Henry Cavill's New Sci-fi Streaming Series Sets Carrie Reboot Creator to Direct

Games Workshop announced that Mike Flanagan, known for directing Stephen King adaptations and Netflix horror series, will direct the upcoming Warhammer 40,000 live-action adaptation for Prime Video starring Henry Cavill. The project was confirmed in a financial report by Games Workshop CEO Kevin Rountree, who stated Flanagan is moving forward with scripting after completing initial outlines. Flanagan’s involvement follows his recent success with the Carrie reboot, which has topped streaming charts. The adaptation will join Cavill, a longtime fan of the Warhammer 40,000 universe, in bringing the grimdark sci-fi setting to screen.

The Warhammer 40,000 adaptation is set in a far future where humanity faces conflict with aliens, cosmic horrors, and other threats, a setting long celebrated for its dark tone. Rountree’s report confirms Cavill remains attached to the series, addressing fan concerns following the Netflix adaptation of The Witcher. While no release timeline was provided, the report emphasized that such adaptations require years to develop successfully, suggesting a long-term production schedule.

Games Workshop’s financial report also hinted at multiple projects under the Amazon partnership, using the plural term "adaptations." Additionally, the company revealed progress on an animated episode for Secret Level Season 2, though it will shift focus to the Age of Sigmar universe rather than Warhammer 40,000. Fans were reassured by the announcement of a full animated Warhammer 40,000 series featuring Space Marines—Deathwatch—written by John Orloff and animated by Blur, set for release through Amazon.

The report underscored the ongoing expansion of Warhammer 40,000 content across formats, including live-action and animation. While no specific release dates were given, the developments signal a broader push to bring more of the franchise to screens. Fans of the tabletop game’s lore, particularly its iconic boltguns and chainswords, can expect further adaptations in the coming years, though the exact scope and timing remain undisclosed.