Henry Cavill Confirms He Has Been Dropped As Superman: My Turn To Wear The Cape Has Passed

In October, much to the delight of his fans, Henry Cavill had announced that he would be returning as the cape-wearing, flying superhuman, which we all know as Superman. But now to everyone’s disappointment, the new hire James Gunn is now aiming for a different format of the DC Universe with a younger Superman. That means, Hollywood star Henry Cavill will not be returning as Superman

In fact, the actor has confirmed the same on social media, after James Gunn and Peter Safran revealed that the upcoming slate for DCEU includes a young Superman film, when the character was a cub reporter.

Henry shared a post on Instagram which read, “I have just had a meeting with James Gunn and Peter Safran and it’s sad news, everyone. I will, after all, not be returning as Superman. 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. James and Peter have a universe to build. I wish them and all involved with the new universe the best of luck, and the happiest of fortunes.”

“For those who have been by my side through the years…we can mourn for a bit, but then we must remember…Superman is still around. Everything he stands for still exists, and the examples he sets for us are still there! My turn to wear the cape has passed, but what Superman stands for never will. It’s been a fun ride with you all, onwards and upwards,” he added.

Henry Cavill has been seen as ‘Superman’ in multiple DC movies, including ‘Man of Steel’ and ‘Batman vs Superman’.