In the 80s and 90s, the Highlander series was one of the larger fantasy franchises. The long decline was completed with the unpopular Highlander – The Source of Immortality, which was panned by critics in 2007. Since then, the once proud fantasy series has stood still.
In 2021, hope arose: Witcher actor Henry Cavill was landed as a star. Two and a half more years passed and now this is it Start of shooting according to Deadline, within reach.
$100 million budget and filming starting soon: Highlander is making great progress
It has long been known that John Wick director Chad Stahelski has taken control of the Highlander reboot. Lionsgate, also closely associated with the John Wick series, is responsible for production. No wonder the Highlander project under the premise “John Wick with swords” running.
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Christopher Lambert as Highlander
According to the new report, the studio Lionsgate wants to compete in the upcoming American Film Market buyers for Highlanders. Once this is achieved, then hopefully the targeted budget will also be approved: At least $100 million According to Deadline, Lionsgate wants to spend on production. The shoot should be as long as possible Start in 2024.
15 tough years: A brief chronicle of Highlander development
Since 2008, various names have been working on the implementation of the Highlander reboot/remake:
When might Highlander be in theaters?
If everything goes according to plan from now on and Highlander filming actually starts in 2024, we can’t expect a cinema release of the fantasy action until the end of 2025 at the earliest. But a start in mid-2026 is more likely.
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