A REBOOT of the film Highlander starring Henry Cavill is to be shot in Scotland with the director already scouting locations.
Filmmaker Chad Stahelski revealed at the weekend he is gathering pace and that he is planning to head to Scotland this week to finalise locations ahead of production starting early next year.
The return of the classic adventure story was confirmed earlier this year when both Stahelski – the man behind the John Wick franchise – and Man of Steel star Cavill were announced to be part of the project.
It is due to release in 2026 and, speaking at the Mediterranean Film Festival on Sunday, Stahelski said he was travelling to Scotland on Monday.
“We start shooting in January in Scotland, that’s why I go right after I leave. I go to Scotland on Monday to do the final. Location scout.”
Released in 1986 and starring Sean Connery (below), the film tells the story of an age-old war between immortal warriors through interwoven past and present-day storylines.
Scenes in the original were shot at various locations in Scotland including Eilean Donan Castle, Glen Coe, Glen Nevis, Loch Shiel, Torridon and Skye.
It’s not yet known which specific locations will be revisited although it’s clear the director wants to match the original’s authenticity.
Stahelski added: “It’s another opportunity to do a property that I love. I love what it’s about, I love working with immortality and love stories through time.
“I think it’s a good way to take a great period piece, and sci-fi, and mix them together.”
In the original film, swords were the chosen weapons of the main warriors and the director confirmed these type of battles will feature in the film.
“Swords, it’s a little trickier, because now I got to trust my actors are swinging this piece of metal at each other, and hopefully not gonna take their eyes our or stab somebody,” he said.
“Every sword movie, somebody gets poked or hit on the head or something like that. It takes a little bit more skill and a little bit more dedication. So that’s always a concern.”
