Henry Cavill’s Most Iconic Roles – A Must-Watch List!

Explore the top roles that made Henry Cavill a star.

Man of Steel (2013)

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The Witcher (2019–2023)

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Mission: Impossible – Fallout (2018)

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Batman v Superman (2016)

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Enola Holmes (2020)

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Justice League (2017)

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Immortals (2011)

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The Tudors (2007–2010)

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Night Hunter (2018)

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Explore the top roles that made Henry Cavill a star.

Henry Cavill’s Best Performances

Man of Steel (2013)

Cavill shines as Superman in this origin story.

The Witcher (2019–2023)

Cavill plays Geralt, a warrior with magical powers.

Mission: Impossible – Fallout (2018)

A CIA agent turns against Ethan Hunt’s team.

Batman v Superman (2016)

Superman battles Batman in a fight for justice.

Enola Holmes (2020)

Cavill plays a charming and sharp Sherlock Holmes.

Justice League (2017)

Superman returns to unite heroes against a threat.

Immortals (2011)

Cavill plays Theseus, a hero fighting ruthless gods.

The Tudors (2007–2010)

Cavill plays a loyal noble in a gripping historical drama.

Night Hunter (2018)

Cavill hunts a serial predator in this gripping film.