Henry Cavill amps up for 'Highlander' training

Henry Cavill is poised to start intensive training for his lead role in the anticipated reboot of the 1986 cult classic, Highlander. With Chad Stahelski of John Wick fame directing, the project looks to refresh the immortal tale of Scottish warrior Connor MacLeod for a new generation. The reboot is set to release in 2026, which aims to kickstart a fresh franchise. Cavill also teased progress on his Warhammer project for Prime Video, which appears to be developing well, with "big things" coming, although details on whether the project will debut as a movie or TV show are still under wraps.

The Highlander reboot with Henry Cavill is targeting a release year of 2026. Detailed scheduling or a specific release date, however, has not been disclosed as of now.

The 1986 original Highlander film, directed by Russell Mulcahy, introduced audiences to the concept of immortal warriors battling through the ages. Starring Christopher Lambert, Sean Connery, and Clancy Brown, the movie was notable for its action sequences and Queen soundtrack. The film's tagline, "There can be only one," became synonymous with the Highlander franchise, which grew to include several sequels and television series, exploring the lore of immortals living among us.