'From Captain America to Highlander' - Chris Evans rumored to replace Henry Cavill

From Captain America to Highlander: Chris Evans to Replace Henry Cavill?

When one door closes, another opens. That might just be the case for Hollywood heartthrob Chris Evans, who is rumored to replace Henry Cavill in the Highlander reboot, currently lost in a sea of uncertainty. Highlander fans had a taste of this possibility when GFR recently unveiled fan art of Evans in full Highlander regalia, Captain America stars and all. 

Chris Evans: The Unexpected Highlander?

The Highlander project, currently on rocky grounds, has left its fans hanging in the balance, unsure if it'll morph into a full-length movie or a series. Henry Cavill's unexpected departure from the project has paved the way for new speculations about potential successors, and insider sources suggest Chris Evans might just fill those boots, as reported by FandomWire.

Previously, discussions about the unnamed Highlander role saw a Hemsworth brother as a potential replacement, with *Chris Hemsworth* being the key contender. However, the tides seem to be turning, and Chris Evans has now surfaced as the top candidate for the new Highlander character if the movie sees the light of day.

Could Captain America be a Highlander?

Yet, casting Chris Evans as Highlander isn't without its apprehensions. The actor is unequivocally linked with his iconic American character, Captain America. Until now, he hasn't ventured into roles requiring him to adopt accents different from his natural American one. However, Highlander demands not just any accent, but a historically authentic, old-fashioned Scottish accent.

An interesting revelation in Chris Evans' IMDb biography might allay these concerns. It notes that his father, G. Robert Evans III, has a lineage comprising half German and half "Welsh/English/Scottish" origins. So, perhaps Evans has a hint of Highlander DNA that could bring authenticity to the role!

Swordplay: A New Challenge for Chris Evans?

Unlike Cavill, Chris Evans has yet to wield a sword on screen. While he has demonstrated remarkable versatility in his acting skills, his experience with swordplay is rather limited. On the contrary, Cavill's knack for mastering different accents makes him an apt choice for linguistically diverse roles.

Despite this, Evans shares common ground with Cavill when it comes to portraying action heroes. Both have donned the cape of iconic superheroes in major franchises - Evans as Marvel’s Captain America and Cavill as DC’s Superman.

The circulating fan art, portraying Evans with luxuriously long locks in the guise of the Highlander, certainly sets imaginations alight. Though it might seem like an unconventional casting, Evans has the potential to pleasantly surprise fans and deliver an outstanding portrayal of the Highlander.

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