Henry Cavill’s “Cavillrine” Cameo in Deadpool & Wolverine Is the Multiverse Surprise Fans Didn’t Know They Needed
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In a universe already bursting with cameos, multiversal chaos, and fourth-wall-breaking madness, Deadpool & Wolverine delivered a jaw-dropping moment that sent shockwaves across the fandom: the unexpected appearance of Henry Cavill as a Wolverine variant—dubbed “The Cavillrine.”
The brief yet unforgettable cameo offered fans a double-layered delight. Not only was it a brilliant nod to long-standing fan art and dream-casting speculation that imagined Cavill in Wolverine’s iconic mutton chops, but it also served as a meta-commentary on superhero casting upheavals. Known worldwide for his portrayal of Superman in the DC Universe, Cavill’s leap into a Marvel role—especially as a rugged, clawed variant of Logan—was nothing short of poetic.
Director Shawn Levy leaned into the humor and fandom lore surrounding Cavill’s superhero résumé. Deadpool, never one to hold back, quipped in the film about Marvel “treating him better than that other studio,” a jab at Cavill’s controversial exit from DC—a moment that earned raucous laughter from theaters and social media alike.
What truly impressed fans and crew alike was Cavill’s commitment to the bit. To bring authenticity to The Cavillrine, Cavill smoked real cigars during filming—nonstop. According to Levy, he endured eight hours of cigar smoke, eventually becoming “sick to his stomach,” yet powered through with characteristic professionalism. “Henry was all in,” Levy said. “Even through the nausea, he wanted to make the moment perfect.”
Adding fuel to the fire, Cavill later posted a behind-the-scenes photo in full Wolverine garb, cheekily captioned, “To be safe, I shaved the moustache off for this one. Just the moustache.” The joke references the now-infamous CGI debacle from Justice League, where Cavill’s moustache was digitally removed, creating meme-worthy results.
The roots of Cavill’s Wolverine cameo trace back years. Fans have long imagined the British actor as a compelling Logan, with fan art showcasing his intense gaze and physicality in the role. Marvel’s own concept artists explored alternate designs for The Cavillrine, experimenting with costumes that paid homage to both Cavill’s Superman legacy and Wolverine’s gritty aesthetic.
Although rumors are already swirling about Cavill’s potential return in future MCU events—some whispering about World War Hulk—nothing has been officially confirmed. For now, The Cavillrine remains a multiverse gem, a symbol of Marvel’s ever-growing sandbox and their knack for surprising even the most die-hard fans.
Adding a final wink to the cosmic irony, fans have pointed out a forgotten pop culture nugget: Hugh Jackman, the definitive Wolverine, once spoofed Superman in a 2001 Saturday Night Live sketch. Cavill’s turn as a Wolverine variant in 2024? A delightful reversal, proving that in the multiverse, everything old is new again.
Whether it’s a one-time meta masterstroke or the beginning of something more, Cavill’s Wolverine moment has cemented itself as one of Deadpool & Wolverine‘s most unforgettable surprises—and fans are howling for more.
