Almost 40 years later, Eternia is once again being adapted into a feature film.<\/p>\n
The film was released in cinemas in 1987. \u00abMasters of the Universe\u00bb<\/em> \u2014 the first feature film based on Mattel action figures. However, despite its immense popularity among fans, it was far from a success. Starring Dolph Lundgren, Courteney Cox, and Frank Langella, the film is notorious as a box office flop.<\/p>\n He-Man and his friends are perhaps best known for their cartoon versions. The toys were originally adapted into a successful animated series. \u00abHe-Man and the Masters of the Universe\u00bb<\/em> , and despite the film's failure, the characters continue to thrive in animation and comics. The series eventually received a revival on Netflix.<\/p>\n Now Hollywood is giving He-Man, Skeletor, and the rest of their heroes another chance at box office success with a brand-new adaptation. \u00abMasters of the Universe\u00bb<\/em> Set in 2026, the story follows Prince Adam, a young warrior who discovers his true destiny with the Mighty Sword while battling the evil Skeletor. Ultimately, Adam must save his homeland by becoming the all-powerful He-Man.<\/p>\n The film stars new faces such as Nicholas Galitzine from the TV series "\u00ab Bottoms<\/em> \u00bb" and Camila Mendes from \u00abRiverdale\u00bb<\/em> , as well as film veterans Idris Elba, Kristen Wiig and Jared Leto.<\/p>\n Want to know how the new live-action stars differ from their original animated counterparts? Scroll down for the guide. Entertainment Weekly<\/em> in a new way the cast of "Masters of the Universe"\u00ab<\/em> .<\/p>\n 01 of 09<\/p>\n Nicholas Galitzine as He-Man; He-Man in He-Man and the Masters of the Universe. Photo: Amazon MGM Studios; Mattel\/Universal Television<\/p>\n Nicholas Galitzine takes on the role of the heroic Prince Adam, also known as He-Man. The former heir to Eternia, Adam was forced to leave his home planet at a young age and grew up on Earth.<\/p>\n Galitsin is a relatively new face in Hollywood, but he's come a long way. You might recognize the young Brit from his breakout role in the Amazon Prime Video original film. \u00abRed, White, and Royal Blue\u00bb<\/em> , based on the 2019 novel of the same name. He gained further fame for his roles in films "Bottom"\u00ab<\/em> (2023) , "The Idea of You"\u00ab<\/em> (2024) \u0438<\/em> released this year \u00abThe Sheep Detectives\u00bb<\/em> .<\/p>\n Galitsin has proven his skill in comedic acting and seems perfect for the role of the comically masculine He-Man.<\/p>\n In an exclusive interview with EW, discussing his challenging physical transformation for the role, Galitzine admitted that he "learned a lot about myself and how far I'm willing to go and really suffer for this... It's really not for the faint of heart.".<\/p>\n 02 of 09<\/p>\n Camila Mendes as Teela; Teela in He-Man and the Masters of the Universe. Photo: Amazon MGM Studios; Mattel\/Universal Television<\/p>\n Camila Mendes made a splash playing Veronica Lodge for all seven seasons of the twisted melodrama \u00abRiverdale\u00bb<\/em> on the CW channel.<\/p>\n She also starred in films such as \u00abPalm Springs\u00bb<\/em> (2020), \u00ab"Revenge"\u00bb<\/em> (2022), \u00ab"Improved"\u00bb<\/em> (2024) and \u00ab"The Idiot"\u00bb<\/em> (2025), where she also acted as a producer.<\/p>\n \u0412 in the film "Masters of the Universe"\u00ab<\/em> Mendes plays Teela, He-Man's primary love interest and Duncan's adopted daughter. She is also the captain of the Eternian Guard and Adam's lieutenant.