Superman: Henry Cavill got fired!

After announcing his return as Superman last October, Henry Cavill was shocked to learn in a meeting with DC executives that he was no longer part of future plans!

The actor actually seemed surprised and saddened by his dismissal in his Instagram post announcing the news.

“I just had a meeting with James Gunn and Peter Safran and it’s sad news […] everyone. After all, I won’t be coming back as Superman,” the star said.

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Indeed, as we previously told you, major changes are underway with the arrival of DC Studios’ new leadership last October. They’ve already passed the axe in Wonder Woman 3 and the future of Black Adam and Aquaman is questionable.

“My turn to wear the cape has come and gone […] it’s been a fun ride with all of you, onward and upward.”

This is still a blow for Henry Cavill, since he announced in October his exit from the series The Witcher on Netflix, him being replaced by Liam Hemsworth from the fourth season.