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We are all aware of what happened at the DC Studios last year. For Henry Cavill fans, things have not been too good. The news that Cavill’s Superman (Man of Steel) has no place in James Gunn and Peter Safran’s vision, really devastated and infuriated fans.
Fans have only experienced heartbreak as a result of the actor’s departure fromThe Witcherand his abrupt removal from the DC Universe due to Gunn’s new direction.Despite everything, Cavill is unwavering and ready to dive headfirst into new projects to give his fans something to drool over.
Last year, the British actor, best known for playing the legendary superhero, Superman in DC Comics, was rumored to have joined the cast of Marvel’sLoki season 2.
This suggests that he now seems to have changed his focus to Marvel movies, following in the footsteps of fellow actor, Ryan Reynolds.
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Henry Cavill Wanted Marvel Career Switch After DCU Humiliation?
Henry Cavillmade his Superman debut in Zack Snyder’sMan of Steel.Fans grew fond ofThe Witcheractor’s Superman and even supported him during all his hard times at DCU. The 40-year-old actor revealed last year that he would no longer be playing Superman in the World of DC.
In October 2022, almost exactly two months after Cavill posted on Instagram that he was returning as Superman, saying, “I wanted to make it official,” the actor was then forced to admit that no, he would not be returning. Instead, theMan of Steelis being given a new direction by DC Studios’ new head,James Gunn, who will reportedly cast a younger actor.
Cavill announced on social media that he would not reprise his role inMan of Steelfollowing a meeting with DC Studios co-presidents, James Gunn and Peter Safran.
“After being told by the studio to announce my return back in October, prior to their hire, this news isn’t the easiest, but that’s life. The changing of the guard is something that happens. I respect that.”
Later that year, the actor was allegedly being considered for a role inLoki 2and Season 2 ofHouse of the Dragon.
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Henry Cavill Addressed theLoki Season 2Casting Rumor
Henry Cavill dispelled rumors that he will be joining theLoki season 2’scast. The god of mischief (Loki) played byTom Hiddlestonwas brought back by Marvel Studios for a multiverse solo series in Phase 4. Marvel decided to renew Loki season 2due to the first series’ popularity.
Hiddleston, the movie’s lead character, will reprise his role. There have been rumors regarding the new faces to might appear inLoki season 2because the first season featured a number of significant cameos, including Richard E. Grant’s Classic Loki.
The most persistent rumor regardingLoki season 2is that Henry Cavill will make an appearance. He is best known for his role as Superman in several DC films and has also delivered a mesmerizing performance inThe Witcheron Netflix.
Cavill discussed the possibility of joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe during an interview for theHappy Sad ConfusedPodcast with Josh Horowitz (via Comicbook).The Witcheractor claimed that he will not be a part ofLoki season 2.
“As far as I know, I am not going to be in Loki… It would be a tricky one to handle at this stage… If James Gunn can do it, maybe I can too.”
In relation to James Gunn taking over the DC Universe, Cavill also stated that he is“very excited about that.”
Given that Gunn is now in charge of DC Studios, it is definitely possible that Cavill will soon join Marvel.
The actor’s upcoming film, Argylle,a spy action thriller, is slated for release on June 15, 2025.
Also Read:James Gunn’s New DCU Series Contradicts Zack Snyder’sMan of Steel, Does he Exact Opposite Of What Henry Cavill Established
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