AceShowbiz - Henry Cavill, known for his roles as Superman in Zack Snyder's DCEU and Geralt of Rivia in Netflix's "The Witcher," is adding another tentpole project to his resume. Cavill will headline Amazon MGM's upcoming live-action "Voltron" movie. Daniel Quinn-Toye, who has impressed filmmakers with his stage work, will join him in the cast.

Rawson Marshall Thurber, whose credits include Netflix's "Red Notice" and "Skyscraper," will direct the film from a script he co-wrote with Ellen Shanman.

Despite the excitement, plot details and specifics about Cavill's role are being kept tightly under wraps. The original "Voltron" anime series centered on space explorers whose vehicles form the mega-robot Voltron, captivating a generation in the '80s and spawning several follow-up shows and a successful toy line.

Amazon MGM's acquisition of the "Voltron" movie package came after a heated bidding war, underlining the enduring popularity of the franchise. The original animated series, adapted from the Japanese anime by Toei Animation, premiered in 1984 and remained a top-rated children's show in syndication for two years. The series was rebooted as "Voltron: Legendary Defender" on Netflix in 2016, releasing 78 episodes over 8 seasons, further cementing its legacy.

With a resume packed with high-profile action roles, Cavill continues to stay busy even after leaving "The Witcher." He recently appeared in Matthew Vaughan's "Argylle" and Guy Ritchie's "The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare," and is set to star in Chad Stahelski's "Highlander" reboot and Ritchie's action-adventure film "In the Grey." Additionally, Cavill will executive produce Amazon MGM Studios' "Warhammer 40K" franchise.

Thurber's expertise in directing action-packed films makes him a fitting choice for the "Voltron" movie. Known for his collaboration with Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson in films like "Central Intelligence," Thurber aims to bring the same level of excitement and spectacle to this new adaptation.

Quinn-Toye, a newcomer with television work in "Badults" and stage experience as Tom Holland's understudy in "Romeo & Juliet," showed director Thurber and the studio enough promise to join the talented cast. Though the actors for the remaining pilots are yet to be cast or announced, interest in the project remains high.

The "Voltron" live-action film promises to be a thrilling ride for both longtime fans and new audiences. As we await more details, anticipation builds for this latest addition to the popular franchise.