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/henry-cavill-warhammer-40000-amazon-1235283251/) has word that Amazon is closing in on a deal to acquire the rights to Games Workshop’s massively popular sci-fi wargame, and while no writers or showrunners are attached, Cavill is purportedly already on board to star and executive produce the series. Warhammer 40,000, which started in 1987, is set in the far future of the 41st millennium, in a galaxy torn apart by perpetual war. [Marvel](https://gizmodo.com/marvel-release-dates-when-to-see-upcoming-mcu-movies-1848196856) and [Star Wars](https://gizmodo.com/star-wars-movies-tv-shows-release-dates-disney-1848494806) releases, what’s next for the [DC Universe on film and TV](https://gizmodo.com/warner-bros-dc-release-dates-hbo-max-cast-details-1848354161), and everything you need to know about [House of the Dragon](https://gizmodo.com/house-of-the-dragon-everything-we-know-1847808778) and [Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power](https://gizmodo.com/lord-of-the-rings-rings-of-power-prime-release-date-det-1848503002). It’s a world that spawned the term “grimdark” for its love of over the top excess in gore, action, and the amount of spikes you can fit onto someone’s shoulders. [down](https://gizmodo.com/liam-hemsworth-will-replace-henry-cavill-on-the-witcher-1849719658)-and-up-and- [oh-my-god](https://gizmodo.com/henry-cavill-superman-witcher-season-4-return-netflix-1849899269) few months, but the [former Superman](https://gizmodo.com/henry-cavill-superman-return-dc-james-gunn-black-adam-1849896018?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=SocialMarketing&utm_campaign=dlvrit&utm_content=io9) and about-to-be-former Witcher star might be about to land another dream role: the lead in a series adaptation of the world of Warhammer 40,000.

According to the Hollywood Reporter, Amazon is in final talks with Games Workshop to secure the rights to Warhammer 40K, so it's not quite a done deal yet, but ...

[the Hollywood Reporter](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/henry-cavill-warhammer-40000-amazon-1235283251/) that Amazon was in the final stages of securing the rights, [Games Workshop announced](https://www.warhammer-community.com/2022/12/16/warhammer-starring-henry-cavill/) it had reached an agreement with the tech and entertainment giant to create Warhammer a 40K cinematic universe. Now, after 22 years of experience in this industry, I finally feel that I have the skill set and experience to guide a Warhammer Cinematic Universe into life.” With the Warhammer 40K project still in the early stages of development, it won’t be Cavill’s next role, but the actor still has a few other irons in the fire, including a Highlander reboot and two spy films: Argylle, with Kingsman director Matthew Vaughn, and The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare, directed by Guy Ritchie. “I don’t often feel at home, but I did that day,” Cavill said, enthusing about the discussions he’d had on Warhammer lore and miniature design with the Games Workshop team. It seems the actor will have some say in the direction of the whole franchise, with Games Workshop saying he is “bringing his lore expertise to the mantle of executive producer, and his sword arm to the starring role.” But the world’s favorite nerdy beefcake does have a new project lined up: a [Warhammer 40,000](https://www.polygon.com/warhammer-40k) adaptation with Amazon.

It has been a wild couple of weeks for Henry Cavill, who went from playing two heroic roles that everyone thought he was perfect for, Superman and Geralt of ...

This may be a while off still, as it sounds like the earliest stages of this project, but no doubt Cavill will do whatever he has to in order to make it happen. “I couldn’t be more grateful for all the hard work put in by Vertigo, Amazon and Games Workshop to make this happen. That may sound random to you, or like some sort of downgrade, but if you know Henry Cavill, you also know that he is a giant nerd, which I mean as a compliment. It has been a wild couple of weeks for Henry Cavill, who went from playing two heroic roles that everyone thought he was perfect for, Superman and Geralt of Rivia, to neither of those. Now, there’s no Superman, so he’s free for Warhammer in full, and I guess maybe another Enola Holmes sequel or two. But as it turns out, The Rock, despite his best efforts, does not control the DC Universe.

Henry Cavill is set to be involved in Prime Video's newly announced Warhammer 40000 series adaptation, but the project still needs a creative team.

The game's setting is 40,000 years in the future where things have gone quite bad for humanity, to be blunt. I couldn’t be more grateful for all the hard work put in by Vertigo, Amazon and Games Workshop to make this happen. Henry Cavill (Man of Steel, Mission: Impossible – Fallout) is set to star in and executive produce the Warhammer 40,000 franchise across all Amazon Studios productions.” It seems the studio intends to create what has been described as a "universe of Warhammer programming"—with Cavill attached both as a star and an executive producer. It seems you can't keep a good man down, and as Cavill seems to be a very good man, this makes the news that Amazon has secured the rights to Warhammer 40,000 most welcome indeed. Cavill is a perfect fit for this role, arguably as much as he ever was for Geralt or Kal-El.

