Dave Bautista Says Henry Cavill Is Built Different — Reveals Why He’s the Ultimate ‘Highlander’ Hero
The long-awaited Highlander reboot is finally happening, and fans couldn’t be more excited. The film will feature Henry Cavill stepping into the role of the immortal warrior Connor MacLeod, while Dave Bautista takes on the villainous Kurgan. And according to Bautista, Cavill isn’t just ready for the challenge — he’s overprepared.
In a recent interview with MovieWeb, Bautista opened up about how impressed he is with Cavill’s dedication and work ethic. Filming hasn’t started yet, but the actor says Cavill has been training nonstop — so much that it’s almost like watching a professional athlete prepare for a championship.
“Henry is easily one of the hardest-working actors I’ve ever met,” Bautista said. “I’ve seen how he trains, and it’s a grind — a real pro-athlete kind of grind. Coming from wrestling and fight training myself, I know what that takes. Watching him push himself every single day, even before his injury, was incredible. He’s not just hardworking — he’s a real gentleman, too.”
That’s high praise coming from Bautista, a man who knows what it means to put in the work.
A Battle of Legends Is Coming
Fans have been waiting for years to see Highlander return to the big screen. After endless delays and false starts — including an earlier version that once had Ryan Reynolds attached — the reboot is finally moving forward under John Wick director Chad Stahelski.
The new Highlander has an all-star cast:
- Henry Cavill as Connor MacLeod, the immortal warrior
- Russell Crowe as Ramirez, his wise mentor
- Karen Gillan as Heather MacLeod
- Dave Bautista as the fearsome Kurgan
That lineup alone is enough to make action fans lose their minds.
What the Story’s About!
The Highlander reboot will bring the 1980s classic into a modern setting while keeping the heart of the original. The story follows Connor MacLeod, a Scottish warrior who becomes immortal after his first death in battle. Centuries later, he’s still alive — carrying the weight of endless battles, personal loss, and the curse of immortality.
But peace doesn’t last long. The ruthless immortal Kurgan returns, this time backed by a secret organization obsessed with discovering the key to eternal life. That forces Connor back into “The Game” — a deadly battle between immortals where, as fans know, “there can be only one.”
With the help of his mentor Ramírez and a mortal ally, archaeologist Kate Bennett, Connor must face his past and fight for the future of humanity.
Why Fans Can’t Wait!
Everything about this reboot screams potential — from the powerhouse cast to Stahelski’s action-packed directing style. Add Henry Cavill’s commitment to his training and Dave Bautista’s respect for his co-star, and it’s clear Highlander is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated action films in years.
If Cavill’s intensity is any indication, Highlander won’t just be a reboot — it’ll be a full-blown cinematic showdown fans will remember for a long time.
