Come into the lab and see what’s on the slab for Universal as the studio Frankenstein’s a Monster High movie based on the beloved horror-themed toy line. After unleashing the billion-dollar Barbie movie on the world, Universal and Mattel are teaming up for another toys-to-life film project focusing on an iconic collection of dolls. The Monster High toy line debuted in 2010 while focusing on the teenage children of famous monsters such as Dracula, Frankenstein, and the Wolfman. Monster High finds the teens navigating high school while contending with the pressures and perils of adolescence. Akiva Goldsman is producing Universal and Mattel’s Monster High movie, while the studios have yet to name a director.
“Monster High helps fans discover the great beauty in being true to yourself and celebrates the unique sensibilities at the core of who we are as individuals. We’re proud to partner with Universal Pictures...
“Monster High helps fans discover the great beauty in being true to yourself and celebrates the unique sensibilities at the core of who we are as individuals. We’re proud to partner with Universal Pictures...
- 6/5/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
It’s “Barbie” meets the Dark Universe.
Mattel, the toy company/studio behind last year’s mega-blockbuster “Barbie,” has teamed up with Universal Pictures and prolific screenwriter and producer Akiva Goldsman and his company Weed Road to develop “Monster High,” a live-action theatrical film based on a popular line of dolls.
Launched in 2010, the Monster High line consists of fashion dolls inspired by horror movies, monsters from folklore, and other bits of spooky pop culture, which have in turn inspired an animated web series, an animated TV series, video games, book series, and a live-action made-for-tv musical. Monster High is aimed at girls 7-14 who want something different from Barbie.
The cinematic world of “Monster High” is built around a high school in the town of New Salem attended by the children of famous monsters. The characters include Frankie Stein, daughter of Frankenstein’s monster and his bride; Dracula’s daughter Draculaura; and Clawdeen Wolf,...
Mattel, the toy company/studio behind last year’s mega-blockbuster “Barbie,” has teamed up with Universal Pictures and prolific screenwriter and producer Akiva Goldsman and his company Weed Road to develop “Monster High,” a live-action theatrical film based on a popular line of dolls.
Launched in 2010, the Monster High line consists of fashion dolls inspired by horror movies, monsters from folklore, and other bits of spooky pop culture, which have in turn inspired an animated web series, an animated TV series, video games, book series, and a live-action made-for-tv musical. Monster High is aimed at girls 7-14 who want something different from Barbie.
The cinematic world of “Monster High” is built around a high school in the town of New Salem attended by the children of famous monsters. The characters include Frankie Stein, daughter of Frankenstein’s monster and his bride; Dracula’s daughter Draculaura; and Clawdeen Wolf,...
- 6/5/2024
- by Christopher Rosen
- Gold Derby
Universal is enrolling in Mattel’s Monster High, with the studio and the toy brand teaming up on a feature that will be produced by Akiva Goldsman.
The Monster High toy line debuted in 2010 and centered on the teenage children of monsters such as Dracula, Frankenstein and the Wolfman as they grow up and deal with the trials and tribulations of high school. This is the latest in a flurry of deals between Mattel and Hollywood studios as it continues to exploit its IP following the $1.446 billion success of last year’s Barbie.
“Monster High helps fans discover the great beauty in being true to yourself and celebrates the unique sensibilities at the core of who we are as individuals. We’re proud to partner with Universal Pictures and the brilliant Akiva Goldsman to usher this important message to audiences worldwide,” said Mattell Films boss Robbie Brenner.
No director or...
The Monster High toy line debuted in 2010 and centered on the teenage children of monsters such as Dracula, Frankenstein and the Wolfman as they grow up and deal with the trials and tribulations of high school. This is the latest in a flurry of deals between Mattel and Hollywood studios as it continues to exploit its IP following the $1.446 billion success of last year’s Barbie.
“Monster High helps fans discover the great beauty in being true to yourself and celebrates the unique sensibilities at the core of who we are as individuals. We’re proud to partner with Universal Pictures and the brilliant Akiva Goldsman to usher this important message to audiences worldwide,” said Mattell Films boss Robbie Brenner.
No director or...
- 6/5/2024
- by Aaron Couch
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Hey, it worked for Barbie.
Mattel’s next feature film based on a doll will be a live-action, theatrical Monster High movie written and produced by Akiva Goldsman and distributed by Universal Pictures. The gist of the Monster High fashion-doll line is that they are the children of iconic monsters, like Frankie Stein (the daughter of Frankenstein’s monster and his bride), Draculaura (the daughter of Dracula), and Clawdeen Wolf (the daughter of a werewolf mom and a human dad).
Goldsman’s banner Weed Road will produce the film. Goldsman, the Academy Award-winning screenwriter of “A Beautiful Mind,” is also a producer on Mattel Films’ upcoming Major Matt Mason movie starring Tom Hanks. The announcement of that toy adaptation, which is set up at Paramount Pictures, preceded “Barbie.”
Kevin McKeon and Arturo Thur De Koos will oversee the Monster High movie for Mattel; Greg Lessans has oversight for Weed Road.
Mattel’s next feature film based on a doll will be a live-action, theatrical Monster High movie written and produced by Akiva Goldsman and distributed by Universal Pictures. The gist of the Monster High fashion-doll line is that they are the children of iconic monsters, like Frankie Stein (the daughter of Frankenstein’s monster and his bride), Draculaura (the daughter of Dracula), and Clawdeen Wolf (the daughter of a werewolf mom and a human dad).
Goldsman’s banner Weed Road will produce the film. Goldsman, the Academy Award-winning screenwriter of “A Beautiful Mind,” is also a producer on Mattel Films’ upcoming Major Matt Mason movie starring Tom Hanks. The announcement of that toy adaptation, which is set up at Paramount Pictures, preceded “Barbie.”
Kevin McKeon and Arturo Thur De Koos will oversee the Monster High movie for Mattel; Greg Lessans has oversight for Weed Road.
- 6/5/2024
- by Tony Maglio
- Indiewire
Oscar-winning writer-producer Akiva Goldsman and his Weed Road are partnering with Mattel, Inc. and Universal Pictures to develop a live-action theatrical Monsters High film, based on the multimedia franchise of the same name.
We’re told that Goldsman is only producing, not writing, so the assignment remains open for now.
First introduced via a line of dolls in 2010, Monster High centers around a fictional high school attended by the teenage children of famous monsters. These characters, such as Draculaura (daughter of Dracula), Frankie Stein (daughter of Frankenstein’s monster), Clawdeen Wolf (daughter of the Werewolf) and Cleo de Nile (daughter of the Mummy), are designed to reflect the diverse and unique offspring of classic monster figures. Each brings their own personality, style, and background to the Monster High universe, creating a rich tapestry of monster heritage and high school drama.
Beyond the dolls, Monster High has thus far expanded into various forms of media,...
We’re told that Goldsman is only producing, not writing, so the assignment remains open for now.
First introduced via a line of dolls in 2010, Monster High centers around a fictional high school attended by the teenage children of famous monsters. These characters, such as Draculaura (daughter of Dracula), Frankie Stein (daughter of Frankenstein’s monster), Clawdeen Wolf (daughter of the Werewolf) and Cleo de Nile (daughter of the Mummy), are designed to reflect the diverse and unique offspring of classic monster figures. Each brings their own personality, style, and background to the Monster High universe, creating a rich tapestry of monster heritage and high school drama.
Beyond the dolls, Monster High has thus far expanded into various forms of media,...
- 6/5/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
El actor de moda se convierte en el héroe más poderoso del universo.
De acuerdo con Variety, Nicholas Galitzine interpretará a He-Man, el bárbaro rubio que inspiró el popular juguete de Mattel, en la adaptación cinematográfica de “Masters of the Universe”, la famosa serie de televisión animada de los ochenta, a cargo del director Travis Knight (“Bumblebee”) y el guionista Chris Butler (“Kubo y las Dos Cuerdas Mágicas”) para Amazon.
