Nicholas Galitzine Stars as He-Man in First ‘Masters of the Universe’ Trailer
Viewers can finally get a glimpse of Nicholas Galitzine as He-Man in the first trailer for the highly anticipated live-action adaptation of Masters of the Universe. Released by Amazon MGM on Thursday, this adaptation revives the iconic franchise from the 1980s, originally inspired by Mattel’s popular toy line.
Nicholas Galitzine Takes on the Role of He-Man
The film, directed by Travis Knight, who is known for his work on Bumblebee and Kubo and the Two Strings, features Galitzine as the legendary superhero. Masters of the Universe is set to hit theaters on June 5.
Plot Overview
The storyline follows He-Man as he fights to defend his home planet, Eternia, from the villain Skeletor, played by Jared Leto. The trailer opens with He-Man reflecting on “legends and bedtime stories,” introducing viewers to a world where magic and adventure are real.
However, He-Man’s journey begins on Earth, where he leads a mundane life as a cubicle worker. This unremarkable existence changes dramatically when he discovers that someone has found his magical sword. This revelation sets the stage for an intense confrontation with Skeletor on Eternia.
Star-Studded Cast
The film boasts an impressive lineup of actors:
- Nicholas Galitzine as He-Man
- Camila Mendes as Teela
- Idris Elba as Man-At-Arms
- Alison Brie as Evil-Lyn
- Morena Baccarin as the Sorceress
- James Purefoy as King Randor
- Charlotte Riley as Queen Marlena
- Sam C. Wilson as Trap Jaw
- Sasheer Zamata as Suzie
Behind the Scenes
Months prior to the trailer release, Galitzine expressed his excitement for the role on Instagram. He shared a silhouetted image of himself as He-Man, stating, “It has been an honour shouldering the responsibility of playing Adam and He-Man.” He emphasized the dedication he poured into the character and his pride in the film.
The adaptation of Masters of the Universe is not just a nostalgic journey for fans, but also an exciting new chapter for a beloved story, set to premiere this summer.
