Henry Cavill channels superman to save co-star Alex Pettyfer in real life
March 28, 2024
Henry Cavill channeled his Superman into real life as he prevented Alex Pettyfer from a potentially harrowing situation.
Promoting their upcoming spy action comedy The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare by Guy Ritchie, the cast sat for an interview with Entertainment Tonight.
Recounting the incident and expressing gratitude to the 40-year-old actor, Pettyfer revealed, “He saved me from falling off a boat”, before confessing, “I nearly drowned!”
“So, I can officially say I've been saved by Henry. And I'm very grateful to be on this film with you”, the I Am Number Four actor added.
The 33-year-old actor also reflected on Cavill’s demeanour on set and praised his professionalism and kindness.
He noted, “Henry has a way about him where it's about the quality and about coming together and there is no hierarchy. He brings a humbleness to the set with everyone.”
Pettyfer also addressed the Man of Steel star directly to express his appreciation and said, “[To Cavill] It was an amazing honour, by the way, to be on this film with you because it's a learning curve to see how a number one treats everyone in the cast and crew.”
“I got an email two weeks before I started filming from this man saying, 'I'm excited to collaborate with you.” the British model enthused highlighting the considerate gesture.
For those unaware, the upcoming espionage movie is based on Damien Lewis’ book of the same name. The story focuses on a secret combat team that uses unconventional methods to fight Nazis during World War II.
The movie is slated for release on April 19, 2024, and boasts an ensemble cast of including Cavill, Pettyfer, Alan Ritchson, Eiza Gonzáles, Cary Elwes, and more talented actors.
