British actor cast as new Superman

By Alexandra Heilbron on January 31, 2011 | 4 Comments


Henry Cavill, 27, has been cast as the man of steel in the new Superman movie, to be directed by Zack Snyder. Snyder released a statement announcing the news: “In the pantheon of superheroes, Superman is the most recognized and revered character of all time, and I am honored to be a part of his return to the big screen. I also join Warner Bros. and the producers in saying how excited we are about the casting of Henry. He is the perfect choice to don the cape and S shield.” Cavil has an impressive list of credits. He’s been playing the regular role of Charles Brandon in the TV series The Tudors for the past three years and on the big screen, he can be seen in starring roles in upcoming films such as Immortals, opposite Mickey Rourke and John Hurt, and The Cold Light of Day, alongside Bruce Willis and Sigourney Weaver. Superman will be released in 2012.



Comments & Discussion

  1. Terrence • January 31, 2011 @ 2:41 PM

    I’ve never seen him in anything but judging on looks, he seems to fit the role.

  2. Myles • January 31, 2011 @ 9:41 PM

    I wish they would bring Brandon Routh back. He had all the mannerisms of Christopher Reeve and did an excellent job. Hope it works out.

  3. Oscar Man HERE • February 1, 2011 @ 5:23 PM

    Ah! Interesting choice… 8)

  4. Oscar Man HERE • February 1, 2011 @ 5:23 PM

    Ah! Interesting choice… 8)


Join The Conversation:


Similar Articles

Argylle takes weekend box office title from Mean Girls

February 4, 2024 | Leave a Comment

The new spy thriller Argylle debuted in first place at the weekend box office, pushing the champion for three weeks, Mean Girls, out of the top five.


What’s new on Netflix Canada July 2023 and what’s leaving

June 29, 2023 | Leave a Comment

There’s so much to watch this July on Netflix! Check out all the new movies, documentaries, and new and returning TV series, as well as what’s leaving.


What’s New on Netflix Canada in June 2023 and what’s leaving

May 30, 2023 | Leave a Comment

Netflix has plenty of new offerings in June 2023, including new seasons of hit shows such as The Witcher, plus the film Extraction 2 starring Chris Hemsworth.


 Change Location