Henry Cavill sustained an injury during training for his role as Connor MacLeod in the upcoming Highlander film, according to reports.The actor, known for his portrayals of Superman and Geralt of Rivia, was preparing for extensive sword fighting sequences when the incident occurred. Details regarding the nature and severity of the injury have not been disclosed.
The setback casts uncertainty over the production schedule of the highly anticipated reboot. Cavill publicly expressed his enthusiasm for the project at CinemaCon in April, emphasizing his lifelong affection for the original 1986 film and promising a new level of swordplay skill.The Highlander franchise, centered on an immortal Scottish swordsman, has a dedicated fanbase and a history spanning film and television, including a 1992 spin-off series.
At CinemaCon, Cavill told The Hollywood Reporter he was a “lover of the original movies, for better or worse” and was undergoing rigorous training.He added,”If you think you’ve seen me do sword work before,you haven’t seen anything yet.”
News of the injury comes as the film is in pre-production. No timeline for recovery or resumption of training has been announced.