Aunque los detalles de la trama se mantienen en secreto, según una sinopsis previa del estudio, la historia sigue al Príncipe Adam, alias He-Man, quien se estrella en la Tierra en una nave espacial cuando era niño. Décadas después, regresa a su planeta natal para defenderlo de las fuerzas del mal lideradas por el villano Skeletor. Para derrotar a Skeletor, He-Man debe descubrir los misterios de su pasado y convertirse en “el hombre más poderoso del universo”.
La adaptación de...
De acuerdo con Variety, Nicholas Galitzine interpretará a He-Man, el bárbaro rubio que inspiró el popular juguete de Mattel, en la adaptación cinematográfica de “Masters of the Universe”, la famosa serie de televisión animada de los ochenta, a cargo del director Travis Knight (“Bumblebee”) y el guionista Chris Butler (“Kubo y las Dos Cuerdas Mágicas”) para Amazon.
Aunque los detalles de la trama se mantienen en secreto, según una sinopsis previa del estudio, la historia sigue al Príncipe Adam, alias He-Man, quien se estrella en la Tierra en una nave espacial cuando era niño. Décadas después, regresa a su planeta natal para defenderlo de las fuerzas del mal lideradas por el villano Skeletor. Para derrotar a Skeletor, He-Man debe descubrir los misterios de su pasado y convertirse en “el hombre más poderoso del universo”.
La adaptación de...
- 6/2/2024
- by Marta Medina
- mundoCine
All America’s Got Talent Winners, And Where Are They Now? (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Since its premiere in 2006, America’s Got Talent has featured innumerable memorable acts that have stayed with the audience. The reality series is currently in its 19th season and continues to captivate viewers with its display of remarkable talents.
Over the last two decades, there have been 18 performers who dodged the red buzzer, earned the golden buzzer, and impressed the judges and audiences to win the coveted trophy. So, what are all the winners of America’s Got Talent up to now? Here are all the deets.
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Singer Bianca Ryan was only 11 when she won the inaugural season of AGT in 2006, mesmerizing everyone with her voice. She went on to release a self-titled studio album before her career was hampered due to...
Since its premiere in 2006, America’s Got Talent has featured innumerable memorable acts that have stayed with the audience. The reality series is currently in its 19th season and continues to captivate viewers with its display of remarkable talents.
Over the last two decades, there have been 18 performers who dodged the red buzzer, earned the golden buzzer, and impressed the judges and audiences to win the coveted trophy. So, what are all the winners of America’s Got Talent up to now? Here are all the deets.
Season 1: Bianca Ryan, Singer
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Singer Bianca Ryan was only 11 when she won the inaugural season of AGT in 2006, mesmerizing everyone with her voice. She went on to release a self-titled studio album before her career was hampered due to...
- 5/31/2024
- by Jashandeep Singh
- KoiMoi
Transformers/G.I. Joe Crossover Movie Eyes Chris Hemsworth to Star - Main Image
Chris Hemsworth is in talks to star in the highly-anticipated Transformers and G.I. Joe crossover movie.
For the past few years, there have been plans for a crossover project between the two popular Hasbro properties as fans want to see the characters from both franchises come together for an action-packed adventure.
The final scene of Transformers: Rise of the Beasts teased that the crossover will finally happen and now we have our first major news on its casting.
Also Read: Masters of the Universe Live-Action Movie Casts Nicholas Galitzine to Play He-Man
Chris Hemsworth in Talks to Star in Transformers/G.I. Joe Crossover Movie
Reports have confirmed that Hemsworth is being eyed to star in Paramount Pictures' Transformers/G.I. Joe crossover movie.
The details regarding the role that the MCU star will potentially play in...
Chris Hemsworth is in talks to star in the highly-anticipated Transformers and G.I. Joe crossover movie.
For the past few years, there have been plans for a crossover project between the two popular Hasbro properties as fans want to see the characters from both franchises come together for an action-packed adventure.
The final scene of Transformers: Rise of the Beasts teased that the crossover will finally happen and now we have our first major news on its casting.
Also Read: Masters of the Universe Live-Action Movie Casts Nicholas Galitzine to Play He-Man
Chris Hemsworth in Talks to Star in Transformers/G.I. Joe Crossover Movie
Reports have confirmed that Hemsworth is being eyed to star in Paramount Pictures' Transformers/G.I. Joe crossover movie.
The details regarding the role that the MCU star will potentially play in...
- 5/31/2024
- EpicStream
Masters of the Universe Live-Action Movie Casts Nicholas Galitzine to Play He-Man - Main Image
The live-action Masters of the Universe movie has finally cast the actor who will play He-Man in the long-gestated project.
For the past several years, there have been attempts from various producers, filmmakers, and studios to produce a Masters of the Universe reboot film, but none of them came to fruition as they remained stuck in development.
Fortunately, the project finally got traction as Amazon MGM Studios acquired the film and set a 2026 theatrical release date. Travis Knight has also signed on to direct.
Also Read: New Lord of the Rings Movie In the Works with Andy Serkis Set to Direct
Nicholas Galitzine to Play He-Man in Masters of the Universe Movie
Reports have confirmed that The Idea of You star Nicholas Galitzine is set to play He-Man in Amazon MGM's Masters of the Universe.
The live-action Masters of the Universe movie has finally cast the actor who will play He-Man in the long-gestated project.
For the past several years, there have been attempts from various producers, filmmakers, and studios to produce a Masters of the Universe reboot film, but none of them came to fruition as they remained stuck in development.
Fortunately, the project finally got traction as Amazon MGM Studios acquired the film and set a 2026 theatrical release date. Travis Knight has also signed on to direct.
Also Read: New Lord of the Rings Movie In the Works with Andy Serkis Set to Direct
Nicholas Galitzine to Play He-Man in Masters of the Universe Movie
Reports have confirmed that The Idea of You star Nicholas Galitzine is set to play He-Man in Amazon MGM's Masters of the Universe.
- 5/30/2024
- EpicStream
Nicholas Galitzine is all set to appear as He-Man in the upcoming live-action adaptation of the Masters of the Universe. The English actor has recently made a name for starring in some notable romantic Ott films like Purple Hearts and The Idea of You. However, his casting as He-Man is not so well-received by the fans.
Nicholas Galitzine in a scene from Mary & George | Sky Studios
A live-action reboot of Masters of the Universe film was in development for a long time. Several studios, directors, and actors were attached to the project at different times before it ended up at Amazon MGM Studios with Travis Knight as the director.
Despite the involvement of the Bumblebee director, the fans look extremely divided on the casting. The netizens question why someone like Alan Ritchson was not picked for the role.
Nicholas Galitzine’s casting as He-Man in Masters of the Universe raises...
Nicholas Galitzine in a scene from Mary & George | Sky Studios
A live-action reboot of Masters of the Universe film was in development for a long time. Several studios, directors, and actors were attached to the project at different times before it ended up at Amazon MGM Studios with Travis Knight as the director.
Despite the involvement of the Bumblebee director, the fans look extremely divided on the casting. The netizens question why someone like Alan Ritchson was not picked for the role.
Nicholas Galitzine’s casting as He-Man in Masters of the Universe raises...
- 5/30/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
Nicholas Galitzine will play He-Man in the live-action 'Masters of the Universe' film.The 29-year-old star has been tapped for a leading role in the flick from Amazon MGM and Mattel Films.Plot details on the long-awaited movie have not yet been revealed but it is being directed by 'Bumblebee' helmer Travis Knight from a script by Chris Butler.'Masters of the Universe' was introduced to the world via action figures in 1982 and focused on the battle between the heroic He-Man and the evil Skeletor.The animated series 'He-Man and the Masters of the Universe' premiered the following year and several other film and TV adaptations have followed since as the franchise is still going strong.The film, which is scheduled for release in June 2026, has endured a long journey to the big screen and was axed by Netflix last year as a result of budget concerns.
- 5/30/2024
- by Joe Graber
- Bang Showbiz
Before landing his latest big role as He-Man in the live-action Masters of the Universe movie from Amazon MGM and Mattel, actor Nicholas Galitzine took on a slew of roles in projects that happened to come out pretty close together. If you’re wondering where you’ve seen him before, it may have been alongside Camila Cabello in Prime Video’s Cinderella (2021), as a different royal Prince Henry in the adaptation of Casey McQuiston’s Red White & Royal Blue (2023) with the streamer or even as Harry Styles-inspired Hayes Cambell of the boyband August Moon in his latest flick The Idea of You (2024) alongside Anne Hathaway.
