Superhero film of the reliably popular film franchise. The anti-hero film "Venom" based on the comic book character was released on October 5, 2018. Outside of live action, animated superhero films have also achieved critical and financial success. Nearly all animated superhero films are direct-to-video (Marvel Animation films, DC Universe Animated Original Movies, others) though the 1993 film "" was released theatrically and was a critical success (though a box-office failure). In 1968 was released "VIP my Brother Superman" directed by Italian animator Bruno Bozzetto; it is a parody of superheroes and enjoyed great success. In 2004, Pixar released "The Incredibles", about
Henry Cavill in "Casino Royale". The producers and director Martin Campbell were torn between him and Daniel Craig; reportedly Campbell supported Cavill but the producers preferred an older Bond. Craig ultimately landed the role. Despite reports that he was a contender for Batman in "Batman Begins", Cavill confirmed that he never auditioned for, nor was offered, the role. He starred in director Joel Schumacher's horror film, "Blood Creek" (2008), and had a supporting role in Woody Allen's comedy film, "Whatever Works" (2009). Cavill played the lead role of Theseus in Tarsem Singh's mythological film, "Immortals", released 11 November 2011. Cavill starred, alongside