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Henry Cavill Confirms Plans For Warhammer 40K Series, References ‘Cinematic Universe’
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Henry Cavill has confirmed reports of a Warhammer 40,000 series, while making reference to a Warhammer “cinematic universe.” As noted late last week, Amazon was reportedly to be closing a deal for a series based on the miniature wargame with Cavill set to star and executive produce. The actor posted to Instagram on Friday to confirm the reports, including Amazon’s involvement.
Cavill wrote:
For 30 years I have dreamt of seeing a Warhammer universe in live action. Now, after 22 years of experience in this industry, I finally feel that I have the skill set and experience to guide a Warhammer Cinematic Universe into life. Partnering with Natalie Viscuso at Vertigo has been a blessing beyond words, without her we might not have found the perfect home at Amazon. And having a home like Amazon will give us the freedom to be true to the massive scope of Warhammer. To all of you Warhammer fans out there, I promise to respect this IP that we love. I promise to bring you something familiar. And I endeavour to bring you something fantastic that is, as of yet, unseen.
Our first steps are to find our Filmmaker/Creator/Writer. Watch this space, my friends.
For The Emperor!
The former Superman is a longtime fan of the game and has often spoken of his love for it. The game comes from Games Workshop and launched in 1987, becominng the most popular brand in the hobby. As Cavill noted, there is still no showrunner or writer involved; presumably that is the next step.
