First Look: Nicholas Galitzine Transforms into He-Man in ‘Masters of the Universe’
Amazon MGM has unveiled a trailer for the highly anticipated live-action film “Masters of the Universe.” This adaptation brings Mattel’s iconic character He-Man to life, with Nicholas Galitzine stepping into the lead role. Directed by Travis Knight, the film follows He-Man as he fights to protect his home planet, Eternia, from the villainous Skeletor, played by Jared Leto.
The Star-Studded Cast
The film features an impressive ensemble cast alongside Galitzine and Leto. Notable actors include:
- Camila Mendes as Teela
- Alison Brie as Evil-Lyn
- Morena Baccarin as The Sorceress
- Idris Elba as Duncan/Man-At-Arms
- James Purefoy as King Randor
- Charlotte Riley as Queen Marlena
- Sam C. Wilson as Trap Jaw
- Sasheer Zamata as Suzie
- Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson
- Hafthor Bjornsson
- Kojo Attah
- John Xue Zhang
- Christian Vunipola
Production Details
“Masters of the Universe” is a collaborative effort produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Mattel Films, and Escape Artists. The production team includes Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, and Steve Tisch, who have been working on this project since 2010. The screenplay is crafted by Chris Butler.
A Long-Awaited Journey
This film has had a tumultuous path, shifting among various studios and casts over the years. In 2023, it finally found a home with Amazon MGM. The announcement of Travis Knight as director and Chris Butler as screenwriter was made in February 2024.
Filming Timeline
Principal photography began in January 2025 in London. Fans eagerly await the release of the film, set for June 5, 2025.
“Masters of the Universe” promises to be a thrilling adventure featuring He-Man’s epic battles against Skeletor. Stay tuned for more updates as the release date approaches.
