05/29/2026
Henry Cavill’s Highlander (2026)
Tagline:
“There can be only one.”
Genre:
Immortal Sword-Fighting Epic • Action Fantasy Reboot
Director:
Chad Stahelski (John Wick series)
Starring:
Henry Cavill as Connor MacLeod / The Highlander
Russell Crowe as a powerful ancient immortal rival
-Dave Bautista as a brutal warrior immortal
Plot Summary:
The legendary immortal saga returns in a massive, high-octane reboot. Henry Cavill steps into the iconic role of the Highlander — a timeless Scottish warrior cursed (or blessed) with immortality. In a world where immortals battle across centuries for ultimate supremacy, ancient rivalries erupt into the modern era with explosive sword fights, brutal beheadings, and breathtaking action sequences. Only one can remain.
The film blends intense hand-to-hand combat and vehicle mayhem (signature Stahelski style) with epic fantasy elements, taking the story from misty Scottish highlands to fiery contemporary city battles.