Camila Mendes has joined the Masters of the Universe film from Amazon MGM Studios and Mattel Films. Mendes stars opposite the previously announced Nicholas Galitzine, who plays He-Man. Teela is a warrior who’s the Captain of Eternia’s Royal Guard and responsible for protecting the royal family, especially Prince Adam.
The plot for the film is being kept under wraps for now. Travis Knight is directing the movie from a script by Chris Butler. The original draft was worked on by David Callaham, Aaron Nee, and Adam Nee. Masters of the Universe is being produced by Escape Artists and Mattel Films for a theatrical release on June 5th, 2026.
The film centers on Prince Adam of Eternia, who becomes He-Man thanks to the Power Sword. That power gives him superpowers like strength and other abilities. He battles against the evil Skeletor, and his friends join him on adventures.
That gives the film ample time for a lengthy shoot and post-production. Mattel’s toy line started in 1982 and became a pop culture juggernaut in 1983 with the animated series. It’s been a long time coming for a new Masters film. It might have traded hands between studios more than any other film; moving from Sony to Netflix and finally landing with Amazon MGM.
Who Is Camila Mendes?
Camila Mendes found her breakout role as Veronica on the long-running CW show, Riverdale. It wrapped up a seven-season run last year. She’s also starred in previous Amazon MGM Studios movies like Upgraded and Musica. Mendes is also set to star in the upcoming sequel/requel/reboot of I Know What You Did Last Summer with Madelyn Cline.
Mattel Flims is busy mining the rest of their IP and contemplating other shows and movies based on classic games and toys like American Girl, Hot Wheels, Bob the Builder, Magic 8 Ball, Matchbox, Major Matt Mason, Polly Pocket, Barney, Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em Robots, Thomas & Friends, UNO, View-Master, and Wishbone.
We’ll keep you updated as we get more information about the film.
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