After a very long time in development, Masters of the Universe has just scored a release date as Sony Pictures has set the film for December 18th, 2019.
The film has been in the pipeline (or Development Hell) for several years now, but finally started gaining traction last year with McG’s hiring as director, although EW is reporting that the Charlie’s Angels helmer has now left the project, and Sony is currently meeting with potential replacements. The screenplay is being written by David S. Goyer (Batman Begins, Man of Steel), and a casting search is now underway.
The film is based upon the Mattel 80’s toyline which spawned several animated shows, notably of course He-Man and the Masters of the Universe, along with the 1987 live-action film Masters of the Universe starring Dolph Lundgren as He-Man. In the series, Prince Adam of Eternia gains the power to become He-Man, a strong protector of the universe who must battle the evil forces of Skeletor for peace.
Originally published April 27, 2017. Updated April 15, 2018.
