It’s official: Henry Cavill will star and produce a Warhammer 40k TV show series for Amazon Studios; here is the latest!
Henry Cavill, the British actor known for his roles in “Superman” and “The Witcher,” is set to star in and produce a TV show series for Amazon Studios based on the Warhammer 40k franchise. The announcement was made in December 2023; since then, fans have eagerly awaited project updates.
Warhammer 40k Show Series Summary:
While they haven’t given us many details about the type of Warhammer 40k movie or show Games Workshop and Amazon Studios will make, we know Henry Cavill will produce and star in it!
- Rumors have begun circulating online that Henry Cavill has left the Warhammer 40k show project.
- Henry Cavill will star in and produce a Warhammer 40k TV show series for Amazon Studios.
- The project is still in the early stages of development, and no official casting choices have been made yet.
- Games Workshop is keeping a close eye on the IP and has built-in caveats to the deal on how Amazon portrays its universes.
- Two massive Warhammer projects are officially coming from Games Workshop and Amazon Studios, both championed by Henry Cavill.
- The first show is still in the early stages of development, and no official release date has been announced yet.
Here are the shortcuts to the latest news and rumors on Henry Cavill and the Warhammer 40k TV show series for Amazon Studios that we cover below.
- Rumors Point to Henry Cavill Leaving Warhammer Project
- Henry Cavill & New Amazon Warhammer 40k TV Show Series
- Rumors of Amazon & Henry Cavill Casting Choices
- How Henry Cavill Got Into Warhammer
- Cavill Announces He’s Going To Be a “Warhammer Dad”
Rumors Point to Henry Cavill Leaving Warhammer Project
If you’ve been following the buzz around the upcoming Warhammer 40k Amazon show, you know that having Henry Cavill on board was a dream come true for many of us. But recently, whispers have been swirling that our beloved geek icon might be stepping away from the project.
Nothing is confirmed, and other creators online, like Valrak, have been saying that these are simply rumors. Some comments have even hinted that larger entertainment sites have made up this news to ensure a constant flow of clicks from the tabletop niche.
Either way, Henry Cavill isn’t just another Hollywood star; he’s one of us. He’s a self-proclaimed Warhammer 40k superfan, often sharing his painting and gaming sessions on social media. When Amazon announced he would be involved in the Warhammer 40k show, it felt like the perfect blend of star power and genuine passion.
Cavill was set to bring the grimdark universe to life not just as an actor but also possibly in a creative role, ensuring the series stayed true to the source material.
For now, we’ll have to play the waiting game. Keep an eye on official announcements from Amazon and Henry Cavill himself. The Warhammer 40k universe is vast and full of potential, and the show must go on whether or not Cavill stays on board.
Henry Cavill & New Amazon Warhammer 40k TV Show Series
Here’s the initial announcement from Games Workshop and their Investor Page for Henry Cavill starring and producing a Warhammer 40k TV show series for Amazon Studios
Amazon Studios today announced that it has secured global rights to Warhammer 40,000, based on the immensely popular intellectual property from Games Workshop (GAW) that has given rise to an immersive global hobby – Warhammer. The agreement encompasses rights to the universe across series, film, and more, and will sit alongside GAW’s activities as they continue to make the best miniatures in the world. This is the first deal of its kind for Amazon Studios for IP of this scale, and it allows the company to utilize the title across its entertainment businesses. Henry Cavill (Man of Steel, Mission: Impossible – Fallout) is set to star in and executive produce the Warhammer 40,000 franchise across all Amazon Studios productions.
Games Workshop has entered a contract with Amazon to make a Warhammer Franchise of Film and TV series, with Henry Cavill at the helm (see all his previous Warhammer 40k involvement here)! According to the investor page, they have secured only Warhammer 40k at this point, so it looks like the Horus Heresy movie might have to wait for a little.
Still, this is just pretty amazing news for the Warhammer hobby in general!
From the looks of it, we’re still pretty far off in terms of seeing something according to the investor page:
Whilst the parties have reached an agreement on material commercial terms, the project is wholly dependent on and subject to contracts being agreed and entered into, which the parties are working towards.
The Company makes no change to its forecast for the period ending May 2023.
So, it seems like no money will be changing hands until perhaps sometime in late Summer or Autumn 2023 at the earliest. This isn’t too bad, considering this is something so extraordinary and really should be done “right” with respect to the tremendous source material!
