50 Shades of Grey News Casting: Henry Cavill Superman Role Wouldn't Affect Him Playing Christian? [VIDEO]
Aside from The Vampire Diaries' Ian Somerhalder, Man of Steel's Henry Cavill has arguably been brought up more often as of late more than any other potential 50 Shades of Grey suitor for the erotic role of Christian Grey.
Whether it be his blockbuster part as Superman or his short-lived relationship with actress Kaley Cuoco, the 30-year-old British actor has surely been on America's radar, especially the ladies'.
According to HNGN, Cavill dished on the prospect of taking on such a vastly different role, and spoke about his inclination for a great story in the process.
"As an actor, I don't think it should stop me from doing roles which may be great stories. I'm very much a storyteller, I enjoy telling stories and if there is a wonderful story to tell than I don't think having played the role of Superman will necessarily stop me from telling that story," he said.
The actor continued by saying that he's well aware of Superman's popularity and would in no way, shape or form do anything to damage the franchise's reputation.
"The chances are it will very much be a different vehicle than what Superman is, so it won't damage any of that character...because they'll see two very different things on screen," Cavill added.
50 Shades screenwriter Kelly Marcel, who's hard at work on the film's script, has stated in the past that it would be adhering to the content of author E.L. James' books with lots of sex and raunchiness.
The movie is slated to premiere in theaters on Thursday, August 1, 2014. Be sure to keep checking back for more of the latest info on the erotic film. Check out a brand new fan-made trailer portraying Cavill as Christian Grey alongside Game of Thrones' Emilia Clarke