<\/p>\n In an exclusive interview with EW, Mendes ,<\/em> Reflecting on her character, she said: "It's hard to talk about Tila without talking about her relationship with her father, because I think a lot of her character is tied to how I think she was let down as a child.".<\/p>\n 03 of 09<\/p>\n Idris Elba as Duncan; Duncan in He-Man and the Masters of the Universe. Photo: Amazon MGM Studios; Mattel\/Universal Television<\/p>\n Idris Elba rose to fame with his first roles in the HBO crime drama \u00abThe Wire\u00bb<\/em> .<\/em> The A-list star has starred in a wide variety of projects, from blockbusters to \u00ab"Pacific Rim"\u00bb<\/em> (2013), \u00abThor: Ragnarok\u00bb<\/em> (2017) - to dramas such as \u00abHouse of Dynamite\u00bb<\/em> (2025), and low-budget action films such as \u00ab"Beast"\u00bb<\/em> (2022).<\/p>\n Elba also won a Golden Globe for his role in the British psychological thriller \u00abLuther.<\/em><\/p>\n He now plays the role of Duncan, also known as the Warrior. He is Teela's adoptive father and King Randor's most trusted general. He is also one of Adam's heroic warriors.<\/p>\n Speaking at a virtual press conference film "Masters of the Universe"\u00ab<\/em> In June, Elba said of Duncan: "My character is basically a father. He loves his child. And he's constantly haunted by a sense of loss. I really immersed myself in that. It was a lot of fun playing that role.".<\/p>\n 04 of 09<\/p>\n Morena Baccarin as Sorceress; Sorceress in He-Man and the Masters of the Universe (Credit: Amazon MGM Studios; Mattel\/Universal Television)<\/p>\n You might recognize Morena Baccarin from her appearances in sci-fi series such as \u00abStargate SG-1\u00bb<\/em> \u0438 \u00abFirefly.<\/em> However, she gained even more fame after playing Vanessa, Wade Wilson's love interest, in all three films. about Deadpool<\/em> .<\/p>\n However, her filmography extends far beyond Marvel. Baccarin boasts an impressive portfolio, having starred in films such as \u00ab"Greenland<\/em> \u00bb (2020) and \u00abWrecking Crew\u00bb<\/em> (2026), and has also appeared on television numerous times.<\/p>\n She joins the He-Man universe as Sorceress, Teela's biological mother. Sorceress is the current guardian of Castle Grayskull and possesses a vast wealth of magical knowledge.<\/p>\n 05 of 09<\/p>\n Jared Leto as Skeletor; Skeletor in He-Man and the Masters of the Universe. Photo: Amazon MGM Studios; Mattel\/Universal Television<\/p>\n Jared Leto stars as He-Man's nemesis, Skeletor. This gaunt villain is a sorcerer who stole the throne of Eternia from King Randor and now rules it with a tyrannical hand. However, it is Skeletor's atrocities that become the catalyst for Adam's transformation into He-Man.<\/p>\n Leto's name is well known in Hollywood, having starred in films such as \u00abTron: Ares\u00bb<\/em> (2025) , "Morbius"\u00ab<\/em> (2022), \u00abSuicide Squad\u00bb<\/em> (2016) and \u00abDallas Buyers Club\u00bb<\/em> (2013) \u2014<\/em> For the latter, he won an Oscar. Since 2002, he has also been the frontman of the rock band Thirty Seconds to Mars.<\/p>\n 06 of 09<\/p>\n Alison Brie as Evil-Lynn; Evil-Lynn in He-Man and the Masters of the Universe. Photo: Amazon MGM Studios; Mattel\/Universal Television<\/p>\n Actress from TV series "Mad Men" and "Firefly"\u00ab<\/em> \u0438 \u00ab"Community"\u00bb<\/em> joins \u00abTo the Masters of the Universe\u00bb<\/em> as Skeletor's right-hand woman, Evil Lynn. She is a sorceress who betrayed Eternia to ally with the villains.<\/p>\n If you missed the horror movie "\u00ab Together<\/em> \u00bb" starring Alison Brie last summer, where she starred alongside her husband Dave Franco, you can see her in a variety of films and TV series.