The Announcement From Henry Cavill
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This is just insane news, and we hope they find a great writer to get the project off the ground! Considering they don’t have everything in place, don’t get too crazed, as we’re probably a ways off from seeing the first project. Now, it’s time to start making lists of who will actually play in the new movies and shows!
GW, Amazon Studios, & Henry Cavill Warhammer Show Series Contracts Signed
Announced on December 18th, 2023, Amazon Studios has acquired the rights to Warhammer 40k, and Henry Cavill will star and produce a TV show, series, and movie for them!
There were rumors that pointed to Games Workshop and Henry Cavill no longer making a Warhammer series with Amazon. However, as rumors tend to do, they turned out to be not 100% accurate. You can read more about that here. Now that this project is official and the contracts are signed, it’s time for all parties involved to get to work. Here is the latest from Games Workshop about their agreement with Amazon Studios.
Two massive Warhammer projects, both championed by Henry Cavill, are officially on the way from Games Workshop and Amazon Studios.
Games Workshop’s Agreement to Develop Films & Television
In their investor post, it seems that Games Workshop is keeping an eye on the IP prize. They have built-in caveats to the deal on how Amazon portrays its universes. Which, you may recall, was a significant part of the previous “Amazon deal collapsed” rumor.
As we know, Games Workshop is very protective of its IP. So, hobbyists will have to wait at least a year for the two parties to come to a consensus on the look and feel of the new projects.
Henry Cavill Updates Warhammer Status While Promoting ‘Argylle’
In a recent interview promoting the movie Argylle, Cavill had this to say about working on the Warhammer projects:
It is the greatest privilege of my professional career to have this opportunity.
I can’t say too much, again, it’s early days still. But to have this opportunity to bring it to screen, and be at the tiller so it can be faithful, is key to me.
This is the stuff I’ve been dealing with since I was a kid. This is the stuff I spend my free time daydreaming about, as an adult as well, and I get to bring it into life. There is no greater reason than I joined the industry than doing something like this.
For someone who has worked on so many amazing projects, it’s incredible to hear him so excited about the project. We’ve covered his love of Warhammer pretty extensively, so it’s not new per se, but the greatest privilege of his career is quite the statement! We hope this means everything he makes will stay true to the lore and really bring the universe and IP to life!
Actor Henry Cavill has recently shared a positive update on the progress of his upcoming Warhammer 40,000 adaptation for Amazon. While promoting his latest film, Argylle, Cavill spoke about the project and expressed his excitement for it. “Warhammer is progressing very well,” he said. “Big things are happening, and we are very excited.”
While details about the project are still light, he elaborated: “I have loved Warhammer since I was a boy, making this moment truly special for me. The opportunity to shepherd this cinematic universe from its inception is quite the honour and the responsibility.
I couldn’t be more grateful for all the hard work put in by Vertigo, Amazon, and Games Workshop to make this happen. One step closer to making a nigh-on lifelong dream come true”.
Games Workshop Confirms Female Adeptus Custodes in 40k
With the recent inclusion of two female members of the Adeptus Custodes, we may see more even more diverse representation in future Warhammer releases, as well as these shows.
So far, however, the only comment from Games Workshop or Cavill on that matter has been below, but many online have speculated that this revelation could have something to do with the Amazon show series project for Warhammer 40k.
RUMORS: Amazon, Henry Cavill, & Games Workshop Casting Choices
There are plenty of celebrities who are involved in the Warhammer hobby, but we always love to see more! The latest one seems to have been an internet fan cast as Malacador the Sigilite in Henry Cavill’s new Amazon video TV Series. However, it may just be that his appearance at Warhammer World was just a coincidence to him being an actor.
Gary Oldman Spotted at Warhammer World!
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Gary Oldman is quite a prolific actor who has been in so many great movies, so it’s fun to see how much he and his family love Warhammer. Most recently, he was spotted with his sons at Warhammer World, but they have been collecting and playing for a long time now!
These pictures are from Charlie Oldman (Gary’s son), and it looks like they really enjoyed their time at Warhammer World! Unfortunately, it doesn’t look like they showed off any of their painted miniatures, but according to some other hobbyists, they regularly check out some Warhammer stores in their local area.
More Warhammer Show Casting Rumors
These rumors from October 2nd, 2023 come from Valrak, and again, these are not confirmed, so don’t get too excited or mad about what you’re about to read!
