## Actor shows physical preparation for the awaited reboot of *Highlander*
Russell Crowe shared, on his official X account, a photo showing his current physical condition, accompanied by the classic saga phrase: **“There can be only one…”**. The post confirmed the Australian’s participation alongside Henry Cavill in the new film of the franchise.
## Main cast and characters
– **Henry Cavill** – plays the Scottish Connor MacLeod, the immortal swordsman of the story.
– **Russell Crowe** – takes the role of Juan Sánchez‑Villalobos Ramírez, experienced mentor of MacLeod.
– **Dave Bautista** – will be the villain Kurgan, one of the most feared opponents of the immortals.
– **Karen Gillan**, **Djimon Hounsou** and **Jeremy Irons** complete the cast, adding even more weight to the project.
## Production, direction and distribution
Direction is handled by **Chad Stahelski**, known for the successes of the *John Wick* franchise. The super‑production will be distributed by the **United Artists** label, part of Amazon MGM Studios, after the exit of the former rights holder, **Lionsgate**.
## Release date
The reboot is scheduled to reach theaters in **2027**, although the exact premiere date has not yet been disclosed.
**Stay tuned** for upcoming updates to learn more about production details and the release schedule.
