Amazon MGM Studios is set to revive the legendary Masters of the Universe franchise with a highly anticipated live-action He-Man reboot, scheduled to hit theaters on June 5, 2026. The studio unveiled exclusive first-look footage during CinemaCon 2025, giving fans a nostalgic taste of the beloved 1980s universe—complete with faithful recreations of the original cartoon costumes.
Directed by Travis Knight (Kubo and the Two Strings), the new Masters of the Universe movie stars Nicholas Galitzine as Prince Adam and his heroic alter ego, He-Man. The footage showcased the Sword of Power, massive practical sets, and accurate live-action portrayals of Teela, Man-At-Arms, and the iconic villain Skeletor.
Classic Meets Modern: What to Expect from the He-Man Reboot
This Masters of the Universe adaptation draws heavily from the franchise’s rich legacy, first introduced by Mattel in 1982. Known for blending fantasy and science fiction, the series follows Prince Adam as he defends the magical realm of Eternia against Skeletor’s dark forces.
At CinemaCon, director Travis Knight expressed his lifelong passion for the franchise, reminiscing about his favorite childhood He-Man action figures. That enthusiasm translates into a visually rich world featuring character-accurate costumes and practical effects that honor the original Masters of the Universe animated series.
Star-Studded Cast and Creative Team Behind Masters of the Universe (2026)
The cast of the upcoming Amazon MGM Studios He-Man reboot includes:
- Nicholas Galitzine as He-Man / Prince Adam
- Camila Mendes as Teela
- Idris Elba as Man-At-Arms
- Morena Baccarin as the Sorceress of Grayskull
- Alison Brie as Evil-Lyn
- Jared Leto as Skeletor
The film is written by Chris Butler (ParaNorman), with Knight bringing his distinct visual style to the project. In an interview, Galitzine noted that their version of Masters of the Universe will be “quite different” in tone compared to the original 1980s cartoon, aiming for a more grounded yet still fantastical storytelling approach.
A New Chapter for a Classic Franchise
With its mix of nostalgia-driven visuals, modern storytelling, and A-list cast, Masters of the Universe (2026) aims to reignite the passion of longtime fans while introducing Eternia’s mythos to a new generation. As anticipation builds ahead of its summer 2026 release, all signs point to this reboot being a major pop culture event.
