Amazon and Games Workshop Finalize 'Warhammer 40,000' Series for Prime Video; Henry Cavill to Star and Executive Produce

Dec 10, 2024, 02:45 PM

Amazon Studios and Games Workshop have finalized a deal, two years after acquiring the rights, to adapt the popular tabletop game Warhammer 40,000 into television and film. The live-action series is officially moving forward at Prime Video, with Henry Cavill set to star and executive produce. Cavill has been working closely with Games Workshop, stating that they have "found a fantastic place to start our Universe" after "sifting through the plethora of incredible characters and poring over old tomes and texts." The creative guidelines are now finalized, and multiple Warhammer projects are reportedly in the pipeline. This development marks a significant step for the Warhammer 40,000 franchise, renowned for its expansive universe and dedicated fanbase.