Key Takeaways:
– ‘John Wick' director Chad Stahelski is set to work on a ‘Highlander' reboot with Henry Cavill headlining.
– Elon Musk voiced his anticipation for the reboot on Twitter.
– Filming will start in January in Scotland, according to director Stahelski.
– Fans express their optimism for the reboot, pointing out Cavill's dedication to his roles and Stahelski's involvement.
– Henry Cavill shared his enthusiasm for the project, promising an in-depth exploration of the characters and impressive swordwork.
Movie fans, we have some exciting news for you! Chad Stahelski, the renowned director behind the hit ‘John Wick' series, has confirmed he will be directing a reboot of the ‘Highlander' franchise. The lead role will be played by Henry Cavill. The new film is set to kick off filming in Scotland from January next year.
Heighland's New Hope
The earlier ‘Highlander' series began in 1986, evolving into a franchise that gained cult status over the years. Despite the original film being a commercial failing, it paved the way for four more ‘Highlander' films, two live-action TV series, an animated television and flash animation series, original novels, and comic books.
In this reboot, Cavill will step into the character of the ‘Highlander', previously played by Christopher Lambert. Cavill promises a departure from Lambert's rendition, bringing a new-depth exploration of the immortal swordsman character.
Buzzing with Excitement
News of the reboot induced waves of excitement across social media. Among the excited fans was none other than billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, who tweeted about his anticipation for the upcoming film. His tweet, “This should be good!” echoed the sentiments of many fans, generating a flurry of responses.
One fan expressed trust in Cavill's dedication to his roles. Another tweet showed a normally reboot-skeptical fan looking forward to this particular one. Fans praised Cavill for respecting the original franchises he works on, making every project successful. Also, the involvement of Stahelski was considered a hopeful sign for the upcoming reboot.
Sword and Immortality
During the CinemaCon in April, Cavill shared his fondness for the original ‘Highlander' movies. Promising fans impressive swordwork, Cavill seemed ready to delve deep into the storyline.
Stahelski also shared his enthusiasm in an interview with Collider, excited about combining his signature action style with sword fighting. Loving the concept of working with immortality and the intertwining of period and sci-fi films, Stahelski is definitely ready to breathe new life into the Highlander reboot.
The reboot will be produced under the prestigious banner of Lionsgate Films and has been allotted a hefty budget of $100 million, as reported by Deadline.
In Conclusion
This reboot comes as a thrilling turning point for the ‘Highlander' franchise. With Cavill focused on bringing more depth to the character and Stahelski's passion for action-drama, we can anticipate an exceptional film. Factor in the excitement from fans and well-known personalities such as Elon Musk, and the anticipation becomes palpable. So, stay tuned and get ready to be swept off your feet by this exciting endeavor in the world of ‘Highlander'.
Fans can catch up on the original film available for streaming on Fubo. With the new year right around the corner, the reboot promises a fresh and exciting start to 2025.
