Mattel Films and Amazon MGM Studios are bringing the legendary Masters of the Universe franchise to the big screen, with a live-action feature film set for theatrical release on June 5, 2026.
Directed by Travis Knight, with a screenplay by Chris Butler and an initial draft from David Callaham and Aaron and Adam Nee, the film offers a fresh, exciting take on the beloved franchise. The production team includes Robbie Brenner of Mattel Films and Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, and Steve Tisch from Escape Artists.
The story follows a 10-year-old Prince Adam, who crashes to Earth in a spaceship, leaving his magical Power Sword behind—the only connection to his home on Eternia. Almost two decades later, Adam sets out to recover the sword and is transported back to Eternia to defend it from the evil Skeletor. To defeat his foe, Adam must uncover the secrets of his past and transform into He-Man, the most powerful man in the universe.
The Masters of the Universe franchise began in 1982 with a popular line of action figures and quickly expanded with the animated series He-Man and the Masters of the Universe, which premiered in 1983. The show became one of the first syndicated children’s programs, and the brand has since grown to include toys, video games, and more, all built around the message of personal empowerment and becoming the best version of oneself.
The film stars Nicholas Galitzine as Prince Adam / He-Man, Jared Leto as Skeletor, Idris Elba as Man-At-Arms, Morena Baccarin as The Sorceress, and Alison Brie as Evil-Lyn. Fans of the iconic franchise are eagerly anticipating this new chapter in the Masters of the Universe saga.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, this long-awaited film has a rich history of development, having moved from Sony to Netflix, and now to Amazon MGM. At one point, Noah Centineo was attached to play He-Man during the Netflix stage. But with the 2026 release date confirmed, the excitement continues to build as this classic brand is reimagined for a new generation.
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