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Dave Bautista Hails Highlander Reboot Amid Production Delay

9/17/2025

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Dave Bautista praises the Highlander reboot, likening its action to John Wick.
Henry Cavill stars as Connor MacLeod, with Bautista as the villain, The Kurgan.
The reboot blends supernatural fantasy with intense combat, honoring the 1986 original.
Bautista pursued the Kurgan role for over a decade, inspired by Clancy Brown's performance.
Production is delayed until 2026 due to Cavill's injury, but promises a unique experience.

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Story summary

Dave Bautista praises the Highlander reboot, likening its action to John Wick.
Henry Cavill stars as Connor MacLeod, with Bautista as the villain, The Kurgan.
The reboot blends supernatural fantasy with intense combat, honoring the 1986 original.
Bautista pursued the Kurgan role for over a decade, inspired by Clancy Brown's performance.
Production is delayed until 2026 due to Cavill's injury, but promises a unique experience.