Viewers are eager to find out about the cast, plot, and release date of the upcoming Highlander movie. It’s a reboot of the 1980s cult classic of the same name, being developed under Amazon MGM Studios’ United Artists banner. Recently, some popular actors have joined the roster, and the production reportedly begins in late September or October 2025.

Here’s all you need to know about the project and its release.

Who will star in the Highlander reboot cast?

MCU actor Dave Bautista will play Kurgan in the upcoming reboot. Joining him is Henry Cavill, who will take on the lead role of Christopher Lambert’s character, Connor MacLeod. Additionally, another MCU actor, Russell Crowe, has joined the roster as well. Details on his role are not yet out, but he will play a “key” part in the movie.

Who will direct the Highlander reboot with Henry Cavill?

Chad Stahelski, popularly known for helming John Wick films, is the director of the Cavill-led movie. He is also set to produce under the banner of his production company, 87Eleven Entertainment, along with UA’s Scott Stuber and Nick Nesbitt, among others. Michael Finch is writing the screenplay.

When is the Highlander reboot’s release date window?

2027-2028 remains an estimated date for the Highlander reboot.

In conversation with Collider in May 2025, Stahelski revealed, “If everything works out in the next 24 hours, we’ll be shooting sometime in September. And in 2027 or 2028, you’ll be watching Highlander.”

What we know of Chad Stahelski’s Highlander reboot plot

Plot of the Highlander reboot remains undisclosed at the time of writing. The original 1986 Highlander movie’s synopsis is described as, “He fought his first battle on the Scottish Highlands in 1536. He will fight his greatest battle on the streets of New York City in 1986. His name is Connor MacLeod. He is immortal.”