It has been a long time since fans last saw a Superman film with Henry Cavill. Well, according to Dwayne Johnson, that might be changing in the very near future. In the following, we'll take a look at how DJ changed his career by deciding to switch up his representation. We'll take a look at how the relates to the current circumstances as according to The Rock, a change at the studio resulted in a big switch and one that finally got Superman back on the map after six years. Finally, we'll also take a look at Dwayne Johnson and Henry Cavill's personal connection and that biggest question of them all, does Henry Cavill's Superman suit still fit?
Dwayne Johnson Changed His Career After He Fired His Team
Dwayne Johnson entered the world of Hollywood with a certain vision. He recalls sitting down alongside agencies and telling them about his future plans. Johnson would say that he wanted to be Will Smith-like, but double that. He recalls agencies looking at him as if he had 'two heads.'
The faith was not there early on and in addition, Hollywood wanted to change Dwayne Johnson and everything that made him great.
“I was told that I had to conform to a standard in Hollywood that would beget me more work, better roles,” he explains. “Which meant I had to stop going to the gym, which meant I couldn’t be as big, which meant you had to distance yourself from wrestling. You essentially had to deconstruct yourself.”
Following lackluster films and direction, DJ decided to change his entire career, letting go of his team and finally following his vision.
"You know what happens when you have a vision, and you want it executed in a certain way, you need people around you who are going to believe in that too. And at that time, there were some things that were happening… and I knew I had to make a change.”
The Rock proved that change can be scary, but it can also be good, as it launched his career into A-list status. The same held true for a certain negotiation pertaining to Superman...
Dwayne Johnson Claims A Change In Leadership Finally Caused Henry Cavill And Superman's Return To DC
According to Dwayne Johnson, getting the green-light for Superman has been years in the making. Johnson wants DC to be special again, though the studio hasn't made things easy on anyone.
The Rock made a bold statement, claiming that a change in power finally got the ball rolling.
"I feel that this serves not only Black Adam but the entire DC Universe. More importantly than that, it takes care of the fans. And that’s what you want your lead foot to be. So, yes, phone calls, meetings…But, man this was years man.
The Rock continues, "Six years to get that done. I’m going to say that again, For six years we kept talking about this and they kept saying no. Now, that leadership isn’t there anymore and we usher in a new era of the DC Universe.”
This is huge news for DC fans, as Superman is finally set for a return. The chances of Henry Cavill being implicated are very high, considering the two are close behind the scenes.
Henry Cavill And Dwayne Johnson Have A Close Connection Behind The Scenes
Yes, Dwayne Johnson and Henry Cavill are close. They can be referred to as, 'brother in iron,' given their mutual love for the gym. The two also share the same trainer when prepping for roles, Dave Rienzi. Henry Cavil has shot videos with his coach in Dwayne Johnson's personal home gym, showing just how close the two are.
For what its worth, Cavill's Superman suit still fits, adding to the anticipation of a possible return to DC.
"It’s been a long time since I’ve put the suit on… Yes, it does, thankfully [still fit]. You look back and you just think, ‘What a wonderful opportunity."
Cavill continues, "Even if I were to stop acting tomorrow and go live on a yacht or a sailing boat and just travel the Med, with Kal... I can still look back and say I’ve worn a cape and leapt about the place and entertained some people."
The door remains wide open, with a Superman return looking more promising than ever.
