The highly anticipated live-action reboot of 'Masters of the Universe' is shaping up to be a treat for both longtime fans and newcomers, according to recent comments from lead actor Nicholas Galitzine.
In a new interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Galitzine revealed that while the upcoming film will take a fresh approach to the beloved franchise, it will retain a strong "nostalgia element" that should please devoted followers of the original 1980s animated series.
"Our version is quite different from the original animation," Galitzine explained, while acknowledging the beloved campy nature of the classic cartoon. He emphasized that the new adaptation will draw from various iterations of the property, including recent comics and animated series, while staying true to their specific script vision.
The 2026 film is expected to bring several classic villains to live-action for the first time, including fan-favorite characters Trap-Jaw and Tri-Klops. This marks a departure from the 1987 film starring Dolph Lundgren, which largely avoided using recognizable antagonists from the cartoon series.
Reports suggest the new story will follow Prince Adam, who crash-lands on Earth as a child before eventually returning to his home planet Eternia to battle the forces of evil as He-Man. With Jared Leto cast as the iconic villain Skeletor, the film appears poised to deliver both fresh elements and familiar touches when it arrives in theaters on June 5, 2026.
The actor's comments suggest this new take on 'Masters of the Universe' aims to bridge the gap between honoring the source material and creating something fresh for modern audiences. For fans who have waited decades for a proper live-action revival, this balance of old and new could be exactly what they've been hoping for.