The agreement includes the “Warhammer 40,000” rights across film, TV and more, making it the first major acquisition of its kind for Amazon Studios. Games ...

“We are excited to work with Henry, Vertigo Entertainment, and Games Workshop across our Amazon entertainment businesses on this brilliant, immersive franchise for our global customers to experience for years to come.” Vertigo Entertainment’s Roy Lee and Natalie Viscuso worked with Cavill to obtain the “Warhammer 40,000” IP before taking it to Amazon Studios. “‘Warhammer 40,000’ is set in the far future, where humanity stands at the edge of what might be its brightest future, or its darkest age.

Henry Cavill will star in and executive produce a series in the Warhammer 40,000 universe for Amazon Studios, the franchise announced Friday, ...

Warhammer 40,000, a tabletop, miniature wargame created in 1983, features various figurines and factions and has since expanded into additional miniatures, tabletop games, novels and video games. The franchise is set in the far future in which human civilization is in constant conflict with hostile aliens and supernatural creatures. [announced](https://www.warhammer-community.com/2022/12/16/warhammer-starring-henry-cavill/?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=amazonseries&utm_content=amazonseries16122022) Friday, barely a day after the Man of Steel star [confirmed](https://www.forbes.com/sites/carlieporterfield/2022/12/15/henry-cavill-loses-superman-role-immediately-sparking-speculation-about-the-witcher-and-james-bond/?sh=1f6f57b366d0) he had been dropped from the next Superman film.

May flights of Superdogs sing thee to thy rest. Henry Cavill announced on social media that he is officially no longer a part of James Gunn and Peter Safran's ...

[already greenlit](https://www.vulture.com/2022/04/the-batman-sequel-robert-pattinson-movie-updates.html) Sad Batman 2 will still be on the slate, if out of the continuity. [Patty Jenkins isn’t](https://www.vulture.com/2022/12/wonder-woman-3-patty-jenkins-statement-what-happened.html), nor is [Matt Reeves and RPattz’s Sad Batman](https://twitter.com/JamesGunn/status/1603073641045848072?s=20&t=CZHrSfUsNi1jVAuG1CQacQ). “[W]e’re big fans,” [Gunn wrote](https://twitter.com/JamesGunn/status/1603205522139717632?s=20&t=SpWm6AC9E25nvAie4b_agA), “and we talked about a number of exciting possibilities to work together in the future.” [ 10-year plan for the DCU.](https://www.vulture.com/2022/11/james-gunn-wants-all-dc-movies-tv-and-games-connected.html) “I have just had a meeting with James Gunn and Peter Safran and it’s sad news, everyone,” the former Man of Steel wrote. I wish them and all involved with the new universe the best of luck, and the happiest of fortunes.” This week has been all about who is and isn’t involved with the new universe. Henry Cavill announced on social media that he is officially no longer a part of James Gunn and Peter Safran’s

Memes of Henry Cavill as a space marine are already becoming real.

When he’s not getting huge he’s [building gaming rigs](https://kotaku.com/hey-lets-watch-henry-cavill-building-a-gaming-pc-1844411016) and [touring miniatures shops](https://kotaku.com/henry-cavill-warhammer-40k-witcher-actor-fans-selfies-t-1848569621). [33% off](https://howl.me/ciHr3Enl66G) Fans were really upset, and some blamed the direction of the show for [not respecting the source material enough](https://kotaku.com/witcher-netflix-henry-cavill-season-4-superman-why-1849723343), but it was pretty clear Cavill’s new Superman duties were to blame. [Warhammer 40,000](https://kotaku.com/there-are-too-many-warhammer-video-games-1846271179) series. [having Cavill onboard no doubt helped](https://kotaku.com/henry-cavill-warhammer-40k-witcher-actor-fans-selfies-t-1848569621). Gunn is going to make a Superman movie, but it will focus on a younger Clark Kent, and won’t have a place for Cavill in it. [Warhammer in particular](https://kotaku.com/henry-cavill-gently-corrects-tv-host-its-warhammer-no-1848169640), is well established at this point. “I respect that James and Peter have a universe to build. And amidst a messy merger with Discovery, Warner Bros’ new boss decided to hire Guardians of the Galaxy director James Gunn to completely retool the DC cinematic universe. Well, back in August industry insiders began teasing Cavill’s return to the role of Superman for the next phase of DC’s cinematic universe. Cavill would be set to produce and star in the potential project, while Vertigo Entertainment (Barbarian, Don’t Worry Darling) is signed on as an executive producer. In a contest to win the rights to Games Workshop’s Warhammer 40K,

Amazon Studios has made it official, confirming that it has secured global rights to the Warhammer 40000 game from Games Workshop for Henry Cavill (Man of ...