Now, for the first part of the rumors, some people have said GW will take Amazon on as a partner of sorts to distribute their products. This would make sense, as Amazon is the biggest distributor basically everywhere, and GW has had its fair share of distribution issues lately. This could be a good thing for all hobbyists out there, as you could get product much easier. Now, onto the fun part of the rumors!
Amazon Warhammer 40k Show Choices & Casting
Let’s start with the most likely show that has been thrown around a lot: Eisenhorn!
- Karl Urban- He has been in some of the best fantasy/sci-fi movies out there. From LotR, Dredd, Star Trek, The Boys, and so much more; there’s a chance he could even be Eisenhorn himself.
- Idris Elba- Is another amazing actor involved in plenty of sci-fi. However, not many rumors about what he would be in.
- Ana De Armas- This one seems simple; who looks more like Alizabeth Bequin than her? If you look at the cover, she is so close!
- Henry Cavill- It would only make sense that he would be in the show. We know he’s going to be the executive producer, but there are so many good options for him, including The King in Yellow!
Some people have been pretty down on the Amazon series after The Rings of Power. However, with Henry at the helm and with how protective GW is of its IP, things should shape up okay. However, if he does play Highlander, and is in this series, we probably won’t see this for a little while.
We’ll have to see what other projects come out, but Eisenhorn would be the most obvious first step! That book series shows the 40k world in a great way, and there is plenty of action and drama to go on!
Again, though, these are all just rumors, so take them with all the salt you need!
How Did Henry Cavill Get Into Warhammer?
On Jimmy Kimmel Live in April 2024, Henry Cavill tried to explain his pile of gray shame, how he got into Warhammer 40k, and how big his army is!
Ah, the picture that really started the craze. When he first posted it on Instagram, the hobby world went crazy. However, like most non-hobby people, Kimmel is a little confused about how it all works.
Maybe the best part of this interview is when Cavill talks about having too many gray miniatures! It’s also really cool to see Warhammer miniatures put up on the screen on national television.
How Big Is His Warhammer 40k Army?
When asked how games work, he tells him you need an entire army to battle with. However, he doesn’t directly answer how many miniatures he has or has actually painted ready for battle. Instead, he mentions he still has way too many gray miniatures, but who among us doesn’t have a giant pile of minis just waiting to get painted?
It only shows he is a real hobbyist because we all want to paint more, and we all have extra miniatures while making nothing compared to Cavill. If you had that much cash, think of how quickly your pile would grow!
When Did He Start Hobbying & Does He Play?
He says he got into the game a little in the late 1980s and has really just kept going ever since. When pressed about playing games, he goes into more detail about how it all works (especially compared to D&D) but doesn’t say too much about how often he actually plays nowadays.
However, he did say one thing that most hobbyists should hear: It’s not about winning; it’s about taking part!
Henry Cavill Announces Fatherhood
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Henry Cavill, the Hollywood heartthrob known for his roles as Superman and Geralt of Rivia, has once again captured the internet’s attention. This time, it’s with an exciting and heartfelt Father’s Day announcement on Instagram that has sent both his fans and the Warhammer community into a frenzy.
Cavill revealed that he’s soon to join the ranks of Warhammer dads everywhere, and his post couldn’t have been more endearing—or humorous.
Warhammer 40k Goes Mainstream!
Between the WWE and Hollywood, Warhammer seems to quickly become more and more mainstream. Check out more articles on Warhammer going mainstream below!
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- Shayna Baszler Challenges Graham Norton Over Warhammer 40k!
- These Celebrities That Play Warhammer Will Surprise You
- Even The BBC Agrees With Henry Cavill’s Warhammer Love
- Henry Cavill Wants to Make a Warhammer 40k Movie & More
In conclusion, the announcement that Henry Cavill will star in and produce a Warhammer 40k TV show series for Amazon Studios has stirred immense excitement among fans and enthusiasts of the franchise. As we eagerly anticipate further updates on this project, it’s clear that the combination of Cavill’s passion for the Warhammer 40k universe and his star power has set the stage for something truly extraordinary.
Stay tuned for more exciting developments as the journey of bringing Warhammer 40k to the screen unfolds.
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About the Author: Travis Pasch
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About Travis Pasch: Travis has been a Warhammer 40k hobbyist since the 1990s, playing the game since Third Edition. Through extensive traveling, he’s seen a lot of the miniatures hobby from across the world, giving him a unique perspective on the latest gaming topics and trends.
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Currently, he’s working on converting all his 40k Adeptus Mechanicus models and becoming a true tech enjoyer, complete with both sad and happy robot noises!
