Highlander Reboot with Henry Cavill Set to Begin Production in September, Director Reveals
The long-awaited Highlander reboot, starring Henry Cavill as a MacLeod, has been making headlines in recent weeks, and fans of the franchise have been eagerly awaiting updates on the project’s progress. According to a report from Comic Book Movie, the film is set to begin production in September, with a projected release window in 2027 or 2028.
The Highlander reboot, which is being developed at Amazon MGM Studios, has been in the works for some time, with director Chad Stahelski (John Wick franchise) attached to the project since its initial announcement in October 2023. In a recent interview with Collider, Stahelski revealed that the film is his immediate priority, and that production is set to begin in September. "If everything works out in the next 24 hours, we’ll be shooting sometime in September. And in 2027 or 2028, you’ll be watching Highlander," Stahelski stated, as reported by Comic Book Movie.
The script for the reboot is penned by Mike Finch (American Assassin, John Wick: Chapter 4), and Stahelski has previously shared his pitch to Cavill, emphasizing the depth of the character. "My selling point was, to [Henry Cavill], look, you’ve got a guy that’s been alive for over 500 years. He’s the last person in the world that wanted to be in this situation. So you get to cover quite a broad spread of a character arc there. And you get to experience someone that’s trained over 500 years and sort of played [with many types of] martial arts," Stahelski said, as quoted by Comic Book Movie.
The move to Amazon MGM sees Cavill further solidify his presence at the studio, where he is also spearheading the development of a Warhammer 40,000 cinematic universe and starring in the upcoming live-action Voltron movie. However, based on Stahelski’s latest comments, it appears that the Highlander reboot is poised to be the first of these projects to move into active production.
For those unfamiliar with the franchise, Highlander follows a fictional story that asserts that immortals exist, hidden within normal society. They must hunt and kill other immortals by beheading them in a contest known as The Gathering, which will see the last-standing immortal gain ultimate power. The franchise started out as a 1986 action fantasy film which starred Christopher Lambert as Connor MacLeod, and has since spawned four sequels, as well as a spinoff television show that premiered in 1992 and starred Adrian Paul as Connor’s descendant and fellow immortal, Duncan MacLeod.
The Highlander franchise has a dedicated fan base, and the reboot has been highly anticipated. With production set to begin in September, fans will have to wait until 2027 or 2028 to see the film hit the big screen. However, with Stahelski at the helm and Cavill starring as a MacLeod, expectations are high that this reboot will live up to the standard set by the original franchise. As Comic Book Movie previously reported, the film is expected to be a major player in the fantasy genre, and fans will be eagerly awaiting further updates on the project’s progress.
According to Comic Book Movie, the rules of The Gathering are simple: combat on Holy Ground is forbidden, combat must be one on one, and in the end, there can only be one. The franchise has captivated audiences for decades, and the reboot is expected to bring a fresh take to the beloved story.
As the Highlander reboot prepares to enter production, fans of the franchise have much to look forward to. With a talented cast and crew on board, including Henry Cavill and director Chad Stahelski, this film is shaping up to be a must-see event for fans of the fantasy genre. Stay tuned for further updates on the project’s progress, and get ready to experience the world of Highlander like never before.
The Highlander reboot is a project that has been in development for some time, and fans are eager to see the film come to life. With a release window in 2027 or 2028, fans will have to wait a little longer to see the film hit the big screen. However, with the talented team behind the project, expectations are high that this reboot will exceed expectations and bring a new level of excitement to the franchise.
As reported by Comic Book Movie, the film’s production is set to begin in September, and fans will be eagerly awaiting further updates on the project’s progress. With a rich history and a dedicated fan base, the Highlander reboot is poised to be a major player in the fantasy genre for years to come.
Source: Comic Book Movie
