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Henry Cavill<\/strong> is set to portray the iconic immortal Connor MacLeod in Amazon MGM\u2019s upcoming Highlander<\/strong> remake, and he will be joined by Karen Gillan. She will portray Cavill\u2019s on-screen love interest, Heather, as per reports. The film also features a star-studded ensemble that includes Russell Crowe and Dave Bautista.<\/p>\n Karen Gillan is set to take a role in Amazon MGM\u2019s highly anticipated Highlander remake, portraying Heather, the mortal wife of Connor MacLeod, played by Henry Cavill. In the original 1986 film, Heather\u2019s relationship with MacLeod highlighted the bittersweet consequences of immortality, as she aged while he remained unchanged.\u00a0(via The Hollywood Reporter<\/a>)<\/p>\n On Instagram<\/a>, Gillan shared her excitement about the upcoming project. Alongside a picture of THR\u2019s article, she wrote, \u201cMy dialect coach can sit this one out\u2026so excited to be an actual Highlander in \u2018Highlander\u2019!!!\u201d Fans quickly took to the comment section to express their support. One user commented, \u201cJust watched the OG two nights ago, now this!!!!! Hell yeah.\u201d Another wrote, \u201cSo happy I can\u2019t wait for this movie you and My fave Henry.\u201d<\/p>\n Gillan is well-known for her action performances as Nebula in Marvel\u2019s Guardians of the Galaxy and Avengers films. Her credits also include the Jumanji series and The Life of Chuck.<\/p>\n Cavill headlines the cast, joined by Russell Crowe as the wise swordsman Ramirez and Dave Bautista as the formidable villain, The Kurgan. Marisa Abela also features in a key role, reportedly connected to MacLeod\u2019s past.<\/p>\n Chad Stahelski, known for his work on the John Wick franchise, directs the remake, and Michael Finch penned the screenplay. Meanwhile, the principal photography is expected to begin toward the end of September under Amazon MGM\u2019s United Artists banner. The production team includes Scott Stuber, Nick Nesbitt, Neal H. Moritz, 87Eleven Entertainment, and others.<\/p>\n Originally reported by Disheeta Maheshwari on Mandatory<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n The post Henry Cavill Will Make This Actress His Wife in New Movie<\/a> appeared first on Reality Tea<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\nHenry Cavill\u2019s wife will be played by Karen Gillan in Highlander<\/h2>\n