Masters of the Universe
News, coverage and analysis tracking Masters of the Universe across the outlets.
Original He-Man star Dolph Lundgren was "disappointed" by new Masters of the Universe movie flopping at the box office: "That was strange that didn’t do better"Original He-Man actor Dolph Lundgren expressed disappointment regarding the box office performance of the new Masters of the Universe movie, finding its underperformance strange despite marketing efforts. The film has grossed $102 million against a $200 million budget, though Amazon appears pleased and a sequel is hinted at. The article also notes the 1987 film's similar box office failure.
Despite flopping at the box office, Masters of the Universe could get a sequel for a surprising reasonDespite a poor box office performance, a sequel to the Masters of the Universe movie is being considered by Amazon, potentially for its Prime Video streaming service. While the film has only grossed $102 million, Amazon executives have expressed satisfaction with the project's potential to build awareness and engagement beyond its theatrical run. The post-credits scene also sets up a potential appearance for She-Ra, further fueling sequel possibilities.
Mattel Turns a Viral Meme into the Game MOTU Skeletor: Until Next Time!Mattel Digital Studios has released a new mobile game titled MOTU Skeletor: Until Next Time!, inspired by a popular Skeletor meme. This endless runner allows players to control Skeletor, collecting coins and using powers while avoiding hazards and He-Man's allies. The game features seasonal content, unlockable characters from the Masters of the Universe franchise, and is available on the Google Play Store.
Film fans list the movies that didn't deserve to flop at the box office, including the new Masters of the Universe…Film fans are discussing movies that underperformed at the box office despite critical acclaim. Titles like Masters of the Universe, Thunderbolts, Transformers One, Furiosa, and Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves are highlighted as examples of films that didn't deserve their commercial failure.
Masters of the Universe sets up a sequel in its post-credits, but fans want a Skeletor spin-off insteadDespite Masters of the Universe setting up a sequel in its post-credits scenes, fans are expressing a strong desire for a Skeletor spin-off, with many suggesting sitcom or character-focused content. Amazon MGM Studios reported satisfaction with the film's opening weekend performance, viewing it as a validation of their distribution strategy.- Despite Masters of the Universe flopping at the box office, Amazon MGM calls opening "exactly the kind of critical…Amazon MGM Studios is satisfied with the opening weekend performance of Masters of the Universe, despite its $54.4 million worldwide gross against a nearly $200 million budget. The studio views the film's performance as a validation of its distribution strategy, focusing on building long-term awareness beyond the theatrical window. The film, based on the He-Man brand, has an 88% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes and stars Nicholas Galitzine, Camila Mendes, Jared Leto, and Idris Elba.
Sutradara Beber Peluang Sekuel Masters of the UniverseDirector Travis Knight has discussed the potential for a sequel to the live-action Masters of the Universe film, which has been well-received by audiences. The inclusion of She-Ra in a post-credits scene suggests plans for expanding the Eternia cinematic universe. Knight stated that a sequel's production depends on audience demand, and actor Nicholas Galitzine highlighted the potential of the He-Man and She-Ra dynamic.
Biar Digiling Kritikus, Scary Movie Langsung Cuan di Box Office DebutDespite receiving low critic scores, Scary Movie 6 has achieved a strong opening weekend at the box office, earning $55 million domestically and topping the North American charts. The film's global earnings reached $105.5 million against a $30 million budget. Masters of the Universe debuted at second place with $54.3 million globally, while Backrooms continued its successful run in third.
Masters of the Universe director reveals how that She-Ra credits cameo happened, and how the fan-favorite character…Director Travis Knight revealed that the live-action She-Ra cameo in Masters of the Universe was a last-minute addition due to complex rights negotiations. Despite the challenges and minimal budget, the character's appearance was met with an enthusiastic audience reaction. Knight indicated She-Ra would play a significant role in any potential sequel.
