Henry Cavill Speaks Out After Suffering Leg Injury While Training for Highlander
Henry Cavill's leg injury during training has postponed Highlander filming until early 2026, with the actor sharing a recovery poem and photos to update fans.
- Henry Cavill, starring in the upcoming Highlander remake directed by Chad Stahelski, sustained a leg injury during pre-production training in September 2025.
- The film is a remake of the 1986 cult classic starring Christopher Lambert and Sean Connery, with production delayed due to Cavill's injury and reports indicating a likely year-long pause.
- Cavill shared photos of his bandaged foot and a selfie with his dog on Instagram, accompanying them with William Ernest Henley's poem Invictus to update his 28.3 million followers.
- Director Stahelski praised Highlander's rich mythology and stated that if successful, the project could expand into an epic TV show with many compelling characters.
- The injury postpones filming beyond initial plans, leaving the exact production restart date unclear, while the cast includes Russell Crowe, Karen Gillan, Dave Bautista, and others.
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