The actor has done most of his popular projects with Amazon MGM, but he also appeared as serious Marine Luke in Netflix’s Purple Hearts (2022) alongside Sofia Carson, and he played antagonist football player Jeff in Emma Seligman’s Bottoms (2023). For his small-screen work,...
The actor has done most of his popular projects with Amazon MGM, but he also appeared as serious Marine Luke in Netflix’s Purple Hearts (2022) alongside Sofia Carson, and he played antagonist football player Jeff in Emma Seligman’s Bottoms (2023). For his small-screen work,...
- 5/29/2024
- by Dessi Gomez
- Deadline Film + TV
While Bloodsport, the 1988 martial arts tournament movie, is widely considered by fans to be Jean-Claude Van Damme’s best film, it almost never saw the light of day. Indeed, according to Nick De Semlyen’s book, “Last Action Heroes” (buy it here), the film was deemed unreleasable by Cannon Pictures head Menachem Golan. The film sat on the shelf for fourteen months and was considered so bad that Golan intended to release the movie direct-to-video.
Things got so heated that Golan refused to go ahead with a proposed sequel to Lone Wolf McQuade, which would have featured Van Damme teaming up with Chuck Norris (who was an early mentor to Jcvd). He wanted Michael Dudikoff instead.
According to the book, Van Damme, who had returned to his old job as a limo driver when the movie wrapped, convinced the studio to allow him to re-edit the film with Towering Inferno editor Carl Press.
Things got so heated that Golan refused to go ahead with a proposed sequel to Lone Wolf McQuade, which would have featured Van Damme teaming up with Chuck Norris (who was an early mentor to Jcvd). He wanted Michael Dudikoff instead.
According to the book, Van Damme, who had returned to his old job as a limo driver when the movie wrapped, convinced the studio to allow him to re-edit the film with Towering Inferno editor Carl Press.
- 5/29/2024
- by Chris Bumbray
- JoBlo.com
Bringing the world of Eternia – and more specifically, that of Masters Of The Universe – has been something of a struggle for studios. At least in film terms; while Netflix found success with its various series, a new film based on the concept has remained frustratingly out of reach, as attempts floundered in development while talent came and went. Amazon/MGM Studios thinks it might finally be on the right track, and has picked The Idea Of You's Nicholas Galitzine to play Prince Adam/He-Man in its big screen version.
Travis Knight, the Laika boss who also directed Bumblebee, is behind the camera for this one, working from a script that has been through more hands than Skeletor has evil schemes, but is currently credited to Chris Butler.
Little is known about the story right now — we can expect the usual clash between the forces of good and evil, with Adam...
Travis Knight, the Laika boss who also directed Bumblebee, is behind the camera for this one, working from a script that has been through more hands than Skeletor has evil schemes, but is currently credited to Chris Butler.
Little is known about the story right now — we can expect the usual clash between the forces of good and evil, with Adam...
- 5/29/2024
- by James White
- Empire - Movies
It feels like the movie has been in the works forever, but the live-action Masters of the Universe movie is finally taking shape at Amazon MGM.
Bumblebee's Travis Knight is set to direct, while writer Chris Butler (who worked with Knight on the animated Laika) is penning the screenplay. David Callaham, Aaron Nee and Adam Nee all contributed to earlier drafts.
As we first reported on SFFGazette.com, the big news today is the fact we have a He-Man: Nicholas Galitzine.
He's best known for starring in Amazon's romcoms Purple Hearts, Red, White & Royal Blue, and The Idea of You, and recently received praise for his work alongside Julianne Moore in Mary & George. Black Adam star Noah Centineo was previously attached to the role but exited in 2021.
While not confirmed, Sacha Baron Cohen has been rumoured to be in the running to play Skeletor.
"We’re thrilled to...
Bumblebee's Travis Knight is set to direct, while writer Chris Butler (who worked with Knight on the animated Laika) is penning the screenplay. David Callaham, Aaron Nee and Adam Nee all contributed to earlier drafts.
As we first reported on SFFGazette.com, the big news today is the fact we have a He-Man: Nicholas Galitzine.
He's best known for starring in Amazon's romcoms Purple Hearts, Red, White & Royal Blue, and The Idea of You, and recently received praise for his work alongside Julianne Moore in Mary & George. Black Adam star Noah Centineo was previously attached to the role but exited in 2021.
While not confirmed, Sacha Baron Cohen has been rumoured to be in the running to play Skeletor.
"We’re thrilled to...
- 5/29/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
The development of the “Masters of the Universe” film has been a rollercoaster, to say the least. Originally, the film was expected to be on Netflix. In fact, during that time, two young actors came and went from the lead role. Then the film was canceled, but eventually revived over at Amazon. Now, it appears we have yet another young actor taking the lead for this new version of the fantasy film.
Continue reading ‘Masters Of The Universe’: Nicholas Galitzine Cast As He-Man In Travis Knight’s Fantasy Film at The Playlist.
Continue reading ‘Masters Of The Universe’: Nicholas Galitzine Cast As He-Man In Travis Knight’s Fantasy Film at The Playlist.
- 5/29/2024
- by Martin Miller
- The Playlist
A brand new live action Masters of the Universe movie has been in the works for several years now with various different cast and crew involved, and even a few release dates tossed around and ultimately tossed away. But Amazon MGM Studios and Mattel Films are getting serious about the project, and their new He-Man has officially been cast this week.
THR reports today that Nicholas Galitzine (The Idea of You) has signed on to play the next live action He-Man in the upcoming Masters of the Universe reboot movie!
Masters of the Universe has now been set for theatrical release on June 5, 2026, with Travis Knight (Bumblebee) on board to direct He-Man’s return to the big screen.
Adam and Aaron Nee (The Lost City) wrote the original version of the script with David Callaham (Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings), which Chris Butler will rewrite.
Deadline had reported,...
THR reports today that Nicholas Galitzine (The Idea of You) has signed on to play the next live action He-Man in the upcoming Masters of the Universe reboot movie!
Masters of the Universe has now been set for theatrical release on June 5, 2026, with Travis Knight (Bumblebee) on board to direct He-Man’s return to the big screen.
Adam and Aaron Nee (The Lost City) wrote the original version of the script with David Callaham (Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings), which Chris Butler will rewrite.
Deadline had reported,...
- 5/29/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Amazon-MGM is getting back in business with the star of their streaming smash, The Idea of You, with the studio signing Nicholas Galitzine to star as He-Man in their big-screen Masters of the Universe film. Set to be directed by Bumblebee‘s Travis Knight, the road to the big-screen for this would-be fantasy epic has been long and twisted.
While everyone is aware of the famous (or rather infamous) Cannon Films version starring Dolph Lundgren, over the years, many studios tried to reboot the classic property, which is based on Mattel’s famous line of toys and the old cartoon show. In it, Prince Adama defends Eternia against the evil Skeletor with the help of his Power Sword, which transforms him into the ripped god of a man, He-Man.
Netflix previously came close to rebooting this saga, with Noah Centineo having been signed to play the role, even documenting...
While everyone is aware of the famous (or rather infamous) Cannon Films version starring Dolph Lundgren, over the years, many studios tried to reboot the classic property, which is based on Mattel’s famous line of toys and the old cartoon show. In it, Prince Adama defends Eternia against the evil Skeletor with the help of his Power Sword, which transforms him into the ripped god of a man, He-Man.
Netflix previously came close to rebooting this saga, with Noah Centineo having been signed to play the role, even documenting...
- 5/29/2024
- by Chris Bumbray
- JoBlo.com
Red, White & Royal Blue’s Nicholas Galitzine has been cast as He-Man in the upcoming Masters Of The Universe adaptation.
It’s only Wednesday and this week has already been filled with exciting casting news. After learning the title of the new Knives Out film, the word on the street was that Josh O’Connor and Cailee Spaeny were joining the cast of the upcoming Netflix film.
