Nicholas Galitzine wields the Sword of Power as He-Man in the first trailer for ‘Masters of the Universe’

Nicholas Galitzine leads ‘Masters of the Universe’, whose first trailer reveals the new live-action version of He-Man.

• Amazon MGM Studios and Mattel release the first official trailer for the live-action adaptation of ‘Masters of the Universe’
• Nicholas Galitzine stars as He-Man alongside a cast including Jared Leto and Idris Elba
• The film, directed by Travis Knight, is set for a global release in summer 2026

Amazon MGM Studios and Mattel have unveiled the first official trailer for ‘Masters of the Universe’, the new live-action adaptation of the classic franchise. The preview introduces Nicholas Galitzine in the lead role as He-Man and offers an initial look at the narrative direction of this reimagined version.

The story presents a variation on the original material: Prince Adam is sent to Earth as a child, separated from Eternia and the Sword of Power. Years later, he must return to reconnect with his origins and face the forces threatening his world. The cast includes Jared Leto as Skeletor, Idris Elba as Man-at-Arms, Camila Mendes as Teela and Alison Brie as Evil-Lyn. The film is directed by Travis Knight.

The trailer showcases a large-scale production, featuring practical sets and a visual design that aims to translate the original universe into a contemporary cinematic language. After months of anticipation surrounding the casting, the project is positioning itself as one of the standout releases of the summer. ‘Masters of the Universe’ will arrive in cinemas on 5 June 2026.