The first look photo of Masters of the Universe features Nicholas Galitzine in the role of He-Man.

      Amazon MGM Studios

      Masters of the Universe is officially in production.

      Amazon MGM Studios revealed the first look at Nicholas Galitzine as Adam Grayskull/He-Man. Although Galitzine's face is obscured, his hands are clearly visible gripping the handle of the Sword of Power.

      Galitzine shared the photo on his Instagram, mentioning that transforming into He-Man necessitated “several months of rigorous training.”

      “Our director Travis Knight has put together an incredible ensemble cast and crafted a breathtaking world of Eternia and its surroundings,” Galitzine stated in the caption. “I’m eager for you to see it. More details will come, but for now, enjoy this glimpse of the Sword of Power. By the power of Grayskull!”

      In addition to Galitzine, Masters of the Universe features Camila Mendes as Teela, Alison Brie as Evil-Lyn, Jared Leto as Skeletor, Idris Elba as Duncan/Man-at-Arms, Morena Baccarin as the Sorceress, Sam C. Wilson as Trap Jaw, Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson as Fisto, Kojo Attah as Tri-Klops, Jon Xue Zhang as Ram-Man, Hafthor Bjornsson as Goat Man, Charlotte Riley as Queen Marlena, James Purefoy as King Randor, Sasheer Zamata as Suzie, and Christian Vunipola as Hussein.

      Eternia is in capable hands.

      Here’s your first look at Nicholas Galitzine as He-Man with the Sword of Power in the anticipated film #MastersOfTheUniverse. pic.twitter.com/oEvuMY0So4

      — Amazon MGM Studios (@AmazonMGMStudio) February 24, 2025

      Travis Knight will direct the live-action Masters of the Universe from a script by Chris Butler. Based on Mattel’s media franchise, Masters of the Universe will tell the story of Adam Grayskull, who crash-lands on Earth and loses the Power Sword. Years later, Prince Adam must reclaim his sword and transform into He-Man to rescue his home planet Eternia from Skeletor.

      Masters of the Universe is set to premiere in theaters on June 5, 2026.

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