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 starring as the valiant hero. The movie, directed by Travis Knight, continues the tale of He-Man’s quest to protect his planet, Eternia, from the malevolent Skeletor, played by Jared Leto.
Key Cast and Characters
“Masters of the Universe” boasts a remarkable cast, each bringing a unique character to the screen:
- Nicholas Galitzine: He-Man
- Jared Leto: Skeletor
- Camila Mendes: Teela
- Alison Brie: Evil-Lyn
- Morena Baccarin: The Sorceress
- Idris Elba: Duncan/Man-At-Arms
- James Purefoy: King Randor
- Charlotte Riley: Queen Marlena
- Sam C. Wilson: Trap Jaw
- Sasheer Zamata: Suzie
- Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson: Supporting Role
- Hafthor Bjornsson: Supporting Role
- Kojo Attah: Supporting Role
- John Xue Zhang: Supporting Role
- Christian Vunipola: Supporting Role
Production Details
The film is a collaborative project 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. Chris Butler penned the screenplay.
Development and Filming Timeline
After years of development, the film finally found its home at Amazon MGM in 2023. The announcement of Travis Knight as director and Chris Butler as screenwriter was made in February 2024. Principal photography began in January 2025 in London.
Theatrical Release
“Masters of the Universe” is set to make its theatrical debut worldwide on June 5. Fans can look forward to an exciting cinematic experience as He-Man and his allies take on Skeletor and his forces.
For a sneak peek, check out the trailer for “Masters of the Universe” released by Amazon MGM.
