Henry Cavill was the face of DC for nearly a decade. His departure has left a void in the hearts of DC fans around the world. Since then, fans have been demanding his return to the franchise. However, James Gunn was very clear about his intentions for Superman. After months of uncertainty and drama, the Suicide Squad director introduced the world to David Corenswet as the new Man Of Steel. 

Now that Corenswet has taken over the Superman mantle, it is clear that Cavill won’t be returning as the Son of Krypton ever again. However, just because he cannot be a DC superhero does not mean he cannot be a DC villain.

Which DC supervillain could be a good fit for Henry Cavill?

DC has no shortage of powerful and evil characters in its universe. The franchise enjoys a massive ensemble of characters, and only a handful have graced our screens. However, now that DC is headed towards a new era, fans might witness some iconic comic book characters on-screen. One such is Jonah Hex, and casting Henry Cavill in the role would be amazing if fan sentiment is anything to go by. Jonah Hex is a prominent character from the comic books. Even though he is more of an anti-hero than a supervillain, the British actor can be an apt fit for the role. 

The character is infamous for his abrasive personality, bad reputation, and ruthless demeanor. Playing a negative character like Jonah Hex would surely be challenging for Cavill. Moreover, there is an interesting similarity between his character in The Witcher series and Jonah Hex. Interestingly, both Jonah Hex and Geralt of Rivia are hunters. However, instead of hunting for monsters, Hex is a bounty hunter. 

As they hope for Henry Cavill to play Jonah Hex, it can be established that fans of the actor want a DC with the British actor, and they are willing to get it by hook or crook. While the ‘Bring back Cavill!’ fandom is huge, the ‘Bring in the new DC’ fandom is not too shabby either. Especially as James Gunn reveals what he is cooking with Superman: Legacy.

The latest developments in James Gunn directorial Superman: Legacy

Superman: Legacy has become one of the most awaited upcoming projects for DC. Even though fans are still sour about Cavill’s departure, they are also eager to see what James Gunn offers with the new Superman. Alongside David Corenswet, who will debut as Superman, Rachel Brosnahan will join the project as Lois Lane. Owing to their past performances, it is safe to assume that the duo can make a powerful pair on-screen. 

Meanwhile, another exciting update about Superman: Legacy surfaced online a while ago. VFX director Stéphane Ceretti, who will play a vital role in the movie’s production, recently landed in Atlanta. The reports suggest that Atlanta and Norway will serve as the key location for filming Superman: Legacy. Since then, the fans have been in a frenzy to witness Ceretti and Gunn start an epic film-making journey. 

Which character do you think Henry Cavill could play in DC? Comment down below.