While we all sit around waiting for Henry Cavill to start swinging a sword in the Highlander reboot, a fan-made AI trailer just gave the internet a taste of what that might look like — and Dave Bautista says the real thing is finally about to roll cameras. Here is where things actually stand, what is legit, and what is just cool fantasy.
About that 'trailer' you keep seeing
KH Studio dropped an AI concept trailer that has racked up over 280,000 views. It imagines Cavill as the lead immortal with Russell Crowe and Dave Bautista popping up alongside him. It looks slick and sells a vibe — but it is not official footage. Think of it as a proof-of-concept mood piece, not something Lionsgate cut from the actual movie.
The injury delay — and the new start date
A couple of weeks back, word got out that Cavill was injured during prep, which pushed production back with no clear timeline. That sounded like we were in for a long wait.
Now for the good news: in a new chat with Collider, Dave Bautista says filming is scheduled to begin on November 28, 2025. He is very high on what director Chad Stahelski is building, calling it bold and highly stylized — basically his way of saying this is not a paint-by-numbers reboot.
"These films are just so different. Highlander [is] so stylized. Highlander is a game changer. It is like a real game changer."
If that date sticks, you are looking at 2026 at the earliest for release, with a teaser or first look likely before that. The broader expectation being floated is late 2026 or early 2027.
Why this one matters so much for Cavill
Highlander and his Warhammer 40K universe are basically Cavill staking out the next era of his career. After Superman and The Witcher, he needs a new signature. Both projects are personal for him — he has been deep in Warhammer lore for years — and he is not just showing up to act. He is heavily involved behind the scenes, which is why fans expect the details to be nerd-accurate and the choices to feel intentional. If Highlander lands, it does double duty: reinforces him as a movie star and as a creator with taste.
What we actually know right now
- Title: Highlander (reboot)
- Director: Chad Stahelski
- Cast being touted: Henry Cavill, Russell Crowe, Dave Bautista (yes, Drax from the MCU), Karen Gillan, and Drew McIntyre
- Production status: Prep was delayed after a Cavill injury; filming is now slated to start November 28, 2025, per Bautista
- Release timing: Earliest 2026; commonly cited window is late 2026/early 2027
- Trailer status: Only a fan-made AI concept from KH Studio is out there so far (not official)
- Vibe check: Expect a stylized take — Bautista is calling it a 'game changer'
Bottom line: ignore the AI sizzle reel as anything more than a fun what-if, but keep an eye on that late-2025 start date. If Highlander really is the stylish swing everyone involved says it is, Cavill might be about to carve himself a new flagship franchise.