Masters of the Universe wrapped filming in June, and after weeks of set photo leaks, fans of the old-school IP are incredibly anxious to get their first look at official footage.
In the meantime, He-Man enthusiasts will have to settle for cast interviews as they promote other projects.
For example, Alison Brie is gearing up to star alongside her husband, Dave Franco, in an upcoming body horror film titled Together.
During a recent interview about the movie, she also offered a few brief comments about her involvement in Masters of the Universe.
Speaking to MovieWeb about playing a key role in such a beloved franchise, Alison Brie stated, "You know, it's a little daunting, like all intense fan bases. You're sort of like, 'I hope to do the appropriate level of fan service.' But Evil-Lyn is arguably, the best character in all of the He-Man franchise. I was so excited to get to play a true villain. So I had a lot of fun."
In other Masters of the Universe news, a Mattel exec recently recalled a moment during filming that caused him to get goosebumps.
Speaking to Entertainment Weekly, Mattel Senior VP PJ Lewis said seeing the Power Sword for the first time was a moment that stood out.
"The moment that stands out was seeing the Power Sword for the first time, but also being in some of the sets and seeing the visual nature from the set design — we built an incredible world, and it's gonna be really exciting for us to bring to our fans...What we have seen so far is gonna really make the fans jump out of their seats. Travis Knight — his vision from day one has been spot-on."
Lewis went on to add, "I personally grew up with Masters of the Universe, and I'm excited for the fans that remember the cartoon, and remember the things in the moments of our youth. But passing it on to my kids is gonna be a lot of fun."
He-Man is making his long-awaited return to theaters in a brand-new live-action Masters of the Universe film, with Nicholas Galitzine (The Idea of You, Purple Hearts) stepping into the role of Prince Adam/He-Man and Jared Leto (Morbius, Tron: Ares) taking on the menacing mantle of Skeletor.
Helmed by Bumblebee director Travis Knight, the film is being produced by Amazon MGM Studios in collaboration with Mattel Films. The epic battle for Eternia is set to hit the big screen on June 5, 2026.
The rumored storyline for the upcoming Masters of the Universe film is said to reimagine He-Man’s origins with a bold new twist. The tale reportedly begins with a young Prince Adam, just ten years old, crash-landing on Earth after being separated from his home planet, Eternia.
During the chaos of his arrival, he loses the Power Sword, the enchanted weapon that connects him to his true identity and the legacy of his people.
Fast-forward nearly twenty years, and Adam has grown up on Earth, unaware of his cosmic destiny.
When he unexpectedly stumbles upon the long-lost Power Sword, it reignites a forgotten part of his past and transports him back to Eternia. There, he’s thrown headfirst into a war against the dark sorcerer Skeletor, who threatens to conquer the realm.
To save his world, Adam must uncover the truth about who he is and rise to become He-Man, the most powerful man in the universe. This reimagined origin promises a heavy Earth-based setup before launching into the epic fantasy of Eternia, offering both grounded emotion and high-stakes heroism.
The impressive cast includes Camila Mendes as Teela, Alison Brie as Professor Evelyn Powers / Evil-Lyn, Idris Elba as Duncan / Man-At-Arms, and Morena Baccarin as the Sorceress of Castle Grayskull. Rounding out the royal family are James Purefoy as King Randor and Charlotte Riley as Queen Marlena Glenn.