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BBC News
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Jersey actor to appear in movie with Idris Elba and Jared Leto
A Jersey actor has landed a prominent role in the upcoming Masters of the Universe movie, starring Idris Elba and Jared Leto. James Wilkinson is set to play Mekaneck in the blockbuster which will see the return of 1980s comic book character He-Man. Speaking to BBC Radio Jersey, the actor described the night he found out he had got the part as "mad". "My wi-fi was terrible so I had to run a kilometre [0.6 miles] down the road to this restaurant that I knew had good wi-fi, but it was closed so I was just stealing their wi-fi while on the phone to my agent finding out what was going on," he said. Discussing the Masters of the Universe franchise, Wilkinson said: "I had heard of it but it was before my time."I'm 35 as of Wednesday and it was just that little bit before my time, but my older sister loved it. "She told me how much of a huge deal it was when I got it." In order to familiarise himself with universe of He-Man, Wilkinson said he sat down with a bowl of cereal to watch all the cartoons, which he described as the "easiest research ever". Acknowledging the franchise's large fanbase, Wilkinson said: "It's such a responsibility because you want to make sure the fans are being looked after and represented."At the same time, it has to be fresh and new for new audience members to grasp onto."He added: "When you get on set, you see just how grand a scale it is with hundreds and hundreds of people working on this. "And I'm just fortunate to be there." When asked about his love for Jersey, the 35-year-old said: "I miss it so much when I'm away."Growing up on the island you just get used to being by the ocean, especially in the summer. "There's nothing worse than being in London when it's hot and there's nowhere to escape, you can't go to the beach, you can't go in the water."I love it and I love coming home to see the family."
Geek Tyrant
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE Set Video and Photos Reveal Camila Mendes Suited-Up as Teela — GeekTyrant
Things are heating up on the set of Masters of the Universe , and thanks to some fresh footage out of London, fans are finally getting a peek at Camila Mendes in full Teela mode. The Riverdale star was spotted filming a few action-heavy scenes alongside Nicholas Galitzine, who's wielding the iconic Power Sword as Prince Adam. It looks like we're getting a version of the story where Teela comes to Earth to track down a memory-wiped Adam and pull him back to Eternia, where destiny awaits him in full He-Man glory. Teela has been a central figure in the Masters of the Universe franchise, often portrayed as both Prince Adam's protector and He-Man's most trusted ally (and, sometimes, love interest). In this new take, she's still the daughter of Duncan, a.k.a. Man-At-Arms, played here by Idris Elba. Fans of the franchise will remember Chelsea Field's turn as Teela in the 1987 film, and Sarah Michelle Gellar's voice work in Masters of the Universe: Revelation until the mic was passed to Melissa Benoist for Season 2. Mendes now picks up the torch in this big-screen reboot, and her look seems to strike a balance between tradition and reinvention. Her outfit nods to the classic white-and-gold palette of the original animated series, but adds some modern armor-style flourishes. I want to be excited about this movie, but the fact that the creative team once again set it on Earth is so disappointing. A behind the scenes look at the film was shared at Cinema-Con, and it teased the tone, look, and scale director Travis Knight is going for. The movie looks like its aiming to be the definitive live-action take on the franchise and it was enough to stir up excitement, especially for longtime fans of the franchise. The film is said to introduce Adam as an ordinary man, working "a boring office job" in the 'real world.' The Masters of the Universe stories are merely tales Adam heard as a little kid. The leaked synopsis reads: '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!' The script was was written by Chris Butler ( ParaNorman ), and it builds on an earlier draft by David Callaham ( Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings ). Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, Steve Tisch, and DeVon Franklin are producing. The movie also stars Alison Brie ( Community ) as Evil-Lyn, while Jared Leto ( Blade Runner 2049 ) will play the villain Skeletor. Then there's Sam C. Wilson as Trap Jaw, Hafthor Bjornsson as Goat Man, and Kojo Attah as Tri-Klops. Check out the set video and photos at the links below—and let the speculation begin: are we finally getting the Masters of the Universe movie we deserve?