Well, here’s another corker of a piece of casting news. Nicholas Galitzine has been cast as He-Man in Amazon MGM and Mattel’s upcoming Masters Of The Universe film, as reported by Deadline. Travis Knight was confirmed to be in the director’s chair earlier in May and you can expect the film to land in 2026.
Here’s the synopsis: ‘The story introduces a ten-year-old Prince Adam, who crashed to Earth in a spaceship and was separated from his magical Power Sword – the...
It’s only Wednesday and this week has already been filled with exciting casting news. After learning the title of the new Knives Out film, the word on the street was that Josh O’Connor and Cailee Spaeny were joining the cast of the upcoming Netflix film.
Well, here’s another corker of a piece of casting news. Nicholas Galitzine has been cast as He-Man in Amazon MGM and Mattel’s upcoming Masters Of The Universe film, as reported by Deadline. Travis Knight was confirmed to be in the director’s chair earlier in May and you can expect the film to land in 2026.
Here’s the synopsis: ‘The story introduces a ten-year-old Prince Adam, who crashed to Earth in a spaceship and was separated from his magical Power Sword – the...
- 5/29/2024
- by Maria Lattila
- Film Stories
Following the huge success of his Prime Video rom-coms The Idea of You and Red, White & Royal Blue, Nicholas Galitzine is staying in business with Amazon MGM, as he’s been tapped to star as He-Man in the live-action Masters of the Universe flick from the studio and Mattel Films.
While long-awaited, details as to the film’s plot are under wraps. Based on the iconic franchise from Mattel, it’ll be directed by Travis Knight, who is working from a script by Chris Butler. David Callaham, Aaron Nee and Adam Nee worked on an earlier draft.
Masters of the Universe will be produced by Escape Artists’ Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, and Steve Tisch, as well as Mattel Films’ Robbie Brenner. Previously in development at Sony and Netflix, the film will be released exclusively in theaters worldwide on June 5, 2026.
Centering on the battle between the heroic He-Man (aka Prince Adam...
While long-awaited, details as to the film’s plot are under wraps. Based on the iconic franchise from Mattel, it’ll be directed by Travis Knight, who is working from a script by Chris Butler. David Callaham, Aaron Nee and Adam Nee worked on an earlier draft.
Masters of the Universe will be produced by Escape Artists’ Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, and Steve Tisch, as well as Mattel Films’ Robbie Brenner. Previously in development at Sony and Netflix, the film will be released exclusively in theaters worldwide on June 5, 2026.
Centering on the battle between the heroic He-Man (aka Prince Adam...
- 5/29/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Masters of the Universe has found its He-Man.
Nicholas Galitzine, who recently starred in Amazon MGM rom-com The Idea of You, has been cast in the studio’s live-action Masters movie, which has Travis Knight set to direct.
Knight will direct from a screenplay by Chris Butler. Mattel Films’ Robbie Brenner and Escape Artists’ Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal and Steve Tisch are producing.
Masters centers on Price Adam of Eternia who, thanks to his Power Sword, turns into He-Man and is embued with superhuman strength and abilities, which he uses to defend his native planet and Castle Grayskull.
Masters has been dated by Amazon for a worldwide theatrical release on June 5, 2026.
Mattel’s Masters of the Universe brand was first introduced in 1982 via a line of action figures and later, in 1983, became the beloved animated series He-Man and the Masters of the Universe. A Masters movie has had a long development history in Hollywood,...
Nicholas Galitzine, who recently starred in Amazon MGM rom-com The Idea of You, has been cast in the studio’s live-action Masters movie, which has Travis Knight set to direct.
Knight will direct from a screenplay by Chris Butler. Mattel Films’ Robbie Brenner and Escape Artists’ Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal and Steve Tisch are producing.
Masters centers on Price Adam of Eternia who, thanks to his Power Sword, turns into He-Man and is embued with superhuman strength and abilities, which he uses to defend his native planet and Castle Grayskull.
Masters has been dated by Amazon for a worldwide theatrical release on June 5, 2026.
Mattel’s Masters of the Universe brand was first introduced in 1982 via a line of action figures and later, in 1983, became the beloved animated series He-Man and the Masters of the Universe. A Masters movie has had a long development history in Hollywood,...
- 5/29/2024
- by Mia Galuppo
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Masters of the Universe and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are two franchises that had a massive impact on my childhood – and now Dark Horse Comics has revealed that they will be bringing characters from those franchises together in a four-part comic book mini-series called Turtles of Grayskull! Super Hero Hype reports that the first issue of Turtles of Grayskull will be reaching store shelves on September 25th – and they also got their hands on three different covers for that issue, which you can check out at the bottom of this article!
Longtime He-Man writer Tim Seeley has written Turtles of Grayskull, with Freddie E. Williams II (who previously drew the Injustice/Masters of the Universe and Batman/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles crossovers) providing the artwork. Space Ghost colorist Andrew Dalhouse is also on board, with the lettering coming from AndWorld Design.
Turtles of Grayskull finds the Ninja Turtles sent to...
Longtime He-Man writer Tim Seeley has written Turtles of Grayskull, with Freddie E. Williams II (who previously drew the Injustice/Masters of the Universe and Batman/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles crossovers) providing the artwork. Space Ghost colorist Andrew Dalhouse is also on board, with the lettering coming from AndWorld Design.
Turtles of Grayskull finds the Ninja Turtles sent to...
- 5/24/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
The Matchbox line of tiny toy cars is to become a big feature film, and Extraction director Sam Hargrave has landed the plum job of making it.
We learned all the way back in 2022 that Mattel was looking to get a film project underway that would feature its long-running line of Matchbox toy cars. As part of the press release, it was trumpeted that ‘one Matchbox car is sold every second’ meaning that the brand possesses that all important ‘pre-awareness’ that is seen as crucial by the folks that give these types of films the thumbs-up.
Then 2022 happened and that other film based on a Mattel toy did rather well. You may have read a thing or two about the success of Greta Gerwig’s Barbie, but in the wake of that film’s huge success, Mattel announced that it had a number of projects on the horizon that would...
We learned all the way back in 2022 that Mattel was looking to get a film project underway that would feature its long-running line of Matchbox toy cars. As part of the press release, it was trumpeted that ‘one Matchbox car is sold every second’ meaning that the brand possesses that all important ‘pre-awareness’ that is seen as crucial by the folks that give these types of films the thumbs-up.
Then 2022 happened and that other film based on a Mattel toy did rather well. You may have read a thing or two about the success of Greta Gerwig’s Barbie, but in the wake of that film’s huge success, Mattel announced that it had a number of projects on the horizon that would...
- 5/8/2024
- by Dan Cooper
- Film Stories
The live-action Masters of the Universe reboot is finally going to see the light of day after being in and out of development for many years.
After numerous false starts, Netflix was all set to develop a feature take on the beloved animated series back in 2022, but we recently got word that the latest attempt to get the project off the ground had also fallen by the wayside.
However, we'd later learn that Amazon/MGM Studios had acquired the movie, with Bumblebee director Travis Knight in talks to helm. Now, multiple trades are reporting that Knight has officially signed on, and the movie is set to hit theaters on June 5, 2026.
Chris Butler rewrote the script from an initial draft by David Callaham (Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings). Previously, the Nee Brothers (The Lost City) were attached to direct.
An updated synopsis has also been revealed, it sounds...
After numerous false starts, Netflix was all set to develop a feature take on the beloved animated series back in 2022, but we recently got word that the latest attempt to get the project off the ground had also fallen by the wayside.
However, we'd later learn that Amazon/MGM Studios had acquired the movie, with Bumblebee director Travis Knight in talks to helm. Now, multiple trades are reporting that Knight has officially signed on, and the movie is set to hit theaters on June 5, 2026.
Chris Butler rewrote the script from an initial draft by David Callaham (Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings). Previously, the Nee Brothers (The Lost City) were attached to direct.
An updated synopsis has also been revealed, it sounds...
- 5/3/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Long before the superheroes of Marvel and DC became cult icons with fans, the 80s were all about another hero, He-Man. The animated series He-Man and the Masters of the Universe based on Mattel’s popular toy line, ran for 2 seasons with 65 episodes each between 1983 and 1985 and went on to become one of the most successful shows on television.