<\/p>\n After making a triumphant debut as Annie Edison on the NBC sitcom,\u00ab Community"\u00bb<\/em> Brie has become a recognizable face in pop culture, appearing in both big-budget films and independent films. After starring in \u00abMasters of the Universe\u00bb<\/em> she will appear in the upcoming in the film "The Revisionist"\u00ab<\/em> starring Dustin Hoffman and Andr\u00e9 Holland. The film is scheduled to premiere at this year's Tribeca Film Festival.<\/p>\n Get your daily dose of entertainment news, celebrity updates and viewing recommendations with our<\/em><\/strong> EW Dispatch newsletters<\/em><\/strong> .<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n 07 of 09<\/p>\n J\u00f3hannes Haukur J\u00f3hannesson as Fisto; Fisto in He-Man and the Masters of the Universe. Photo: Amazon MGM Studios; Mattel\/Universal Television<\/p>\n Icelandic actor J\u00f3hannes Haukur J\u00f3hannesson will play Fisto, Duncan's younger brother and Teela's uncle. He is one of Adam's heroic warriors and fights with his signature metal fist.<\/p>\n Even if you're unfamiliar with Johannesson's name, you've probably seen him before. The actor has appeared in TV series such as \u00abGame of Thrones\u00bb<\/em> (played by Lem Lemonclock) and \u00abThe Heirs\u00bb<\/em> (Oscar Gudjohnsen) He also appeared in films such as \u00abThe Sisters Brothers\u00bb<\/em> (2018) and \u00abAtomic Blonde\u00bb<\/em> (2017) .<\/em><\/p>\n 08 of 09<\/p>\n John Xue Zhang as Ram Man; Ram Man in He-Man and the Masters of the Universe. Photo: Amazon MGM Studios; Mattel\/Universal Television<\/p>\n Ram Man is another member of the Heroic Warriors whose name comes from his signature attack: a headbutt.<\/p>\n The role of Ram Man will be played by John Xue Zhang, a British actor, stuntman and martial artist whose credits include films such as \u00abKraven Hunter\u00bb<\/em> (2024), \u00abThe Eternals\u00bb<\/em> (2021), \u00abDoctor Strange\u00bb<\/em> (2016) and \u00abNow You See Me 2\u00bb<\/em> (2016) .<\/em><\/p>\n 09 of 09<\/p>\n Kristen Wiig as Roboto; Roboto in He-Man and the Masters of the Universe. Photo: Amazon MGM Studios; Mattel\/Universal Television<\/p>\n Graduate SNL<\/em> Kristen Wiig voices Roboto, another character from the He-Man universe whose name perfectly suits her persona. Roboto is a heroic warrior whose immense strength and defensive abilities are enhanced by her metallic body.<\/p>\n Wiig is a charming comedic presence, a crowd favorite during her time on SNL<\/em> , she continued to bring big laughs to the big screen in films such as \u00abBridesmaids in Vegas\u00bb<\/em> (2011) and \u00abZoolander 2\u00bb<\/em> (2016), as well as in more dramatic roles such as \u00abThe Skeleton Twins\u00bb<\/em> (2014) and \u00abThe Diary of a Teenage Girl\u00bb<\/em> (2015).<\/p>\n She recently starred in both seasons of the series \u00ab"Palm Royale" on Apple TV.<\/em> Her next film, \u00ab"Cut Off",<\/em> directed by Jonah Hill, has yet to be announced as of May. According to The Hollywood Reporter<\/em> , the film's release date is still unknown .<\/em><\/p>\n Read the original article on Entertainment Weekly.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Almost 40 years later, Eternia is once again being adapted into a live-action film. 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Camila Mendes as Tila <\/h2>\n
Idris Elba as Duncan <\/h2>\n
Morena Baccarin as the sorceress <\/h2>\n
Jared Leto as Skeletor <\/h2>\n
Alison Brie as Evil Lynn <\/h2>\n
Johannes Haukur Johannesson as Fisto <\/h2>\n
John Xue Zhang as Ram Man <\/h2>\n
Kristen Wiig as Roboto <\/h2>\n