“I couldn’t be more grateful for all the hard work put in by Vertigo, Amazon Studios and Games Workshop to make this happen. “We are excited to work with Henry, Vertigo Entertainment, and Games Workshop across our Amazon entertainment businesses on this brilliant, immersive franchise for our global customers to experience for years to come.” The agreement encompasses rights to the universe across TV series, film, and likely games and animation.

Henry Cavill hoped to return as Superman for Man of Steel 2. James Gunn had other plan.s.

24 clip — the actor was forced to acknowledge that no, he will not be back after all as new DC Studios bosses [James Gunn](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/t/james-gunn-2/) and Peter Safran chart a new course for the Man of Steel in a [movie to be written by Gunn](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/superman-movie-in-the-works-james-gunn-1235282481/), which will feature a younger actor in the lead role. and DC of stringing Cavill along to goose Black Adam‘s opening weekend. The pair have also made overtures to Ben Affleck, aka Batman, asking him to direct a DC film for them while Jason Momoa — who may be done as Aquaman — has met with the duo as well, possibly about playing a new role. As for Gunn, he responded to a fan who accused Warner Bros. Cavill, sources say, did not have a deal in place to return as Superman, only a verbal agreement that the studio would develop future projects. The actor in recent years had a resurgence thanks to starring in Netflix’s popular fantasy series The Witcher, which saw him earning $1 million per episode. The sunsetting of Cavill’s time as Superman was the clearest indication yet that Gunn and Safran are mounting a substantial overhaul of DC, a reboot that will cut significant, if not most, ties to the previous regimes that handled DC movies for Warner Bros. [Cavill said in a new](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/henry-cavill-responds-superman-james-gunn-1235282516/) post on Instagram on Dec. Dwayne Johnson pushed for his return via the much-hyped cameo in Black Adam and a potential linchpin for Johnson’s own DC universe franchise. (Classic character Brainiac was to have been the villain of that piece, a source says.) The studio had its own plan as new film co-chiefs Michael De Luca and Pam Abdy wanted to make a Man of Steel sequel, having Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight to write the treatment. 14, “After being told by the studio to announce my return back in October, prior to their hire, this news isn’t the easiest, but that’s life.

The Superman actor once posted a five-minute-long video of himself building a gaming PC in a tank top, and he's always been keen to talk about Warhammer 40000, ...

Regardless of how it performs, at least fans can rest assured he’s going to have a blast. Cavill has spent the past years building clout and a great reputation even in his lesser-known roles like in Enola Holmes or Mission Impossible: Fallout. He brought Geralt of Rivia to life in The Witcher partly because it’s a perfectly cast role, but also because he just really, really, loves The Witcher. He’s not lying: he told [IGN](https://www.ign.com/articles/henry-cavill-warhammer-tv-show) last year that he would love to bring the game to life but would have trouble only playing one character. He was passionate about Superman and he was passionate about Geralt, but it seems issues with creative leadership drove him away from those roles in one way or another. (The role was later recast with Liam Hemsworth.) At the time, fans assumed it was so he could focus on Superman.

The British actor recently confirmed that he would no longer play Superman in the DC Extended Universe (DCEU) just weeks after announcing he'd rock the cape and ...

As such, Cavill likely also got a raise, but is probably still in the seven-figure salary range for Sherlock. Cavill reportedly negotiated his DCEU contract to make less money for earlier films with substantial raises for subsequent appearances. However, it's likely that he got a substantial raise from the $300,000 he made up front for Man of Steel, probably getting him into the seven-figure range. Even just the short moment earned him a mint, as he reportedly took home $250,000 for the cameo. It's been speculated that Cavill left The Witcher to dedicate more time to playing Superman in the DCEU. At eight episodes per season, Cavill took home $3.2 million for Season 1 and $8 million for Season 2 for a total of $11.2 million from the [Netflix](https://parade.com/1015716/samuelmurrian/best-movies-on-netflix/) series. While other outlets reported that he made as much as $14 million for his inaugural jaunt as Clark Kent, those claims were widely denied by sources and experts in the field and were never substantiated. After being told by the studio to announce my return back in [October](https://parade.com/living/october-holidays-observances/), prior to their hire, this news isn’t the easiest, but that’s life. His first turn as Clark Kent premiered in 2013. [Russell Crowe](https://parade.com/tag/russell-crowe) on the set of Proof of Life. He worked steadily for several years, with roles in movies like Tristan & Isolde, Hellraiser: Hellworld, Red Riding Hood and Stardust and British TV series. [James Gunn](https://parade.com/tag/james-gunn) tweeted in [December](https://parade.com/living/december-holidays-observances) 2022, “Peter [Safran] & I have a DC slate ready to go, which we couldn’t be more over-the-moon about; we’ll be able to share some exciting information about our first projects at the beginning of the [new year](https://parade.com/948122/marynliles/best-new-years-quotes/).

