> At a Glance
> – Henry Cavill celebrates his 42nd birthday on May 5, 2025.
> – He portrayed Clark Kent/Superman across the DC Extended Universe from 2013 to 2023.
> – Cavill and partner Natalie Viscuso welcomed their first child, a daughter, in July 2025.
> – Why it matters: The Jersey-born star’s career spans almost every major franchise-and he’s still adding chapters.
Henry Cavill’s résumé reads like a fan-casting wish list come true: Tudor courtier, monster-hunting witcher, and the Man of Steel himself. As the actor marks his 42nd birthday, here’s the definitive sprint through the roles, injuries, and milestones that define him.
The Superman Decade
Cavill first donned the cape in 2013’s Man of Steel and closed the chapter with an uncredited cameo in 2023’s The Flash-a full 10-year run that anchored Warner Bros.’ superhero slate.
| Film Year | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Man of Steel | Lead |
| 2016 | Batman v Superman | Lead |
| 2017 | Justice League | Lead |
| 2023 | The Flash | Cameo |
Breakthrough & Near-Misses
Before Krypton called, Cavill caught eyes as Charles Brandon on Showtime’s The Tudors (2007-2010). He nearly slipped on 007’s tux for Casino Royale but was deemed “too young”; the mantle went to Daniel Craig. Twilight author Stephenie Meyer once labeled him her “perfect Edward,” yet the part ultimately belonged to Robert Pattinson.
- Breakthrough role: Charles Brandon, The Tudors
- Bond audition: Circa 2005, lost to Craig
- Twilight near-cast: Meyer’s top pick for Edward Cullen
Recent Milestones
Cavill exited The Witcher after season 3; Liam Hemsworth takes up the swords for the final two seasons. Off-screen, he and producer Natalie Viscuso announced their daughter’s arrival in July 2025. Production on the Highlander reboot paused when Cavill sustained a leg injury, though he’s now back in training-cast and all.
Key Takeaways
- Superman tenure lasted exactly 10 years across five on-screen appearances.
- Cavill’s breakout came via four seasons of The Tudors.
- He joins first-time fatherhood at 42 alongside partner Natalie Viscuso.
- Despite a leg injury on the Highlander set, workouts have resumed.
From period courts to continent-hopping spies-and now diaper duty-Henry Cavill keeps proving that capes, wigs, or cigars aside, he’s game for every challenge Hollywood throws at him.
