Following his appointment as DC Studios co-CEO, James Gunn made it clear that Henry Cavill would not reprise his role as Superman in the new DCU. However, rumors have persisted and now a new reports claims that Gunn has cast Cavill to star in another role- as Frankenstein in “Creature Commandos.” However, Gunn has aggressively refuted those rumors.
James Gunn Debunks Henry Cavill’s Involvement In The DCU
James Gunn has dismissed the speculation that Henry Cavill, who played Superman, was asked to provide the voiceover for Frankenstein in DC Studios’ Creature Commandos show on HBO Max. Taking to Twitter he said:
“Completely false. We have our Frankenstein – our first choice – & it’s not Henry. Was never discussed with him.”
Check out the tweet about Henry Cavill here:
Completely false. We have our Frankenstein – our first choice – & it’s not Henry. Was never discussed with him. #CreatureCommandos https://t.co/2zYJbIFDBq
— James Gunn (@JamesGunn) March 7, 2023
“Creature Commandos” is a seven-part animated show. It showcases a group of supernatural beings, such as Frankenstein, Rick Flag Sr., Weasel, the Bride of Frankenstein, and others. The characters are also going to make their live-action debut as well. No casting has been announced as of yet. But fans think that Frank Grillo is playing Rick Flag Sr. after an Instagram post by the actor.
Will The Star Ever Return To The DC Universe?
Fans want Henry Cavill to return as Superman in the DCU. However, that clearly isn’t a possibility. After all, James Gunn has set his mind on casting another actor as the man of steel in his “Superman: Legacy” film. Also, with the co-director of DC Studios debunking another rumor of the actor joining the DC universe, things are looking bleak for Cavill.
However, Henry Cavill can return to the DCU. If James Gunn approached him with a character that the star deems worthy to play. After all, the famous actor surely won’t accept just any bit role when he had originally played the crown jewel of DC. What character that turns out to be ultimately remains to be seen.
Stay tuned for more news.