A still from He-Man and the Masters of the Universe (image credit: Mattel)
Die-hard fans of the franchise were ecstatic to hear that the show was going to be revived as a live-action film in 2022. Unfortunately, with Sony and then Netflix unexpectedly backing out of the project, it seemed that it would not materialize. But latest information coming in has given the film a fresh lease of life.
This He-Man Live-Action Film Has Been Picked Up By Amazon
Audiences who grew up in the 70s and 80s will have nostalgic memories...
A still from He-Man and the Masters of the Universe (image credit: Mattel)
Die-hard fans of the franchise were ecstatic to hear that the show was going to be revived as a live-action film in 2022. Unfortunately, with Sony and then Netflix unexpectedly backing out of the project, it seemed that it would not materialize. But latest information coming in has given the film a fresh lease of life.
This He-Man Live-Action Film Has Been Picked Up By Amazon
Audiences who grew up in the 70s and 80s will have nostalgic memories...
- 5/2/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
By the power of Greyskull! Deadline reports that Amazon MGM has dated their live-action reboot of “Masters Of The Universe” to arrive in two summers: June 5, 2026, to be exact. The co-production with Mattel Films has been long in the making. But after the success of “Barbie” last summer, this will likely be one of several potential Mattel movies on the 2026 calendar.
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- 5/2/2024
- by Ned Booth
- The Playlist
The Masters of the Universe toy and cartoon franchise got a live-action film adaptation back in 1987, with Dolph Lundgren taking on the role of lead hero He-Man, who defends the planet Eternia (and the rest of the universe) from evil forces, usually headed up by the villain Skeletor. To cut costs, the majority of the film is set on 1980s Earth, with He-Man and various other characters being transported from Eternia to Earth with the use of a “Cosmic Key.” Another live-action film adaptation of Masters of the Universe has been in development hell for a long time, but it looks like might finally escape into production, as Amazon MGM Studios and Mattel Studios have announced that the movie will be receiving a theatrical release on June 5, 2026. Technically, summer in the northern hemisphere won’t begin until June 21st in 2026, but this is considered a summer release because summer starts early in the movie industry.
- 5/2/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
A brand new live action Masters of the Universe movie has been in the works for several years now with various different cast and crew involved, and even a few release dates tossed around and ultimately tossed away. But Deadline brings us the latest update this week, revealing that Amazon MGM Studios and Mattel Films are getting serious about the project.
Masters of the Universe has now been set for theatrical release on June 5, 2026, with Travis Knight (Bumblebee) on board to direct He-Man’s return to the big screen.
Adam and Aaron Nee (The Lost City) wrote the original version of the script with David Callaham (Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings), which Chris Butler will rewrite.
Deadline reports, “The movie follows ten-year-old Prince Adam who crashed to Earth in a spaceship and was separated from his magical Power Sword—the only link to his home on Eternia.
Masters of the Universe has now been set for theatrical release on June 5, 2026, with Travis Knight (Bumblebee) on board to direct He-Man’s return to the big screen.
Adam and Aaron Nee (The Lost City) wrote the original version of the script with David Callaham (Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings), which Chris Butler will rewrite.
Deadline reports, “The movie follows ten-year-old Prince Adam who crashed to Earth in a spaceship and was separated from his magical Power Sword—the only link to his home on Eternia.
- 5/2/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
He-Man and his musclebound companions will finally return to the big screen in 2026 with Masters Of The Universe.
“I have the power!” was the memorable phrase that He-Man would cry in the 1980s animated TV show, Masters Of The Universe. A hugely popular Mattel line of toys for several years, the series eventually became a 1987 movie starring Dolph Lundgren.
He-Man’s power, it seems, hasn’t helped get a 21st century film about him into production. The long-gestating Masters Of The Universe movie has been in development at Warner Bros, Sony and Netflix in the recent past, with all three studios electing to pull the plug rather than give the green light to what is sure to be an expensive project.
Netflix was the most recent studio to put Masters Of The Universe into turnaround after spending a reported $30m developing it. The studio then couldn’t figure out how...
“I have the power!” was the memorable phrase that He-Man would cry in the 1980s animated TV show, Masters Of The Universe. A hugely popular Mattel line of toys for several years, the series eventually became a 1987 movie starring Dolph Lundgren.
He-Man’s power, it seems, hasn’t helped get a 21st century film about him into production. The long-gestating Masters Of The Universe movie has been in development at Warner Bros, Sony and Netflix in the recent past, with all three studios electing to pull the plug rather than give the green light to what is sure to be an expensive project.
Netflix was the most recent studio to put Masters Of The Universe into turnaround after spending a reported $30m developing it. The studio then couldn’t figure out how...
- 5/2/2024
- by Dan Cooper
- Film Stories
In July of 2023, Netflix announced that not only had they axed their plans to adapt Mattel's "Masters of the Universe" property into a live-action film, but they were doing so after spending over $30 million in development. Fans had been looking forward to a human He-Man flick since it was first announced in 2007, but the development with Sony Pictures in 2022 seemed like a sure bet. Then it was scrapped, but the project's move to Netflix made sense considering the streamer is home to "He-Man & Masters of the Universe," "Masters of the Universe: Revelation," and "She-Ra and the Princesses of Power." Unfortunately, Netflix dropped the project, which had already cast actor/dancer Kyle Allen to play He-Man/Prince Adam, and Mattel was left looking for a new home for the film. According to a recent report from Variety, that home has been found with Amazon and Travis Knight has been announced as the director.
- 5/2/2024
- by BJ Colangelo
- Slash Film
The long-awaited live-action “Masters of the Universe” movie is one step closer to becoming a reality, with Amazon MGM Studios and Mattel Films dating the project for worldwide theatrical release on June 5, 2026.
Travis Knight is on board to direct the film adaptation of the popular franchise, with Chris Butler writing the screenplay, following initial drafts written by David Callaham and Aaron and Adam Nee. Mattel Films’ Robbie Brenner, Escape Artists’ Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal and Steve Tisch are producing.
According to its official synopsis, “Masters of the Universe” introduces a 10-year-old Prince Adam, who crashed to Earth in a spaceship and was separated from his magical Power Sword — the only link to his home on Eternia.
“After tracking it down almost two decades later,” the synopsis explains, “Prince Adam is whisked back across space to defend his home planet against the evil forces of Skeletor. But to defeat such a powerful villain,...
Travis Knight is on board to direct the film adaptation of the popular franchise, with Chris Butler writing the screenplay, following initial drafts written by David Callaham and Aaron and Adam Nee. Mattel Films’ Robbie Brenner, Escape Artists’ Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal and Steve Tisch are producing.
According to its official synopsis, “Masters of the Universe” introduces a 10-year-old Prince Adam, who crashed to Earth in a spaceship and was separated from his magical Power Sword — the only link to his home on Eternia.
“After tracking it down almost two decades later,” the synopsis explains, “Prince Adam is whisked back across space to defend his home planet against the evil forces of Skeletor. But to defeat such a powerful villain,...
- 5/2/2024
- by Angelique Jackson
- Variety Film + TV
The power of Greyskull is happening on June 5, 2026 when Amazon MGM Studios’ and Mattel Films’ finally bring their live-action reboot of Masters of the Universe to theaters.
As Deadline first told you, Bumblebee filmmaker Travis Knight is directing off Chris Butler’s screenplay. Mattel Films’ Robbie Brenner, and Escape Artists’ Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, and Steve Tisch are producing.
The movie follows ten-year-old Prince Adam who crashed to Earth in a spaceship and was separated from his magical Power Sword—the only link to his home on Eternia. After tracking it down almost two decades later, Prince Adam is whisked back across space to defend his home planet against the evil forces of Skeletor. But to defeat such a powerful villain, Prince Adam will first need to uncover the mysteries of his past and become He-Man: the most powerful man in the Universe.
As Deadline first told you, Bumblebee filmmaker Travis Knight is directing off Chris Butler’s screenplay. Mattel Films’ Robbie Brenner, and Escape Artists’ Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, and Steve Tisch are producing.
The movie follows ten-year-old Prince Adam who crashed to Earth in a spaceship and was separated from his magical Power Sword—the only link to his home on Eternia. After tracking it down almost two decades later, Prince Adam is whisked back across space to defend his home planet against the evil forces of Skeletor. But to defeat such a powerful villain, Prince Adam will first need to uncover the mysteries of his past and become He-Man: the most powerful man in the Universe.