Daily Mail
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
First look at Camila Mendes as warrior goddess Teela as she films new scenes for upcoming Masters Of The Universe reboot alongside Nicholas Galitzine's He-Man
Camila Mendes looked incredible as she was seen for the first time shooting scenes for her new upcoming live action remake of 1987's Masters Of The Universe in London. The Riverdale icon, 30, looked every inch of the superwoman as she transformed into warrior goddess Teela. For the hotly-anticipated He-Man movie, she was captured filming various action sequences alongside lead star Nicholas Galitzine, who stars as Prince Adam/He-Man. Camila sent temperatures soaring displaying her very toned physique in a figure-hugging white and gold jumpsuit, featuring high red boots and thick elbow pads. The actress rocked vibrant red hair, which she recently debuted on her Instagram, ditching her trademark raven locks for the occasion. The Do Revenge star caught the eye while taking on some action-packed stunts while playing the role of Prince Adam's love interest and protector. The Riverdale icon, 30, looked every inch of the superwoman as she transformed into warrior goddess Teela Meanwhile The Idea Of You favourite, 30, looked worlds away as he sported a long blonde wig and wore a pink shirt with dark denim while playing the iconic sword-wielding hero. Teela's character was originally played by Chelsea Field in the previous live-action movie and was voiced by Sarah Michelle Gellar in Netflix's animated series before being replaced by Melissa Benoist. The superhero feature is directed by Travis Knight, produced by Amazon MGM Studios and Mattel, and is scheduled to hiy theatres on June 5, 2026. Per THR, Teela is 'the captain of the royal guard and the adopted daughter of Man-at-Arms, the royal family's inventor of weapons.' Within the multiple variations of the animated series, her character suspects Prince Adam of being the true identity of the hero He-Man, but in other adaptations she has been his love interest. In the upcoming film, Purple Hearts actor Nicholas Galitzine will take on the roles of Prince Adam of Eternia and He-Man, after his casting was confirmed in May. Get Hard star Alison Brie is slated to play the villain, Evil-Lyn, who is second-in-command to Skeletor. Her casting was announced in early September, but an actor to play Skeletor has not yet been announced. However, Jared Leto is reportedly being considered for the role of the main-antagonist, according to THR. The actress rocked vibrant red hair, which she recently debuted on her Instagram, ditching her trademark raven locks for the occasion The Do Revenge star caught the eye while taking on some action-packed stunts while playing the role of Prince Adam's love interest and protector Meanwhile The Idea Of You favourite, 30, looked worlds away as he sported a long blonde wig and wore a pink shirt with dark denim while playing the iconic sword-wielding hero The superhero feature is directed by Travis Knight, produced by Amazon MGM Studios and Mattel, and is scheduled to hiy theatres on June 5, 2026 Celebrity director Travis Knight is slated to take on the project. Additional cast and crew announcements have not yet been revealed but are expected as production approaches. Plot details for the new film are being kept under wraps at the moment, so it isn't clear how closely it will stick to the original animated series. The Masters Of The Universe franchise started as a 5.5-inch action figure line launched by Mattel in 1981. Each action figure came with a mini-comic that detailed the character's origins, which ultimately paved the way for children's books and a DC Comics run. Two years after the toys debuted, the Filmation animated series He-Man And The Masters Of The Universe debuted in the fall in 1983. The series was set on the planet of Eternia, centering on Prince Adam — who would turn into He-Man when wielding his Power Sword and saying, 'By the Power of Greyskull...' His primary nemesis was Skeletor, who would assemble various minions from his lair in Snake Mountain to try to defeat He-Man and his cohorts. The animated series aired 130 episodes that ran over two seasons, before going off the air in 1985.
