Henry Cavill Upcoming Movies: Every Confirmed Project Starring the Ex-Superman Actor

Published 07/13/2025, 9:19 AM EDT

There is something about a Henry Cavill project that gets the industry talking long before the cameras roll. Maybe it is the promise of brooding intensity, maybe it is his effortless charisma, or maybe it is the way his choices always seem top-notch. With speculations swirling and anticipation steadily building, his upcoming ventures are already making waves, simply because when the ex-Superman moves, the world watches.

From sci-fi sagas and fantasy reboots to charming comedies and stealthy sequels, Henry Cavill’s upcoming screen chapters are packed with surprises across genres.

In the Grey — Action Thriller / Espionage

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Helmed by Guy Ritchie and set to release sometime this year, In The Grey stars Henry Cavill alongside Jake Gyllenhaal and Eiza González. The anticipated project is reportedly in the post-production stage. However, the star-studded lineup and the premise—heavy on action and psychological drama—have fans pumped to their maximum capacity.

Enola Holmes 3 — Mystery / Adventure

Henry Cavill is confirmed to return as Sherlock Holmes in Enola Holmes 3 alongside fellow British star Millie Bobby Brown. Filming for the Netflix staple began this April in England and Malta.

Its release date, like the title above, is not set yet.

Highlander — Fantasy / Action

Highlander, starring Henry Cavill, is the much-talked-about reboot of the 1986 film of the same name, which follows Connor MacLeod, an immortal groomed by a swordsman named Ramirez, preparing him to fight at the Gathering for the Prize. The flick reunites Cavill with one of his Man of Steel colleagues, whom he had once famously fanboyed over.

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Warhammer — Sci-Fi / Fantasy / Action

Henry Cavill’s love for Warhammer 40K is not a lesser-known fact. It is, in fact, the opposite, with the actor having expressed his admiration for the gaming IP every chance he got. Interestingly, the actor is involved with the cinematic adaptation of the same, which is being led by Amazon Studios. However, fans should not hope to see it come to life anytime soon, given that it is still in various stages of development. 

Regardless, Henry Cavill recently told Esquire that working on the project “is a dream come true.”

Squadron 42 — Sci-Fi / Military Adventure

Henry Cavill plays Ryan Enright in Squadron 42, which again brings a gaming property to life. This particular project of The Witcher star is set for a 2026 launch, as confirmed by Cloud Imperium Games.

The effort’s supporting cast includes Gary Oldman, Mark Hamill, Gillian Anderson, and more.

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The Rosie Project — Romantic Comedy / Drama

Amid his large-scale releases, Henry Cavill found time for something smaller when he attached himself to The Rosie Project. The gig had reportedly been in the works since 2015 before Cavill came on board in 2021, but not even his involvement has yet managed to get the movie on the floor. Fans now wonder what happened to The Rosie Project and whether it will ever see the light of day.

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Voltron — Animated Action / Sci-Fi

Henry Cavill’s live-action Voltron film recently got an exciting filming update. After months of eager anticipation, the project has officially wrapped filming, signaling an encouraging step forward for a movie that has been in development limbo for ages. For those uninitiated, Voltron is an American animated television series chronicling a team of space explorers who pilot the titular robot. Voltron, too, is expected to hit Amazon Prime Video next year. Whether he is wielding a sword, suiting up in space, or stumbling into love, Henry Cavill’s next era is shaping up to be his most dynamic and delightfully unpredictable.

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Which of the above-mentioned Henry Cavill projects are you the most excited about? Let us know in the comments.

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Seema Sinha

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Seema Sinha is a journalist at Netflix Junkie, covering the celebrity culture and global cinema beats. With three years of experience at major Hollywood media verticals, she filters real news from the gossip and buzz. Her core focus is on pop culture narratives surrounding musicians—primarily Taylor Swift—with her reporting striking a fine balance between human insight and editorial clarity.

Edited By: Hriddhi Maitra

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