- 5/2/2024
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
The long gestating, live-action Masters of the Universe film is finally getting a release date. Amazon MGM has dated the Mattel film for a June 5, 2026 worldwide theatrical release.
The film will follow, according to its synopsis, “10-year-old Prince Adam who crashed to Earth in a spaceship and was separated from his magical Power Sword—the only link to his home on Eternia. After tracking it down almost two decades later, Prince Adam is whisked back across space to defend his home planet against the evil forces of Skeletor. But to defeat such a powerful villain, Prince Adam will first need to uncover the mysteries of his past and become He-Man: the most powerful man in the Universe!”
Travis Knight is directing from a script by Chris Butler. Mattel Films’ Robbie Brenner, and Escape Artists’ Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal and Steve Tisch are producing.
Mattel’s Masters of the Universe brand...
The film will follow, according to its synopsis, “10-year-old Prince Adam who crashed to Earth in a spaceship and was separated from his magical Power Sword—the only link to his home on Eternia. After tracking it down almost two decades later, Prince Adam is whisked back across space to defend his home planet against the evil forces of Skeletor. But to defeat such a powerful villain, Prince Adam will first need to uncover the mysteries of his past and become He-Man: the most powerful man in the Universe!”
Travis Knight is directing from a script by Chris Butler. Mattel Films’ Robbie Brenner, and Escape Artists’ Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal and Steve Tisch are producing.
Mattel’s Masters of the Universe brand...
- 5/2/2024
- by Mia Galuppo
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Funko and 10:10 Games have announced upcoming video game Funko Fusion this afternoon, and much to our delight, the game is absolutely loaded with Funko Pop-style horror icons.
The official trailer for Funko Fusion heavily features John Carpenter’s The Thing, as well as 1999’s The Mummy, Jaws, Jurassic World, and even Jordan Peele’s Nope!
Other horror properties including M3GAN, Shaun of the Dead, Five Nights at Freddy’s, Jurassic Park, and Chucky have also been confirmed for Funko Fusion.
Funko Fusion is coming to PC, PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch on September 13, 2024. Pre-orders for physical console editions of the game open starting today at select global retailers, with pre-orders opening across digital storefronts soon.
Funko Fusion is an action-adventure, single player and online co-op experience that pays tribute to NBCUniversal’s deep roster of beloved worlds and the irreverent Funko Pop! interpretations of the figures who inhabit them.
The official trailer for Funko Fusion heavily features John Carpenter’s The Thing, as well as 1999’s The Mummy, Jaws, Jurassic World, and even Jordan Peele’s Nope!
Other horror properties including M3GAN, Shaun of the Dead, Five Nights at Freddy’s, Jurassic Park, and Chucky have also been confirmed for Funko Fusion.
Funko Fusion is coming to PC, PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch on September 13, 2024. Pre-orders for physical console editions of the game open starting today at select global retailers, with pre-orders opening across digital storefronts soon.
Funko Fusion is an action-adventure, single player and online co-op experience that pays tribute to NBCUniversal’s deep roster of beloved worlds and the irreverent Funko Pop! interpretations of the figures who inhabit them.
- 4/30/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
The Funko Pop figures are out of the box and will be coming to PCs and consoles on September 13 for a massive interactive crossover event with the co-op action game Funko Fusion! On Tuesday, Funko Inc. and 10:10 Games released a new gameplay trailer for the upcoming video game, which will combine beloved IPs like Jaws, The Thing, Scott Pilgrim, The Walking Dead, Back to the Future, Jurassic Park, Masters of the Universe, and more!
“Our vision at 10:10 Games is to create an incredible co-op videogame experience that will bring gamers from across the globe together in a unique, fun, energetic, and authentic gaming experience,” said 10:10 Games cofounder and Head of Publishing Arthur Parsons. “Crafted by a talented team, Funko Fusion is the ultimate celebration of fandom, blending beloved movie and TV properties for every generation with humor, fun mechanics, and fast-paced high-adrenaline action. Funko Fusion is the...
“Our vision at 10:10 Games is to create an incredible co-op videogame experience that will bring gamers from across the globe together in a unique, fun, energetic, and authentic gaming experience,” said 10:10 Games cofounder and Head of Publishing Arthur Parsons. “Crafted by a talented team, Funko Fusion is the ultimate celebration of fandom, blending beloved movie and TV properties for every generation with humor, fun mechanics, and fast-paced high-adrenaline action. Funko Fusion is the...
- 4/30/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Since it began in 1984, 40 years ago this year, The Transformers has always had an uncomfortably close relationship with a particularly gross, child-exploiting branch of capitalism — the one that creates cartoon mascots who are driven insane by how delicious sugary cereal is, the one that puts prizes in Happy Meal boxes, and, of course, the one that creates entire TV shows and movies built around selling toys like G.I. Joe or He-Man and the Masters of the Universe. Like The Transformers, those shows were all part of an '80s cartoon boom triggered by the way Ronald Reagan’s far-right FCC decided to dramatically roll back protections against advertisements directed at children.
- 4/15/2024
- by Sam Barsanti
- Primetimer
After introducing readers to the masked convention slasher known as Killr™ last fall, Stephen Graham Jones, Joshua Viola, and Ben Matsuya are teaming up to bring readers back to the Colorado Festival of Horror for another round of killer cosplay in True Believers #2. Once again featuring star-studded cameos and plenty of murderous mayhem, True Believers #2 is coming soon to Kickstarter via Hex Publishers, and we're thrilled to exclusively reveal that Trivium vocalist and guitarist Matthew Kiichi Heafy will appear in the second issue, and we also have a reveal of the new variant cover by Luigi Scarcella!
Below, we have the official press release and exclusive variant cover art reveal, and to support True Believers #2, be sure to keep an eye on the comic book's official Kickstarter page:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/hexpublishers/true-believers-2-a-horror-cosplay-comic-book?ref=4cf9gc
Also, to learn more about True Believers, watch Jonathan James' previous...
Below, we have the official press release and exclusive variant cover art reveal, and to support True Believers #2, be sure to keep an eye on the comic book's official Kickstarter page:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/hexpublishers/true-believers-2-a-horror-cosplay-comic-book?ref=4cf9gc
Also, to learn more about True Believers, watch Jonathan James' previous...
- 3/26/2024
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
Exclusive: Sony has preemptively closed a deal for film rights to Grady Hendrix’s short story “Ankle Snatcher,” tapping Hendrix to adapt it for the screen, sources tell Deadline. Hendrix is also set to produce alongside Escape Artists’ Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal and Tony Shaw, as well as Aperture Entertainment’s Adam Goldworm.
The first short story Hendrix has taken to market, after setting up numerous novels and original screenplays for adaptation, “Ankle Snatcher” was released in September 2023 as part of Amazon Original Stories’ Creature Feature collection comprised of six original stories written by New York Times bestselling authors, the others being Joe Hill, Josh Malerman, Paul Tremblay, Jason Mott, and Chandler Baker.
Hendrix’s story follows Marcus, who grew up believing his father killed his mother — then blamed it on the boogeyman under the bed. Always leave the lights on, his father warned, or the boogeyman will get you.
The first short story Hendrix has taken to market, after setting up numerous novels and original screenplays for adaptation, “Ankle Snatcher” was released in September 2023 as part of Amazon Original Stories’ Creature Feature collection comprised of six original stories written by New York Times bestselling authors, the others being Joe Hill, Josh Malerman, Paul Tremblay, Jason Mott, and Chandler Baker.
Hendrix’s story follows Marcus, who grew up believing his father killed his mother — then blamed it on the boogeyman under the bed. Always leave the lights on, his father warned, or the boogeyman will get you.
- 3/8/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Growing up, Rosy Carrick was fascinated by Schwarzenegger, Lundgren and other shredded 80s screen stars. Now she is exploring what they helped her realise about her sex life
Is there a gap between our private desires and the ones we are brave enough to share? Not for Arnold Schwarzenegger. In the 1977 documentary Pumping Iron, a young Arnie equated weightlifting with ejaculating. “It’s as satisfying to me as coming,” he declares with a grin.
