As the film turns 40, Hasitha Fernando looks at the story behind Highlander… Highlander is one of those movies that had an indelible impact on any kid growing up in the 80s. I mean who wouldn’t enjoy sword wielding immortal heroes battling it out with larger-than-life baddies to the sound of Queen right? Sounds all […]
Highlander: The Original Screenplay graphic novel announced by Titan Comics
Titan Comics has announced the upcoming release of Highlander: The Original Screenplay, an all-new graphic novel adaptation of writer Gregory Widen’s original script for the cult classic 1986 action fantasy Highlander. “I have been a fan of Highlander since what feels like the dawn of time, so it’s a genuine thrill to bring this story […]
Henry Cavill shares first look at Highlander reboot
Henry Cavill has taken to social media to share a first-look image and behind the scenes photo from Highlander, director Chad Stahelski’s (John Wick) reboot of the 1986 cult classic action fantasy, which sees the former Justice League and The Witcher star following in the footsteps of Christopher Lambert as the immortal warrior Connor MacLeod. […]
The Essential Action Movies of 1986
We journey back 40 years (yes… really) with the essential action movies of 1986… In an era when a half-decent action film is becoming rarer than the dodo, and practical stunts and effects even more so, I often find myself venturing back to action films of yesteryear. Some of the very best of years gone […]
Jeremy Irons joins Highlander reboot in villainous role
Though production on the Highlander reboot is delayed due to Henry Cavill’s injury during training, the film is on board to get cameras rolling in early 2026 and has announced a new addition to its cast. Per The Hollywood Reporter, legendary actor Jeremy Irons will star in the film as a villain against Cavill’s Connor MacLoed. […]
Karen Gillan joins Highlander as Connor MacLeod’s love interest
The upcoming Highlander reboot is welcoming Guardians of the Galaxy star Karen Gillan to its cast alongside Henry Cavill. Highlander will be a remake of the classic 1986 film with Cavill starring as the immortal warrior Connor MacLeod and John Wick helmer Chad Stahelski directing. Highlander follows a group of immortal beings sworn to battle ahead of the Gathering, where only one […]
Dave Bautista to play The Kurgan in Highlander remake
It looks like Henry Cavill’s Connor MacLeod and Russell Crowe’s Juan Sánchez-Villalobos Ramírez have found their nemesis for the upcoming Highlander remake, with Deadline reporting that Dave Bautista will follow in the footsteps of Clancy Brown as the barbaric immortal The Kurgan. Highlander is being directed by John Wick helmer Chad Stahelski and is based […]
Marisa Abela joins Henry Cavill and Russell Crowe in Highlander remake
With filming on John Wick director Chad Stahelski’s long-gestating Highlander remake drawing closer, Deadline is reporting that actress Marisa Abela (Back to Black, Black Bag) has become the latest addition to the cast. Abela – who is fresh off a BAFTA TV Award for her role in the third season of Industry – joins a […]
Russell Crowe to play Ramirez in Highlander remake
After several years of being in development with Henry Cavill tapped as the lead star, Chad Stahelski’s upcoming Highlander remake has now added a new cast member with Russell Crowe (Gladiator) joining the film. Crowe will star as Ramirez, an immortal warrior who trains newfound immortal Connor MacLeod to fight in an ancient war that is secretly […]
Chad Stahelski’s Highlander remake with Henry Cavill to shoot in September
As director Chad Stahelski prepares the John Wick spin-off Ballerina for its worldwide release this week, he will soon move onto his next big project which will be a remake of Highlander starring Man of Steel and The Witcher’s Henry Cavill. Speaking with Deadline on the red carpet for Ballerina, Stahelski was asked where in the […]
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