Drew McIntyre says he plans to return to WWE after several months away from the ring, but the former champion is currently focused on his acting career. He has not given a date for his next wrestling appearance.

Key Takeaways

  • McIntyre has been away from WWE television since WrestleMania 42.
  • His film projects include Highlander, The Last Druid and Agent of Shadows.

Drew McIntyre says WWE remains his home

McIntyre last appeared on WWE television at WrestleMania 42, where he faced Jacob Fatu in an unsanctioned match. He said he has continued training and is ready to wrestle, even as he prioritizes film work.

“I'll be back eventually. You know, WWE is my home,” he said, adding that he is currently focused on “Hollywood Drew.” He did not specify when he would return to Raw or SmackDown.

Film projects and Russell Crowe mentorship

McIntyre plays Angus in Highlander, a reboot starring Henry Cavill and featuring Russell Crowe and Dave Bautista. The film is expected to arrive in 2027.

McIntyre said he met Crowe on Highlander and learned from watching him and Cavill perform. He described Crowe as a mentor and said the actor later invited him to join The Last Druid, which was filmed in Barcelona. No release date has been confirmed for that film.

McIntyre also stars in Agent of Shadows, an action drama produced through a WWE and ReelShort collaboration that premiered on October 23, 2026. He is set to voice a character in Disney’s animated film Hexed, scheduled for theatrical release on November 25.

Next milestone

Hexed is scheduled for theatrical release on November 25. McIntyre has not announced a date for his WWE return.

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