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Djimon Hounsou Joins Star-Studded Highlander Reboot Cast

9/6/2025

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Djimon Hounsou joins the Highlander reboot cast, featuring Henry Cavill as Connor MacLeod.
Hounsou will play an African immortal warrior, directed by Chad Stahelski.
Russell Crowe portrays Ramirez, guiding MacLeod in battles against immortals.
The cast includes Dave Bautista as Kurgan, Karen Gillan as MacLeod’s wife, and Marisa Abela as his modern love interest.
Production begins in late September across Scotland, England, and Hong Kong.

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Story summary

Djimon Hounsou joins the Highlander reboot cast, featuring Henry Cavill as Connor MacLeod.
Hounsou will play an African immortal warrior, directed by Chad Stahelski.
Russell Crowe portrays Ramirez, guiding MacLeod in battles against immortals.
The cast includes Dave Bautista as Kurgan, Karen Gillan as MacLeod’s wife, and Marisa Abela as his modern love interest.
Production begins in late September across Scotland, England, and Hong Kong.