Express Tribune
25-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
First look at Nicholas Galitzine as He-Man in ‘Masters of the Universe' live-action film
Amazon MGM Studios has released the first official teaser image of Nicholas Galitzine as He-Man in the upcoming Masters of the Universe live-action film, set to hit theaters on June 6, 2026. The image showcases He-Man's legendary Power Sword, Galitzine's muscular transformation, and a costume reminiscent of the classic 1980s animated series. Eternia is in good hands. Here's your first look at Nicholas Galitzine as He-Man with the Sword of Power in the upcoming film #MastersOfTheUniverse. — Amazon MGM Studios (@AmazonMGMStudio) February 24, 2025 Directed by Bumblebee filmmaker Travis Knight, the new adaptation appears to embrace its cartoon and action figure roots more than the 1987 film starring Dolph Lundgren and Frank Langella. However, like its predecessor, much of the story will take place on Earth rather than Eternia. The teaser image arrives shortly after leaked set photos revealed a more grounded version of Prince Adam, sparking speculation among fans. Joining Galitzine in the star-studded cast are Jared Leto as Skeletor, Camila Mendes as Teela, Idris Elba as Man-At-Arms, Alison Brie as Evil-Lyn, and Morena Baccarin as the Sorceress. With a powerhouse cast and a director known for action-packed storytelling, Masters of the Universe is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated fantasy films of 2026. Fans of the franchise have long awaited a faithful live-action adaptation of He-Man's adventures, and this new image suggests the film will deliver on nostalgia while introducing the character to a new generation.
Yahoo
16-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Masters of the Universe's Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson Teases 'Really Fun Script' As Filming Begins
The Masters of the Universe are preparing to master the big screen in 2026 as production has recently gotten underway on the Travis Knight-helmed Amazon MGM Studios/Mattel live-action film. After Deadline reported his casting in the role of Malcolm/Fisto, Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson gave us an update on the production while walking the red carpet at last week's world premiere of Captain America: Brave New World, in which he makes his MCU debut as Copperhead. More from Deadline Amazon MGM Studios & Mattel's 'Masters Of The Universe' Finds Its Sorceress & Fisto Nicholas Galitzine Teases He-Man Preparation For 'Masters Of The Universe' 'Sing Sing' BAFTA Nominees Clarence Maclin & John 'Divine G' Whitfield Denied UK Visas To Attend Ceremony 'We started prepping in November last year,' said Jóhannesson. 'Filming starts in about a week or so, a couple weeks. Up until now, it's been a lot of weight-lifting and rehearsing, but we're about to get into it, and we've got a really fun script that everyone in the cast loves. So, we can't wait to get on set and perform it.' In addition to Jóhannesson, Morena Baccarin joined the cast last week as The Sorceress. The duo joins Nicholas Galitzine as He-Man, Camila Mendes as Teela, Alison Brie as Evil-Lyn, Jared Leto as Skeletor, Idris Elba as Duncan/Man-at-Arms, Sam C. Wilson as Trap Jaw, Hafthor Bjornsson as Goat Man and Kojo Attah as Tri-Klops in the screenplay by Chris Buttler with first draft by David Callaham, and Aaron and Adam Nee. Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson reveals that 'Masters of the Universe' begins filming in the next couple weeks — Deadline (@DEADLINE) February 12, 2025 Plot details are under wraps for the Escape Artists and Mattel Films production. In the 1980s toy line and early 1980s cartoon series, Castle Grayskull is the target of numerous attacks by Skeletor, Hordak and the Snake Men, all of whom believe the secrets inside will allow them to conquer Eternia and the entire universe, thus becoming the Masters of the Universe. The castle is instrumental in the transformation of He-Man. Masters of the Universe hits theaters on June 5, 2026. Best of Deadline How To Watch The 'SNL50' Anniversary Concert And Three-Hour Special This Weekend Everything We Know About Christopher Nolan's Next Film – 'The Odyssey': Release Date, Cast And More 'Bridgerton' Season 4: Everything We Know So Far