Schwarzenegger and fellow shredded action star Dolph Lundgren are central to actor, playwright and poet Rosy Carrick’s latest show, Musclebound. She was captivated by them as an adolescent and, a while ago, revisited Masters of the Universe, starring Lundgren as He-Man. During a torture scene where Lundgren is stripped almost naked, and has his oiled-up, hairless body whipped by his enemies, something struck her.
Is there a gap between our private desires and the ones we are brave enough to share? Not for Arnold Schwarzenegger. In the 1977 documentary Pumping Iron, a young Arnie equated weightlifting with ejaculating. “It’s as satisfying to me as coming,” he declares with a grin.
Schwarzenegger and fellow shredded action star Dolph Lundgren are central to actor, playwright and poet Rosy Carrick’s latest show, Musclebound. She was captivated by them as an adolescent and, a while ago, revisited Masters of the Universe, starring Lundgren as He-Man. During a torture scene where Lundgren is stripped almost naked, and has his oiled-up, hairless body whipped by his enemies, something struck her.
- 3/4/2024
- by Rachael Healy
- The Guardian - Film News
‘Bumblebee’ helmer, Travis Knight, has entered into negotiations to jump on board the long-awaited live-action adaptation of ‘Masters of the Universe’.
Knight’s longtime collaborator, Chris Butler (co-directed ‘ParaNorman’ and wrote ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’), is also along for the ride, He has been brought on to rewrite the script. Over the years the project had drafts from David Callaham and Aaron and Adam Nee.
Escape Artists’ Todd Black and Jason Blumenthal, who have been with the project for decades, are producing along with Mattel’s Robbie Brenner.
Also in news – Ewan McGregor set for David Robert Mitchell’s mystery dinosaur movie
Rumour has it that Conan the Barbarian was the influence behind the initial He-Man toy and comics released by Mattel in 1982, the toy was such a major success Mattel soon turned the action figure into a children’s animated TV series.
By the time the animated series was developed,...
Knight’s longtime collaborator, Chris Butler (co-directed ‘ParaNorman’ and wrote ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’), is also along for the ride, He has been brought on to rewrite the script. Over the years the project had drafts from David Callaham and Aaron and Adam Nee.
Escape Artists’ Todd Black and Jason Blumenthal, who have been with the project for decades, are producing along with Mattel’s Robbie Brenner.
Also in news – Ewan McGregor set for David Robert Mitchell’s mystery dinosaur movie
Rumour has it that Conan the Barbarian was the influence behind the initial He-Man toy and comics released by Mattel in 1982, the toy was such a major success Mattel soon turned the action figure into a children’s animated TV series.
By the time the animated series was developed,...
- 2/15/2024
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
“Barbie” is a cultural phenomenon, grossing nearly $1.5 billion and racking up eight Oscar nominations, all while launching scores of catchphrases and memes.
So it’s understandable that Mattel, the company behind the iconic doll, is looking to capitalize on its cinematic success by developing dozens of movies based on its games and toys. Moviegoers can look forward to Barney, Bob the Builder and He-Man hitting the big screen in the not-so-distant future.
But as Hollywood raids toy store shelves to feed its insatiable hunger for IP, it’s worth noting that when it comes to this type of film, for every “Barbie”-sized smash there’s a “Battleship”-like bomb. With that in mind, here are some of the movies that Mattel has in the works.
Barney
Key creative: Daniel Kaluuya (producer and star)
Another Barbie? You may think you know Barney. But Kaluuya is here to say the purple...
So it’s understandable that Mattel, the company behind the iconic doll, is looking to capitalize on its cinematic success by developing dozens of movies based on its games and toys. Moviegoers can look forward to Barney, Bob the Builder and He-Man hitting the big screen in the not-so-distant future.
But as Hollywood raids toy store shelves to feed its insatiable hunger for IP, it’s worth noting that when it comes to this type of film, for every “Barbie”-sized smash there’s a “Battleship”-like bomb. With that in mind, here are some of the movies that Mattel has in the works.
Barney
Key creative: Daniel Kaluuya (producer and star)
Another Barbie? You may think you know Barney. But Kaluuya is here to say the purple...
- 2/15/2024
- by Brent Lang and Rebecca Rubin
- Variety Film + TV
Fortnite is one of the most popular games out there, and it’s been like that ever since its release, thanks to the large number of collaborations that the game brings to keep things interesting for players. There have been several kinds of collaborations in the game, from TV franchises and the film world to artists like Eminem and Travis Scott, and more.
The game has also collaborated with some of the most popular anime shows, and there are now rumors that Fortnite is set to get a crossover with the biggest anime show of all time, which might potentially see new character skins, gameplay changes, and more on offer for anime fans.
Leak Suggests Fortnite x One Piece Crossover Is Coming in the Future
A new leak reveals Fortnite might be collaborating with One Piece.
Fortnite has collaborated with a bunch of anime shows, including Dragon Ball Z, Naruto,...
The game has also collaborated with some of the most popular anime shows, and there are now rumors that Fortnite is set to get a crossover with the biggest anime show of all time, which might potentially see new character skins, gameplay changes, and more on offer for anime fans.
Leak Suggests Fortnite x One Piece Crossover Is Coming in the Future
A new leak reveals Fortnite might be collaborating with One Piece.
Fortnite has collaborated with a bunch of anime shows, including Dragon Ball Z, Naruto,...
- 2/15/2024
- by Rohit Tiwari
- FandomWire
The recent casting of the Fantastic Four placed the film firmly in the 1960s Marvel universe. This opens the door for Will Smith to finally play the powerhouse hero Blue Marvel. As one of Marvel’s strongest superheroes, Blue Marvel has the power to make even the Sentinels break a sweat. While fans have been speculating for a long time that Smith will enter the Marvel universe, this news can be just the breakthrough everyone has been waiting for.
Will Smith as Blue Marvel after Fantastic Four confirm the 1960s setting?
Will Smith in I Am Legend
Blue Marvel, aka Adam Brashear, gained his abilities after a scientific accident involving antimatter. With strength rivaling the Hulk and Thor, Blue Marvel can move objects as large as the state of Arkansas with ease. He also has near-invulnerability, flight powers, and control over antimatter energy.
Since it’s confirmed Fantastic Four takes place in the 60s,...
Will Smith as Blue Marvel after Fantastic Four confirm the 1960s setting?
Will Smith in I Am Legend
Blue Marvel, aka Adam Brashear, gained his abilities after a scientific accident involving antimatter. With strength rivaling the Hulk and Thor, Blue Marvel can move objects as large as the state of Arkansas with ease. He also has near-invulnerability, flight powers, and control over antimatter energy.
Since it’s confirmed Fantastic Four takes place in the 60s,...
- 2/15/2024
- by Nivedita Dubey
- FandomWire
When a director circles a project, it can be a tentative proposition – as we all discovered last week when word began to spread that David Leitch was likely to make the next Jurassic World entry, before he swiftly dropped out. But things are apparently much more promising for Bumblebee director (and Laika studio boss) Travis Knight, who is closing in on a deal to handle the new live-action Masters Of The Universe film.
According to Deadline's sources, Knight has yet to sign, but it's looking good for him — especially since Chris Butler, a veteran Laika writer and director – is polishing the script. But they'll need all the help they can get, as this is one that has eluded more than one studio and a host of filmmakers.
Masters Of The Universe, for anyone who might not know, was born from Mattel's 1980s toy line of sword and sorcery figures,...
According to Deadline's sources, Knight has yet to sign, but it's looking good for him — especially since Chris Butler, a veteran Laika writer and director – is polishing the script. But they'll need all the help they can get, as this is one that has eluded more than one studio and a host of filmmakers.
Masters Of The Universe, for anyone who might not know, was born from Mattel's 1980s toy line of sword and sorcery figures,...
- 2/14/2024
- by James White
- Empire - Movies
Amazon’s Masters Of The Universe film may finally have a director, with Bumblebee and Kubo And The Two Strings’ Travis Knight said to be in ‘final negotiations.’