Mengenal Skeletor Diperankan Jared Leto di Masters of the UniverseJared Leto portrays Skeletor in the upcoming Masters of the Universe film, utilizing a blend of physical performance and visual effects. The article delves into Skeletor's origins, exploring his evolution from a simple demon to a complex villain with a deep-seated ambition for absolute power and his eternal conflict with He-Man.- Masters of the Universe wants to be a Marvel-esque summer blockbuster, but it's actually a children's movie…Travis Knight's upcoming Masters of the Universe film is described as a Marvel-esque summer blockbuster that embraces the absurdity of the source material, focusing on He-Man's struggle to find his way home. Despite its campy nature and heavy-handed metaphors about self-worth, the movie aims to instill hope in a younger generation while also appealing to adult fans with meme references and adult themes.
5 Rekomendasi Film Akhir Pekan, Colony hingga Nobody Loves KayThis article recommends five films currently showing in Indonesian cinemas, spanning various genres. Titles include the zombie thriller 'Colony', the teen drama 'Nobody Loves Kay' focusing on aspiring pro-gamers, the live-action 'Masters of the Universe', the psychological horror 'Monster Pabrik Rambut', and the internet phenomenon 'The Amazing Digital Circus: The Last Act'.
Sinopsis Masters of the Universe (2026), Misi He-Man Jaga EterniaThe live-action film Masters of the Universe, set for release on June 3, 2026, will feature Nicholas Galitzine as He-Man and Idris Elba as Duncan. The story follows Prince Adam's journey from Earth back to his home planet Eternia to reclaim his birthright and defeat the villainous Skeletor, played by Jared Leto. Directed by Travis Knight, the film is based on Mattel's franchise and has had a long development history with multiple studios and cast changes.- Director Travis Knight explains how his two 2026 movies, Masters of the Universe and Wildwood, informed each otherDirector Travis Knight discusses how his two 2026 films, Masters of the Universe and Wildwood, influenced each other during their concurrent productions. Despite their differences, Knight notes a shared philosophical DNA and that some collaborators from Masters of the Universe were brought onto Wildwood. He also mentions that working on Masters of the Universe changed his thinking on Wildwood's final visual effects.
Masters of the Universe review: "An enjoyable and self-consciously silly take on outdated source material"Masters of the Universe is a self-consciously silly action-fantasy film that offers an enjoyable, albeit derivative, take on the classic He-Man material. While it takes too long to get going and features variable VFX, the film is elevated by Jared Leto's performance as Skeletor and Daniel Pemberton's glam rock score. The adaptation, directed by Travis Knight, leans heavily into comedy, drawing comparisons to Thor: Ragnarok.
Despite positive first reactions, Masters of the Universe presales don't look promising, and the movie is tracking…The upcoming Masters of the Universe movie is projected to earn between $27-$35 million in its opening weekend, which is considered a flop given its reported $170 million production cost. Despite early positive reactions and comparisons to Marvel films, the film faces an uphill battle at the box office, similar to the poorly performing 1987 adaptation.
Masters of the Universe director on Jared Leto's "funny, strange, scary" and "deeply insecure"…Director Adam Knight discussed Jared Leto's portrayal of Skeletor in the upcoming Masters of the Universe film, highlighting the character's blend of humor, menace, and insecurity. Knight emphasized Leto's full physical performance on set, with CG used to create the skull face, aiming to capture the nuance and emotion of the character.
Robot watch: The weirdest things the clankers did this month including moonwalking themselves to death, losing a fight to a step, and drowning by the dozens in Sydney HarbourThis article rounds up notable robot malfunctions and failures from May, including robots losing fights to stairs, moonwalking to their demise, and a fleet of Waymo vehicles driving into water. It also touches on the Curiosity rover getting stuck on Mars and a drone show mishap where 89 drones fell into Sydney Harbour.
Masters of the Universe director explains how the new movie reckons with He-Man's "wildly internally…Director Travis Knight explains that the new Masters of the Universe movie prioritizes the original 1980s toys, mini-comics, and Filmation cartoon as its foundational elements due to the franchise's inconsistent continuity. He discusses embracing the core of He-Man's mythos while making choices for character development, and hints at She-Ra playing a significant role in potential sequels.- Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 3: Leaks, Skins, And Everything We Know So FarFortnite Chapter 7 Season 3 is set to launch on Saturday, June 6, with the season finale event, Shattered, occurring on Friday, June 6. Leaks suggest potential collaborations with Masters of the Universe, Kingdom Hearts, and Minecraft for the upcoming battle pass. Epic Games will begin hyping the new season on May 30 with Community Day rewards.