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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.

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,

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 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.”

Despite being let go as Superman, the star could still land a huge movie role next year.

”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.” However, fans will have to wait to find out which Hollywood star will take over as the next Bond, with Eon Productions set to reveal the spy franchise’s new star in March after Daniel Craig, 54, quit the spy role. He added: “I will, after all, not be returning as Superman. [Taylor-Johnson is also being tipped as the next James Bond](https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/aaron-taylor-johnson-is-being-tipped-as-the-next-james-bond/TYWFC2KRRJEUPPOPELHB66EAQ4/) after he reportedly filmed a version of the 007 films’ iconic gun opening. Cavill is thought to have recently quit his role in Netflix’s The Witcher to reprise his role as Superman.

The studio's new chief exec has enjoyed a trigger-happy start, scrapping Cavill's Man of Steel as well as Wonder Woman 3. But he must be given time to ...

[Justice League](https://www.theguardian.com/film/2017/nov/15/justice-league-ben-affleck-dc-comics) and [Batman vs Superman: Dawn of Justice](https://www.theguardian.com/film/2016/mar/22/batman-v-superman-dawn-of-justice-review-ben-affleck-henry-cavill) failed to wow the critics. Yet that is what DC has in play, and sooner or later there will have to be a cull on the mean streets of Gotham City. Fury of the Gods set for release in 2023, all of which have connections to the original DC universe plan. We have also learned this week, [via the Hollywood Reporter](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-features/wonder-woman-3-not-moving-forward-dc-movies-1235276804/), that Patty Jenkins’ third Wonder Woman film has been canned, despite the film-maker being keen to make another movie in the series. [mid-credits scene during the recent Black Adam](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kK9BqBUYeaw), which seemed to tee up a future tête-à-tête with Dwayne Johnson’s musclebound antihero. Apparently DC supremos James Gunn and Peter Safran are planning a reboot that will focus on the superhero’s younger years, which sounds like another mighty kick in the kryptonites for the guy who’s been playing him for the past decade.

Henry Cavill's ousting as Superman from the DC Extended Universe was sudden, though it had been widely reported that James Gunn and Peter Safran would be ...

[formalizing their vision for the DC film and TV universe this week](https://www.gamespot.com/articles/james-gunn-confirms-some-reports-about-dc-studios-good-luck-figuring-out-which-ones/1100-6509855/). The Hollywood Reporter quotes Gunn explaining that "everything with Black Adam happened before I was around," with regards to DC playing up Cavill's Superman cameo in Black Adam--and then within months giving him the heave-ho. Gunn and Safran have also reportedly have talked to Ben Affleck (who is out as Batman) and Jason Momoa (who may be out as Aquaman) to explore possibilities in new roles or stepping into the director's chair on future projects.

Bookmaker William Hill has named Cavill as the tied favourite to play 007, alongside Aaron Taylor-Johnson.

"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 added: "I will, after all, not be returning as Superman.

Kal-El died in his next movie, then came back twice. The theatrical release of Justice League in 2017 resaturated before Zack Snyder's Justice League ...

[Shazam](https://ew.com/creative-work/shazam/), which contains the single most charming Superman moment in the whole DC Extended Universe. The fact that Cavill never got to do that — never got to just be Superman — is a disgrace of our blockbuster era. Freddy ( [Jack Dylan Grazer](https://ew.com/person/jack-dylan-grazer/)) gasps, so shocked he's actually scared. [Jaume Collet-Serra](https://ew.com/person/jaume-collet-serra/) isn't as distinct as a Whedon or a Snyder. [The Man from U.N.C.L.E.](https://ew.com/creative-work/the-man-from-u-n-c-l-e/), his secret agent pours chianti and nibbles a sandwich to watch a bullet-y boat battle. Meanwhile, 2018's [Mission Impossible — Fallout](https://ew.com/creative-work/mission-impossible-fallout/) turned Cavill into a bad attitude on legs. [posted on Instagram](https://ew.com/movies/james-gunn-writing-superman-movie-henry-cavill-update/) that he will "not be returning as Superman," a couple months after [announcing the opposite](https://ew.com/movies/henry-cavill-is-officially-back-as-superman-following-black-adam/). In [Zack Snyder](https://ew.com/person/zack-snyder/)'s brightest day the costume looked dusty. Superman walks on with [John Williams](https://ew.com/person/john-williams/)' famous score. [Henry Cavill](https://ew.com/person/henry-cavill/) played Superman, in 2013's Man of Steel, grim grayscale turned his red cape a faded shade of burgundy. "It's been awhile since anyone made the world this nervous," says a voice in the darkness. But Cavill's older than [Christopher Reeve](https://ew.com/person/christopher-reeve/) was after his four Superfilms.

The former Superman star has secured another leading role in a beloved fantasy gaming franchise, having previously appeared in Netflix's The Witcher.

Cavill said his Warhammer role was "a nigh-on lifelong dream come true". Amazon said it would be publishing the next game and providing "full support" to developer Crystal Dynamics on a "narrative-driven adventure" filled with "mind-bending puzzles to solve" and plenty of enemies to face. Henry Cavill will star in a new Warhammer series after Amazon struck a deal to bring the hit gaming franchise to TV and film.

James Gunn, the new co-CEO of DC Studios has defended his decision to recast Henry Cavill in Superman. See what he had to say…

Taking to Instagram once more, the Hollywood star revealed that they have teamed up with Amazon to create a Warhammer Cinematic Universe, and we can't wait to hear more! 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." My turn to wear the cape has passed, but what Superman stands for never will. "I have just had a meeting with James Gunn and Peter Safran and it's sad news, everyone. Taking to Twitter on Thursday, the writer and director wrote: For those who have been by my side through the years…we can mourn for a bit, but then we must remember, Superman is still around.

Henry Cavill reportedly only had a verbal deal with DC Studios to reprise his role as Superman in future films, as per media reports.

[Wonder Woman](/topic/wonder-woman)3. Since the company's reorganization and renaming as [DC Studios](/topic/dc-studios), [Cavill](/topic/cavill)has had conversations with co-CEOs James Gunn and Peter Safran, the men in-charge of establishing the DC Universe. He reportedly agreed verbally with DC Films for future [Superman](/topic/superman)movies.

Not only is Henry Cavill not returning as Superman in future movies, Warner Bros. is going to cut a cameo he already filmed for The Flash movie.

She was set to have a cameo in The Flash as well. Jason Momoa, who plays Aquaman, may stick around the DCEU in a different role. And they’re doing this in spite of opposition from people like the Rock, who could probably throw them around like action figures if he had a mind to. [declined to go forward](https://winteriscoming.net/2022/12/08/wonder-woman-3-reporteldy-dead-dc-studios/) with plans for Wonder Woman 3, which would have starred Gal Gadot in the title role. Discovery not bringing Cavill back for further appearances as Superman, they’re cutting a cameo he already filmed for The Flash, which is due out next year. Star Dwayne “the Rock” Johnson was adamant about getting Cavill back as Superman, intending to use him in future Black Adam movies.

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.