Wondering about the rumor that Henry Cavill is joining the Star Wars universe? Fans of the former Superman and The Witcher star are eager to know if the talks are true and what role he might take on in the galaxy far, far away. With Lucasfilm actively developing multiple films, including Simon Kinberg’s new trilogy, speculation about Cavill’s involvement is building rapidly.
Let’s explore the details of this potential casting, Cavill’s growing sci-fi portfolio, and how he could fit into Star Wars’ expansive future.
Will Henry Cavill join Star Wars after Wolverine and Superman?
According to a post by scooper MyTimeToShineHello on X (formerly Twitter), “Henry Cavill [is] in talks with Lucasfilm for a Star Wars role.”
The rumor has gained traction as Lucasfilm actively expands the Star Wars universe, with Simon Kinberg, co-creator of Star Wars Rebels, developing a new trilogy. Lucasfilm has not confirmed whether Cavill’s potential role is tied to Kinberg’s trilogy, another major project, or multiple planned productions.
Lucasfilm is developing nearly a dozen films at various stages. These include James Mangold’s origins-of-the-Force film, Dave Filoni’s New Republic-era crossover, and Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy’s Rey-focused movie set 15 years after The Rise of Skywalker. Additional projects by Shawn Levy and Patty Jenkins are also in progress.
Henry Cavill, known for his roles as Superman in the DC Universe and Geralt in The Witcher, recently appeared as a Wolverine variant in Deadpool and Wolverine. His growing sci-fi and fantasy portfolio, including Highlander, makes him a strong contender for a Star Wars role.
Cavill has expressed enthusiasm for joining the Star Wars universe. In 2016, he shared on Instagram, “I secretly want to be a bad guy in Star Wars,” highlighting his interest in the franchise. His recent projects, such as leading the Highlander reboot and joining Warhammer 40k, further showcase his versatility in genre roles.
While unconfirmed, MyTimeToShineHello’s report has fueled speculation about Henry Cavill joining Star Wars. As Lucasfilm expands its cinematic universe, his potential involvement heightens excitement for the franchise’s future.