Amazon acquired the rights to potentially create its own cinematic universe.

The franchise is the definition of "grimdark," painting a picture of a universe in which billions toil to serve a God-Emperor and vast, brutal warfare. But Cavill's involvement could help alleviate fans' concerns, given that Cavill is a dedicated Warhammer 40K geek who has often talked about painting figures and other Warhammer-related activities in interviews. And I endeavour to bring you something fantastic that is, as of yet, unseen.

Fans of Henry Cavill's Superman are facing more grim news ... because a supposed cameo featuring the Man of Steel in DC's upcoming film has reportedly been ...

[Gal Gadot](https://www.tmz.com/people/gal-gadot/) also was supposed to make a secret appearance in the flick according to THR, but her cameo was cut too ... [Ezra Miller](https://www.tmz.com/people/ezra-miller/)'s "The Flash," which is set to debut in June 2023 ... although it's rumored he'll play a bigger part in the storyline. The changing of the guard is something that happens. but according to [The Hollywood Reporter](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/why-henry-cavill-is-no-longer-superman-1235283791/), sources say it's been scrapped. As we reported, Henry broke the shocking news to fans Thursday ...

Henry Cavill will star in and executive produce the adaptation, which he called a "nigh-on lifelong dream come true". UK firm Games Workshop, which makes the ...

Perhaps there could be roles for other celebrity 40k fans Ed Sheeran and Vin Diesel? They are used on a table-top where friends can then do battle in fantastical worlds, telling stories based on 40 years' worth of rules and backstory, created especially for the games. Similarly to how comic book houses are no longer just the creators of comics, but have instead taken over Hollywood. However, Games Workshop has been more than just a miniatures company for years. In a statement on Friday, the British actor said: "I have loved Warhammer since I was a boy, making this moment truly special for me. The Warhammer deal is still to be officially confirmed and a further announcement will be made "in due course", the Nottingham-based games company noted.

Henry Cavill is out of temporary retirement and is set to star and executive produce an adaptation of the popular tabletop game Warhammer 40000.

But we just had a great meeting with Henry and we’re big fans and we talked about a number of exciting possibilities to work together in the future,” Gunn tweeted on Wednesday evening. Gunn also shared that Superman veteran [ Cavill](https://www.rollingstone.com/t/henry-cavill/) would not be returning. “We are excited to work with Henry, Vertigo Entertainment, and Games Workshop across our Amazon entertainment businesses on this brilliant, immersive franchise for our global customers to experience for years to come.”

The thing is, Cavill could probably pull off a decent amount of these.

17 / 17 Cavill loves the Custodes, his army of choice in 40K, so I suppose there simply must be one of the golden-armored bodyguards of the God-Emperor himself. Imagine this: you have cast one of the most gorgeous men on the planet in your new Warhammer 40,000 streaming show. I think it would be funny if Henry Cavill finally got a Warhammer TV show and he played a desiccated corpse locked into a giant golden throne fueled by the psychic energy of daily human sacrifices. it was a 30K show instead? It’s easy to put Cavill in the position of a hero, but what if was an absolute monster instead? The primary stars of Dan Abnett’s novel series Gaunt’s Ghosts, they could serve as intriguing source material for a 40K show to draw on, especially considering the regiment is usually deployed on specialized recon and investigation missions. Obiwan Sherlock Clousseau was the first ever member of the Imperial Inquisition—the heresy-investigation branch of the Imperial forces—introduced in the pages of the very first Warhammer 40,000 sourcebook, Rogue Trader, back in 1987, and seeing the early days of the Inquisition through his eyes could be very interesting. I do think it would be funny to have a massive horrifying alien creature charging about the place, and then occasionally Henry Cavill’s voice ethereally hisses out of it. And had big wiiiiiings? He’s had experience with elves before, but what if he was an elf? [Superman](https://gizmodo.com/henry-cavill-superman-return-dc-james-gunn-black-adam-1849896018?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=SocialMarketing&utm_campaign=dlvrit&utm_content=io9) and [Geralt of Rivia](https://gizmodo.com/henry-cavill-superman-witcher-season-4-return-netflix-1849899269) for the other [love of his life](https://gizmodo.com/henry-cavill-warhammer-sherlock-enola-holmes-netflix-1849740499), the grim dark future of [Warhammer 40,000's 41st millennium](https://gizmodo.com/henry-cavill-warhammer-tv-show-amazon-games-workshop-1849901758).