Tinseltown trade outlets often talk about actors and filmmakers ‘circling’ movie projects and deals, as though they’re little kestrels hovering about looking for their lunch.
The kestrel in question here is Travis Knight, who most recently directed the Transformers spin-off Bumblebee for Paramount Pictures. According to Deadline’s exclusive, Knight’s in “final talks” with Amazon MGM Studios to direct the latest film adaptation of Masters Of The Universe, based on the 1980s animated series and toy line of the same name.
Knight clearly has strong ideas for the film, with Deadline’s sources saying the filmmaker showed up at the studio’s offices with a presentation which laid out his take on He-Man. That presentation impressed Amazon MGM bosses enough...
Tinseltown trade outlets often talk about actors and filmmakers ‘circling’ movie projects and deals, as though they’re little kestrels hovering about looking for their lunch.
The kestrel in question here is Travis Knight, who most recently directed the Transformers spin-off Bumblebee for Paramount Pictures. According to Deadline’s exclusive, Knight’s in “final talks” with Amazon MGM Studios to direct the latest film adaptation of Masters Of The Universe, based on the 1980s animated series and toy line of the same name.
Knight clearly has strong ideas for the film, with Deadline’s sources saying the filmmaker showed up at the studio’s offices with a presentation which laid out his take on He-Man. That presentation impressed Amazon MGM bosses enough...
- 2/14/2024
- by Ryan Lambie
- Film Stories
Travis Knight just may have the power.
The Laika CEO and part-time filmmaker is in early talks to direct the long-in-the-works live-action adaptation of Masters of the Universe for Amazon MGM Studios, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed.
Knight isn’t coming alone. Chris Butler, a longtime Knight and Laika collaborator who wrote and co-directed ParaNorman and wrote Kubo and the Two Strings, among other projects, has been brought on to rewrite the script. Over the years the project had drafts from David Callaham and Aaron and Adam Nee.
Escape Artists’ Todd Black and Jason Blumenthal, who have been with the projects for decades, are producing along with Mattel’s Robbie Brenner.
Amazon MGM had no comment.
Hollywood has long been trying to get the toy line centered on Prince Adam, the young man who becomes the muscular He-Man once he gets the Power Sword in his hands and says the words,...
The Laika CEO and part-time filmmaker is in early talks to direct the long-in-the-works live-action adaptation of Masters of the Universe for Amazon MGM Studios, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed.
Knight isn’t coming alone. Chris Butler, a longtime Knight and Laika collaborator who wrote and co-directed ParaNorman and wrote Kubo and the Two Strings, among other projects, has been brought on to rewrite the script. Over the years the project had drafts from David Callaham and Aaron and Adam Nee.
Escape Artists’ Todd Black and Jason Blumenthal, who have been with the projects for decades, are producing along with Mattel’s Robbie Brenner.
Amazon MGM had no comment.
Hollywood has long been trying to get the toy line centered on Prince Adam, the young man who becomes the muscular He-Man once he gets the Power Sword in his hands and says the words,...
- 2/13/2024
- by Borys Kit
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Here we go again. Another year is starting, which means it's time for the "He-Man and the Masters of the Universe" movie to get yet another director. Like so many projects stuck in developing hell, it seems like practically every director currently working in Hollywood has, at some point, been involved in this film.
Now, Deadline reports that Travis Knight — the director of "Bumblebee" and "Kubo and the Two Strings," founder and CEO of Laika, and son of Nike co-founder Phil Knight — is the latest name to be attached to the long-in-development "Masters of the Universe" movie from Mattel. The report specifically says he is in "final negotiations" to direct, yet the deal hasn't closed just yet as other elements of the film are still being figured out. Nevertheless, this is exciting news, and brings the project one step closer to actually getting made.
Knight is reportedly bringing along writer...
Now, Deadline reports that Travis Knight — the director of "Bumblebee" and "Kubo and the Two Strings," founder and CEO of Laika, and son of Nike co-founder Phil Knight — is the latest name to be attached to the long-in-development "Masters of the Universe" movie from Mattel. The report specifically says he is in "final negotiations" to direct, yet the deal hasn't closed just yet as other elements of the film are still being figured out. Nevertheless, this is exciting news, and brings the project one step closer to actually getting made.
Knight is reportedly bringing along writer...
- 2/13/2024
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
The live action Masters of the Universe feature film reboot has been gestating for a while now, and Deadline reports today that Travis Knight (Bumblebee) is now in talks to direct.
Deadline notes that “Travis Knight is in final negotiations to direct.” The exclusive report goes on to say, “Insiders say his deal has still not closed and that other elements on the project are still coming together but all signs are pointing to Knight being the top choice to direct.”
Adam and Aaron Nee (The Lost City) wrote the original version of the script with David Callaham (Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings), which Chris Butler will rewrite.
The site also reports, “This film revolves around when Prince Adam was 9-years-old, he crashed to Earth in a spaceship and was separated from his Magical Sword – the only link to his home on Eternia. After tracking it down almost two decades later,...
Deadline notes that “Travis Knight is in final negotiations to direct.” The exclusive report goes on to say, “Insiders say his deal has still not closed and that other elements on the project are still coming together but all signs are pointing to Knight being the top choice to direct.”
Adam and Aaron Nee (The Lost City) wrote the original version of the script with David Callaham (Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings), which Chris Butler will rewrite.
The site also reports, “This film revolves around when Prince Adam was 9-years-old, he crashed to Earth in a spaceship and was separated from his Magical Sword – the only link to his home on Eternia. After tracking it down almost two decades later,...
- 2/13/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Mattel’s Masters of the Universe movie hasn’t had the easiest path, but the long-in-development project has taken a big step forward as Deadline reports that Bumblebee director Travis Knight is in final negotiations to helm the movie.
Although Deadline cautions that the deal is still coming together, the report states that Knight was the only director in the mix to give an in-person presentation, which made him the top choice for the gig. Chris Butler will rewrite the script from the previous draft penned by David Callaham, Aaron and Adam Nee. The project was previously set up at Netflix, but the streaming service scrapped the project last summer. It was later reported that the movie could find a new home at Amazon MGM Studios, and according to Deadline, they’re now in final negotiations for the rights.
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Although Deadline cautions that the deal is still coming together, the report states that Knight was the only director in the mix to give an in-person presentation, which made him the top choice for the gig. Chris Butler will rewrite the script from the previous draft penned by David Callaham, Aaron and Adam Nee. The project was previously set up at Netflix, but the streaming service scrapped the project last summer. It was later reported that the movie could find a new home at Amazon MGM Studios, and according to Deadline, they’re now in final negotiations for the rights.
Related Twister 2: Dan Trachtenberg not directing the sequel
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- 2/13/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
“Griselda” reigned supreme as a queenpin of the Netflix Top 10 following its Jan. 25 premiere. Inspired by the life of notorious cartel boss Griselda Blanco scored 20.6 million total views during the Jan. 22-28 viewing window, and was No. 1 in 89 countries, making it the most watched title of the week. Starring and executive produced by Sofia Vergara, the series is created by Eric Newman and directed by Andres Baiz.
Meanwhile on the film side, “Leave the World Behind,” which previously spent several weeks at No. 1, joined, entered the Most Popular English Films List at No. 8 with 136.3 million views in its first 52 days on the streamer.
Also, F. Gary Gray and Kevin Hart’s “Lift” continued its No. 1 run on the English Films chart with 17.4 million views as Daniel Kaluuya’s dystopian directorial debut “The Kitchen” took third place with 7.7 million views and Adam Sandler’s “Leo” spent its 10th week among the top 10 with 2.9 million views.
Meanwhile on the film side, “Leave the World Behind,” which previously spent several weeks at No. 1, joined, entered the Most Popular English Films List at No. 8 with 136.3 million views in its first 52 days on the streamer.
Also, F. Gary Gray and Kevin Hart’s “Lift” continued its No. 1 run on the English Films chart with 17.4 million views as Daniel Kaluuya’s dystopian directorial debut “The Kitchen” took third place with 7.7 million views and Adam Sandler’s “Leo” spent its 10th week among the top 10 with 2.9 million views.
- 1/30/2024
- by BreAnna Bell
- Variety Film + TV
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