What is Warhammer 40K, and why would Henry Cavill want to star in it?

The Warhammer 40,000 cinematic universe begins right now, and Henry Cavill is leading the charge. But why would the actor who portrayed Superman and Geralt of Rivia in The Witcher want to tackle the grim darkness of the far future? A primer on Space Marines, The Horus Heresy, The Inquisition, and everything that makes 40K popular today.

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