Henry Cavill’s days as Superman are over.
The 39-year-old actor revealed via Instagram on Wednesday thathe will not be reprising his role as the famed superhero.
He said in his message that he “just had a meeting” with DC Studios' co-chairmen and co-CEOs James Gunn and Peter Safran.
“It’s sad news, everyone,” Cavill wrote. “I will, after all, not be returning as Superman.”
In October, Cavill told fans that he will reprise the role of Superman after he made an uncredited cameo inBlack Adam.
In his Instagram post on Wednesday, he said he has “respect” for Gunn and Safran’s decision not to bring him back, writing, “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.”
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He said that although his “turn to the wear the cape has passed,” he believes “what Superman stands for never will.”
“It’s been a fun ride with you all, onwards and upwards,” he concluded.
On Twitter, Gunn also announced that the Superman franchise will bemoving on without Cavillas he spoke on its future.
“Peter & I have a DC slate ready to go, which we couldn’t be more over-the-moon about,” wrote Gunn, stating that he and Safran will be providing an update early next year.
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Despite Cavill no longer playing Superman, Gunn said this isn’t the end for his and Safran’s working relationship with the actor.
“But we just had a great meeting with Henry and we’re big fans and we talked about a number of exciting possibilities to work together in the future,” he said.
Gunn later confirmed the new project is a movie, and he has been writing it “for a while.” The director has not been decided yet; however, he revealed thathe spoke with Ben Affleck"because he wants to direct & we want him to direct; we just have to find the right project."
Asked ifthe film is an “origin movie,“Gunn replied, “No way.”
source: people.com
