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Masters of the Universe 2026
Adventure comedyComing-of-ageScience fiction action
Masters of the Universe, alternatively titled He-Man and the Masters of the Universe in certain regions, represents a 2026 American science fantasy motion picture helmed by Travis Knight and penned by Chris Butler, Aaron Nee, Adam Nee, and David Callaham. This serves as the second live-action cinematic version of the Mattel franchise after the 1987 release. Nicholas Galitzine portrays Prince Adam (He-Man), who journeys back to his native world, Eternia, to fulfill his role as He-Man and defend his realm against Skeletor's malevolent influence (Jared Leto). Supporting cast members include Camila Mendes, Idris Elba, Alison Brie, James Purefoy, Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson, Charlotte Riley, Kristen Wiig, and Morena Baccarin.
The project was unveiled in 2009 through Sony Pictures Entertainment with Escape Artists overseeing production. After various shifts involving writers, director, and casting, the ownership was moved to Netflix in 2022 before being acquired by Amazon MGM Studios in 2024. Principal filming took place in London, United Kingdom, spanning from January through June 2025.
The film debuted at the TCL Chinese Theatre located in Los Angeles, California, on May 18, 2026, followed by its U.S. release via Amazon MGM Studios on June 5, 2026, and global distribution handled by Sony Pictures Releasing International. Critics largely responded favorably to the movie, although it underachieved financially, earning $114 million across all markets against a production cost ranging between $170 and 200 million dollars.
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Cast
- Nicholas GalitzineAdam Glenn / He-Man
- Artie Wilkinson-Huntyoung Adam
- Camila MendesTeela
- Eire Farrellyoung Teela
- Idris ElbaDuncan / Man-At-Arms
- Jared LetoSkeletor
- Alison BrieEvil-Lyn
- James PurefoyKing Randor
- Charlotte RileyQueen Marlena
- Morena Baccarinthe Sorceress
- Jóhannes Haukur JóhannessonFisto
- Jon Xue ZhangRam-Man
- Sam C. WilsonTrap Jaw
- Sasheer ZamataSuzie
- Christian VunipolaHussein
- Christiaan BettridgeDian
- Delilah O'Riordanyoung Dian
- James WilkinsonMekaneck
- Kojo AttahTri-Klops
- James AppsSpikor
- Stephen AdentanMoss Man
- Arun BassiPigboy
- Kristen Wiig[[Roboto
- Piotr Michaelthe Eternian ship that Teela pilots
- Christopher Ragland[[Orko
- Gary MartinBeast Man
- Tom WiltonCringer / Battle Cat
- Fletcher Glenn voices a young Cringer
- Kellen Goff[[Goat Man
- Ben Pronsky[[Karg
Crew
- Director
- Travis Knight
- Screenplay
- Chris Butler (filmmaker), Aaron and Adam Nee, David Callaham
- Story
- Aaron Nee, Aaron and Adam Nee, Alex Litvak, Michael Finch
- Producer
- Todd Black, Escape Artists, Robbie Brenner, DeVon Franklin
- Cinematography
- Fabian Wagner
- Editing
- Paul Rubell
- Music
- Daniel Pemberton
Details
- Production
- Escape Artists, Mattel Studios, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
- Distributor
- Amazon MGM Studios, Sony Pictures Releasing International (International)
- Budget
- $170–200 million
- Box office
- $114 million
