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James Gunn confirms that Henry Cavill is done as Superman, as the new films will recast a younger actor as Clark Kent and reboot his storyline.

[The Batman](https://collider.com/the-batman-dcu-james-gunn-comment/), which focused on Bruce Wayne's earlier days as the Caped Crusader, the film could possibly focus on Kal El's earlier days as the symbol of justice and hope. [With all the shakeups and uncertainty going on in the DCU](https://collider.com/james-gunn-superman-priority-comments/), among them being the uncertainty of the characters of Wonder Woman, Aquaman, and the whole of the Justice League, fans can surely appreciate the certainty of the news that the Man of Steel, who is faster than a speeding bullet, can leap tall buildings in a single bound, and is the symbol of hope, will be a part of the future of the DC Universe. [DC Extended Universe](https://collider.com/tag/dc-extended-universe/) waiting on news about Superman and how he will figure into the new DCU, they now have some rock-solid and official news.

James Gunn and Peter Safran are planning a newer, younger Superman film for their DC slate, which Gunn is writing.

[at the end of Black Adam](https://gizmodo.com/black-adam-end-credits-superman-henry-cavill-man-of-ste-1849678984) and [then confirmed by Cavill himself](https://gizmodo.com/dc-superman-henry-cavill-return-black-adam-cameo-1849693912)? And while Gunn himself said some of the news in that story was not true this part, obviously, is. Ladies and gentleman, may all these future films be as exciting as what happens behind the scenes at DC Films. Gunn then revealed that he’s writing the new Superman movie, but they have not yet decided on a director. 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. 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.”

Henry Cavill has confirmed that he will not return as Superman following the announcement from James Gunn that the next Superman movie will focus on a ...

Cavill recently announced that he will not be returning as Geralt for Netflix either. But don’t fret, we’ve compiled a list of essential tips and tricks to get you started off right!](/videos/evil-west-7-essential-combat-tips-to-get-you-started) [Transformers: Rise of the Beasts - Official Teaser TrailerCheck out the teaser trailer for Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, arriving in theaters on June 9, 2023.Transformers: Rise of the Beasts introduces the Maximals, Predacons, and Terrorcons to the existing battle on earth between Autobots and Decepticons. Cavill said that he was told by the studio to announce his return back in October but this was before James Gunn and Peter Safran were hired to lead DC. Gunn is writing the script, but will not be directing the movie himself. As a result, Cavill would not be returning to the role. I will, after all, not be returning as Superman."

Actor says it is 'not the easiest news' after having recently been given the go-ahead by Warner Bros to announce his return to the role.

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 wrote and directed The Suicide Squad instead. Cavill has played Superman since the 2013 film Man of Steel and last appeared in the role in a cameo in Black Adam earlier this year. I wish them and all involved with the new universe the best of luck, and the happiest of fortunes.” I was open to considering anything asked of me. The announcement comes amid momentous change at DC Studios and parent company Warner Brothers, which has been slashing scores of projects to cut costs after merging with Discovery, Inc.

Henry Cavil confirmed Wedensday, December 14, that he'd no longer be Superman in the DC Comics extended cinematic universe. Warner Bros.

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.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 — Actor Henry Cavill, who played Superman in previous DC films, will not be returning as the Man of Steel. After a meeting with the new ...

“James and Peter have a universe to build. In the reply section, Gunn confirms that he has been working on the new Superman film for a while and they’re still searching for the right director. “I will, after all, not be returning as Superman.

The 39-year-old British actor first portrayed Superman in the 2013 movie 'Man Of Steel' and last appeared in the role in a cameo in 'Black Adam'.

Cavill has played Superman since the 2013 movie Man Of Steel. His tweet read: “Among those on the slate is Superman. “I will, after all, not be returning as Superman.

KUALA LUMPUR: Amidst a flurry of rumours on whether actor Henry Cavill would be returning to play Superman in upcoming movies, the British artiste has ...

Some of Cavill's other movies include Immortals (2011), The Man from U.N.C.L.E. My turn to wear the cape has passed, but what Superman stands for never will. "The changing of the guard is something that happens. James and Peter have a universe to build. I wish them and all involved with the new universe the best of luck, and the happiest of fortunes. I will, after all, not be returning as Superman."

The actor has played the iconic DC Comics character in multiple films of DC Extended Universe (DCEU) starting with the franchise's first — Man of Steel (2013).

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.” I wish them and all involved with the new universe the best of luck, and the happiest of fortunes,” he continued. The changing of the guard is something that happens. The decision is part of the new plans that DC Studios’ co-head James Gunn has in store for the franchise. I will, after all, not be returning as Superman,” wrote Cavill in his statement on Instagram. The news of Cavill’s departure as Superman comes a week after Warner Bros.

After appearing in Black Adam just two months ago, Henry Cavill has now confirmed he will not be returning as Superman for DC Studios.

I wish them and all involved with the new universe the best of luck, and the happiest of fortunes.” “I will, after all, not be returning as Superman,” Cavill wrote on Instagram. Cavill is also leaving The Witcher in which he has played Geralt of Rivia for three seasons.

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.

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.

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.

After a meeting with the new DC heads, James Gunn and Peter Safran, the British actor via an Instagram post, broke the news to his fans and followers. “I will, ...

“James and Peter have a universe to build. In the reply section, Gunn confirms that he has been working on the new Superman film for a while and they’re still searching for the right director. “I will, after all, not be returning as Superman.

If you're getting your hopes up that Henry Cavill's suddenly-lightened schedule could mean a return to Geralt of Rivia... sorry.

There is no indication that the streamer’s plans for Hemsworth to lead The Witcher season four have been changed by the news of Cavill’s Superman split. There might be a possibility he returns somewhere down the line—stranger things have happened, like announcing your return to, and exit from, an iconic role within a month-and-a-half—but for now, Cavill’s well and truly hanging up his swords. Gunn’s announcement noted that he is currently writing the script for a Superman reboot that will focus on a younger version of Kal-El. The Witcher’s third season wrapped in late September, and no doubt work on navigating the franchise’s post-Cavill future is already underway. A planned fourth season will see Liam Hemsworth take on the mantle instead. So is there a possibility that Netflix could perform a similar about-turn?

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.

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.

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 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.

"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.

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.

The game is played with painted miniatures on tabletop boards with dice, but skews closer to Starcraft or Command and Conquer than Dungeons and Dragons. Players ...