Nicholas Galitzine has been cast as He-Man in the upcoming live-action Masters of the Universe film from Amazon MGM. This announcement comes on the heels of his success in Prime Video rom-coms, The Idea of You and Red, White & Royal Blue.
While specifics about the plot of the film remain a mystery, it is based on the iconic franchise from Mattel. The movie will be directed by Travis Knight, with a script from Chris Butler. Previous versions of the script were worked on by David Callaham, Aaron Nee, and Adam Nee. The movie is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on June 5, 2026.
The Masters of the Universe franchise revolves around the epic battle between the heroic He-Man (Prince Adam of Eternia) and the villainous Skeletor. The franchise was first introduced in 1982 through a line of action figures and later expanded into an animated series, toys, and video games. He-Man and the Masters of the Universe became a popular TV show when it premiered in 1983.
The film is being produced by Escape Artists’ Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, and Steve Tisch, along with Mattel Films’ Robbie Brenner. The collaboration between Amazon, Mattel, and Escape Artists promises an exciting and epic reintroduction of the beloved character and his universe.
Head of film production and development at Amazon MGM Studios, Julie Rapaport, expressed her excitement about bringing Masters of the Universe to life. She praised Nicholas Galitzine’s talent and the collaboration with Travis Knight as being crucial to creating a film that will captivate audiences worldwide. Robbie Brenner, President of Mattel Films, also shared his enthusiasm for the project and praised the team behind the film.
Nicholas Galitzine, known for his roles in popular rom-coms like The Idea of You and Red, White & Royal Blue, has been making a name for himself in the entertainment industry. His performance opposite Anne Hathaway in The Idea of You earned the film the title of Prime Video’s No. 1 rom-com debut of all time. Galitzine’s versatility as an actor has been showcased in various projects, including historical dramas and queer rom-coms.
The announcement of Nicholas Galitzine’s casting as He-Man in the Masters of the Universe live-action film has generated a buzz among fans of the franchise. With a talented team behind the project and a promising star like Galitzine in the lead role, the film is poised to be a thrilling and memorable cinematic experience for audiences around the world.
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