Summary
Henry Cavill is a British actor known for his roles in films and television series such as “Man of Steel,” “The Witcher,” “Mission: Impossible – Fallout,” and “The Tudors.”
He was born on May 5, 1983, in Jersey, Channel Islands, UK. Cavill began his acting career in the early 2000s with roles in films like “The Count of Monte Cristo” and “I Capture the Castle,” but it was his portrayal of Charles Brandon in the television series “The Tudors” that brought him wider recognition.
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Cavill’s breakthrough role came in 2013 when he played the lead role of Clark Kent/Superman in “Man of Steel,” directed by Zack Snyder. He went on to reprise the role in “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” and “Justice League.”
More recently, Cavill has gained critical acclaim for his portrayal of Geralt of Rivia in the Netflix series “The Witcher,” which is based on the book series of the same name by Andrzej Sapkowski. In addition to his acting career, Cavill is also known for his work as an ambassador for The Royal Marines Charity and for his passion for video games and PC building.
Early life
Henry Cavill was born on May 5, 1983, in Jersey, Channel Islands, UK. He is the fourth of five boys in his family, and his mother, Marianne, worked as a secretary in a bank, while his father, Colin, worked as a stockbroker.
Cavill attended St. Michael’s Preparatory School in Saint Saviour, Jersey, and later went to Stowe School in Buckinghamshire, England. During his school years, he developed an interest in acting and appeared in several school plays.
After finishing school, Cavill pursued acting full-time and landed his first professional acting role in the 2002 film “The Count of Monte Cristo.” He continued to work in television and film, building up his acting resume over the next few years.
Career
Henry Cavill’s acting career started in the early 2000s with small roles in various films and TV shows. He gained wider recognition for his portrayal of Charles Brandon in the Showtime series “The Tudors,” which aired from 2007 to 2010.
Cavill’s breakthrough role came in 2013 when he played the lead role of Clark Kent/Superman in “Man of Steel,” directed by Zack Snyder. The film was a critical and commercial success and helped launch Cavill into Hollywood stardom. He went on to reprise the role in “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” (2016) and “Justice League” (2017).
In addition to his superhero roles, Cavill has also appeared in a number of other films, including “The Man from U.N.C.L.E.” (2015), “Mission: Impossible – Fallout” (2018), and “Enola Holmes” (2020).
More recently, Cavill gained critical acclaim for his portrayal of Geralt of Rivia in the Netflix series “The Witcher,” which premiered in 2019. The show is based on the book series of the same name by Andrzej Sapkowski, and Cavill’s performance was praised for its intensity and authenticity.
Cavill is also known for his work as an ambassador for The Royal Marines Charity, a non-profit organization that supports current and former members of the Royal Marines and their families. Additionally, he is an avid video game player and has expressed a desire to become more involved in the gaming industry in the future.
Personal life
Henry Cavill generally keeps his personal life private, but here is what is publicly known:
Cavill has been in several high-profile relationships. He dated English showjumper Ellen Whitaker from 2009 to 2012, and then dated actress Gina Carano from 2012 to 2014. He also briefly dated actress Kaley Cuoco in 2013.
In 2017, Cavill began dating stuntwoman Lucy Cork, but the couple broke up in 2018. Since then, he has not been publicly linked to anyone.
Cavill is known for his love of fitness and has spoken about his dedication to staying in shape for his various film roles. He also enjoys playing video games and has built his own gaming PC.
Cavill is a proud supporter of the Royal Marines, a branch of the British military, and has been involved in various charity events and initiatives to support the organization. He has also spoken publicly about his struggles with anxiety and the importance of mental health awareness.
All Henry Cavill Movies and TV Shows
All Henry Cavill Movies and TV Shows
Here are some of the notable movies and TV shows that Henry Cavill has appeared in:
Movies:
- Laguna (2001)
- The Count of Monte Cristo (2002)
- I Capture the Castle (2003)
- Hellraiser: Hellworld (2005)
- Tristan & Isolde (2006)
- Stardust (2007)
- Blood Creek (2009)
- Whatever Works (2009)
- The Cold Light of Day (2012)
- Immortals (2011)
- Man of Steel (2013)
- The Man from U.N.C.L.E. (2015)
- Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016)
- Sand Castle (2017)
- Justice League (2017)
- Mission: Impossible – Fallout (2018)
- Nomis (2018)
- Enola Holmes (2020)
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Laguna | Thomas Aprea | ||
| 2002 | The Count of Monte Cristo | Albert Mondego | ||
| 2003 | I Capture the Castle | Stephen Colley | ||
| 2005 | Hellraiser: Hellworld | Mike | ||
| 2006 | Tristan & Isolde | Melot | ||
| Red Riding Hood | The Hunter | |||
| 2007 | Stardust | Humphrey | ||
| 2009 | Whatever Works | Randy Lee James | ||
| Blood Creek | Evan Marshall | |||
| 2011 | Immortals | Theseus | ||
| 2012 | The Cold Light of Day | Will Shaw | ||
| 2013 | Man of Steel | Kal-El / Clark Kent / Superman | ||
| 2015 | The Man from U.N.C.L.E. | Napoleon Solo | ||
| 2016 | Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice | Clark Kent / Superman | ||
| 2017 | Sand Castle | Capt. Syverson | ||
| Justice League | Clark Kent / Superman | |||
| 2018 | Mission: Impossible – Fallout | August Walker / John Lark | ||
| Night Hunter | Lt. Walter Marshall | |||
| 2020 | Enola Holmes | Sherlock Holmes | ||
| 2021 | Zack Snyder’s Justice League | Clark Kent / Superman | ||
| 2022 | Black Adam | Uncredited cameo; post-credits scene | [59] | |
| Enola Holmes 2 | Sherlock Holmes | [101] | ||
| 2023 | Argylle  | TBA | Post-production | [102] |
| TBA | The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare | TBA | Filming | [103] |
TV Shows:
- The Inspector Lynley Mysteries (2002)
- Goodbye, Mr. Chips (2002)
- Midsomer Murders (2003)
- The Tudors (2007-2010)
- Sesame Street (2009)
- Family Guy (2009)
- Robot Chicken (2011)
- The Witcher (2019-2021)
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | The Inspector Lynley Mysteries | Chas Quilter | 1 episode | |
| Goodbye, Mr. Chips | Soldier Colley | Television film | ||
| 2003 | Midsomer Murders | Simon Mayfield | 1 episode, The Green Man | [104][105] |
| 2007–2010 | The Tudors | Charles Brandon | Main role, 38 episodes | |
| 2019–2023 | The Witcher | Geralt of Rivia | Main role, 16 episodes | [106] |