Henry Cavill has already made a name for himself in some of the most iconic franchises, from playing Superman in the DC Universe to bringing Geralt of Rivia to life in The Witcher.
But now, there’s talk that he might be heading to the Star Wars universe and honestly, how exciting would that be?
Here’s what we know so far and what we might expect.
Cavill Reportedly in Talks with Lucasfilm
According to a report from ComicBookMovie, Cavill has been in discussions with Lucasfilm about a potential role in an upcoming Star Wars trilogy.
The project is reportedly spearheaded by Simon Kinberg, best known for his work on the X-Men franchise.
This isn’t the first time Cavill’s interest in Star Wars has surfaced. As SuperHeroHype recalls, Cavill hinted at his enthusiasm back in 2016 with an Instagram post where he expressed interest in playing a Star Wars villain.
With these new rumors, fans are speculating that Cavill might finally get his chance to embrace the dark side—or at least take on a complex role in the galaxy far, far away.
Reports suggest that Kinberg’s trilogy could either extend the Skywalker Saga with Episodes 10, 11, and 12 or chart entirely new territory in the Star Wars universe.
Cavill’s rumored role could involve anything from a Jedi to a Sith or even a morally ambiguous figure, perfectly aligned with the dramatic range he’s shown in his career.
This potential trilogy is just one piece of Lucasfilm’s larger Star Wars roadmap, which also includes projects from James Mangold, Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, and Taika Waititi.
Kinberg’s trilogy is expected to explore fresh themes while weaving into the broader narrative of the franchise.
At this point, the rumors remain unconfirmed. Neither Henry Cavill nor Lucasfilm has provided official statements about his involvement.
Still, the idea of Cavill stepping into the Star Wars universe has fans buzzing with excitement, and for good reason.
Whether he ends up as a Jedi, a Sith, or something entirely new, Cavill’s potential addition to the franchise could be a game-changer.