★ 7.9
Acting
Henry Cavill
Henry Cavill is best known for The Witcher, The Tudors, Midsomer Murders and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Henry Cavill was born on May 5, 1983. Henry Cavill is 43 years old (born May 5, 1983).
- Born
- May 5, 1983 (43 years old)
- Place of birth
- St. Helier, Jersey, Channel Islands
Biography
Henry William Dalgliesh Cavill (born May 5, 1983) is a British actor. He is known for his portrayal of Charles Brandon in Showtime's The Tudors (2007–2010), DC Comics character Superman in the DC Extended Universe, Geralt of Rivia in the Netflix fantasy series The Witcher (2019–present), as well as Sherlock Holmes in the Netflix film Enola Holmes (2020).
Cavill began his career with roles in the feature adaptations of The Count of Monte Cristo (2002) and I Capture the Castle (2003). He later portrayed supporting roles in several television series, including BBC's The Inspector Lynley Mysteries, ITV's Midsomer Murders, and Showtime's The Tudors. He has since appeared in numerous major studio films, such as Tristan & Isolde (2006), Stardust (2007), Blood Creek (2009), Immortals (2011), The Cold Light of Day (2012), Sand Castle (2017) and Night Hunter (2018). Cavill gained international recognition with his role as Superman in the DC Extended Universe superhero films Man of Steel (2013), Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016) and Justice League (2017). He also starred in the action spy films The Man from U.N.C.L.E. (2015) and Mission: Impossible – Fallout (2018).
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Cavill began his career with roles in the feature adaptations of The Count of Monte Cristo (2002) and I Capture the Castle (2003). He later portrayed supporting roles in several television series, including BBC's The Inspector Lynley Mysteries, ITV's Midsomer Murders, and Showtime's The Tudors. He has since appeared in numerous major studio films, such as Tristan & Isolde (2006), Stardust (2007), Blood Creek (2009), Immortals (2011), The Cold Light of Day (2012), Sand Castle (2017) and Night Hunter (2018). Cavill gained international recognition with his role as Superman in the DC Extended Universe superhero films Man of Steel (2013), Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016) and Justice League (2017). He also starred in the action spy films The Man from U.N.C.L.E. (2015) and Mission: Impossible – Fallout (2018).
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Known for
★ 7.9
★ 7.8 The Tudors
★ 7.5 Midsomer Murders
★ 6.1 The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
★ 7.1 Sesame Street
★ 7.3 The Graham Norton Show
★ 8.2 Running Man
★ 5.3 Jimmy Kimmel Live!
★ 5.6 LIVE with Kelly and Mark
★ 7.4 The Inspector Lynley Mysteries
★ 4.3 Entertainment Tonight
★ 7.5 Superpowered: The DC Story
Filmography
- —Warhammer 40,000
- 2023Superpowered: The DC StorySelf (archive footage)
- 2019The WitcherGeralt of Rivia
- 2015The Late Show with Stephen ColbertSelf - Guest
- 2014Variety Studio: Actors on ActorsSelf
- 2013The FrameClark Kent / Superman
- 2010Running Man
- 2007The TudorsCharles Brandon
- 2007The Graham Norton ShowSelf
- 2003Jimmy Kimmel Live!Self - Guest
- 2002The Inspector Lynley MysteriesChas Quilter
- 1997Midsomer MurdersSimon Mayfield
- 1988LIVE with Kelly and MarkSelf - Guest
- 1981Entertainment TonightSelf
- 1969Sesame StreetSelf
Frequently asked questions
What movies and shows has Henry Cavill been in?
Henry Cavill is best known for The Witcher, The Tudors, Midsomer Murders and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.
When was Henry Cavill born?
Henry Cavill was born on May 5, 1983. (St. Helier, Jersey, Channel Islands)
How old is Henry Cavill?
Henry Cavill is 43 years old (born May 5, 1983).
Updated: November 2, 2026 ·