Henry Cavill dropped as Superman after publicly confirming return to role

The actor, who has played Clark Kent and his alter ego since 2013's Man of Steel confirmed he was back as the superhero following his surprise appearance in the credits of Black Adam in October. However, on Wednesday, he revealed that James Gunn and Peter Safran, the new heads of DC Studios, have decided to go in a different direction with the character. "I have just had a meeting with James Gunn and Peter Safran and it's sad news, everyone. I will, after all, not be returning as Superman.”