{"id":13912,"date":"2025-11-19T02:01:45","date_gmt":"2025-11-19T02:01:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cnews.topnewsource.com\/?p=13912"},"modified":"2025-11-19T02:01:45","modified_gmt":"2025-11-19T02:01:45","slug":"12-seconds-into-sword-training-henry-cavill-collapsed-highlander-set-left-speechless","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cnews.topnewsource.com\/?p=13912","title":{"rendered":"12 Seconds Into Sword Training, Henry Cavill Collapsed \u2014 Highlander Set Left Speechless"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-path-to-node=\"3\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><b>Hollywood, CA<\/b> \u2013 Production on Amazon MGM Studios\u2019 highly anticipated reboot of the cult classic <i>Highlander<\/i> has hit an unexpected snag after leading man Henry Cavill collapsed during rigorous sword training, a mere 12 seconds into the session. The incident has stunned the cast and crew and is expected to cause scheduling delays for the Chad Stahelski-directed film.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"4\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">The collapse, caused by visible pain, was reportedly met with an unusual display of resilience from the actor. Crew members recalled that Cavill \u201cdidn\u2019t scream\u2014he growled through it,\u201d underscoring his intense physical commitment to the role of the immortal warrior.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"5\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">The injury has prompted production delays, likely pushing the film&#8217;s schedule into early next year. Written by Michael Finch, the reboot boasts an impressive cast, including <b>Russell Crowe<\/b>, Marisa Abela, Karen Gillan, Djimon Hounsou, Dave Bautista, and Max Zhang.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"6\">\n<h3><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><b>Russell Crowe Steps In to Steady the Ship<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"7\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Following Cavill&#8217;s collapse, it was Russell Crowe\u2014known for his commanding presence\u2014who reportedly took immediate action to help stabilize the training regimen and boost morale on set.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"8\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">\u201cRussell\u2019s approach really changed the dynamic,\u201d a crew member shared. \u201cIt turned a tense moment into a learning experience for everyone.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"9\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">The film is being produced by a notable team including UA\u2019s Scott Stuber and Nick Nesbitt, alongside Neal H. Moritz, Stahelski\u2019s 87Eleven Entertainment, Josh Davis of Davis Panzer Productions, and Louise Rosner. Amazon MGM secured the full rights to the 1986 original <i>Highlander<\/i>\u2014which starred Christopher Lambert and Sean Connery\u2014and is also exploring a potential new series.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"10\">\n<h3><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><b>Cavill&#8217;s History of Extreme Dedication<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"11\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Cavill, represented by WME and Sloane, Offer, Weber &amp; Dern, is a veteran of intense physical roles and preparation. Over the past year, the actor has worked on multiple high-octane projects, including Disney\/Marvel\u2019s <i>Deadpool and Wolverine<\/i>, Lionsgate\u2019s <i>The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare<\/i>, and Apple Original Films\u2019 <i>Argylle<\/i>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Despite the production setback, insiders remain confident that Cavill\u2019s renowned dedication and the quick response from the production team will ensure the reboot eventually lives up to the legendary status of its predecessor. While fans of the original franchise will have to wait longer, the combination of Cavill\u2019s physical commitment and Stahelski\u2019s action-driven direction promises a revival worthy of the iconic roots: &#8220;There Can Be Only One.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hollywood, CA \u2013 Production on Amazon MGM Studios\u2019 highly anticipated reboot of the cult classic Highlander has hit an unexpected snag after leading man Henry Cavill collapsed during rigorous sword training, a mere 12 seconds into the session. 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