Masters of the Universe: He-Man's Live Action Adventures on Earth Ready to Release June 2026

The live-action film "Masters of the Universe" will air in June 2026. The new story of Prince Adam growing up on Earth, then returning to Eternia as He-Man against Skeletor.

Liputan6.com, Jakarta - He-Man fans around the world are ready for the return of "Masters of the Universe" to the big screen in live-action format.

The highly anticipated film is scheduled for release in the United States and Canada on June 5, 2026, distributed by Amazon MGM Studios.

Meanwhile, Sony Pictures Releasing International will handle global distribution.

This latest adaptation of Mattel's iconic franchise promises an epic adventure that will combine nostalgia for longtime fans with new appeal for modern audiences.

Today, January 22, 2026, the full trailer for the film "Masters of the Universe" is expected to be released, after the first teaser was broadcast yesterday.

New Plot: Prince Adam of Earth

The film "Masters of the Universe" will present a different and fresh origin story. The plot centers on 10-year-old Prince Adam, who is stranded on Earth after his spaceship crashes.

In the incident, he was separated from his magical Sword of Power, his only link to his home planet, Eternia.

Nearly two decades later, after rediscovering his lost sword, Prince Adam returns across space.

He must defend Eternia from the threatening evil forces of Skeletor.

To defeat this mortal enemy, Prince Adam is required to uncover the mystery of his past and transform into He-Man, the strongest man in the universe.

Impressive Star Cast List

Nicholas Galitzine was cast as the main character, Prince Adam and He-Man. He will play the dual role of Prince Adam Glenn and his alter ego, He-Man.

Artie Wilkinson-Hunt will play young Adam, providing depth to the story of the hero's childhood.

Jared Leto takes on the role of Skeletor, He-Man's nemesis, while Camila Mendes will star as Teela, and Eire Farrell as young Teela.

Idris Elba will play Duncan or Man-At-Arms, one of He-Man's closest allies.

Alison Brie appears as Evil-Lyn, Morena Baccarin as The Sorceress of Castle Grayskull, and Kristen Wiig voices Roboto.

Other actors who participated in this film include Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannansson as Malcolm/Fisto, James Purefoy as King Randor, Charlotte Riley as Queen Marlena Glenn, Sasheer Zamata as Suzie, Jon Xue Zhang as Ram-Man, Kojo Attah as Tri-Klops, Sam C. Wilson as Kronis/Trap Jaw, and Christian Vunipola as Hussein.

Creative Team Behind the Scenes

This ambitious "Masters of the Universe" project is the result of a collaboration between Amazon MGM Studios and Mattel Films.

The director's chair was entrusted to Travis Knight, a figure known for his work in "Bumblebee" and "Kubo and the Two Strings".

The film's screenplay was written by Chris Butler, who developed an initial draft from David Callaham, as well as Aaron and Adam Nee.

The "Masters of the Universe" story itself was developed by the Nee brothers, Alex Litvak, and Michael Finch.

A number of top producers are involved in this production, including Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, Robbie Brenner, Steve Tisch, and DeVon Franklin.

Meanwhile, Ynon Kreiz, Bill Bannerman, and David Bloomfield serve as executive producers.