Dolph Lundgren Calls 2026 'Masters of the Universe' Reboot a Box‑Office Flop

The live‑action Masters of the Universe reboot opened on June 5, 2026 and has earned roughly $103 million worldwide, far below the $170‑200 million production budget, leading analysts to label it a box‑office bomb. Actor Dolph Lundgren, who cameoed in the film and portrayed He‑Man in the 1987 original, told ComicBook that he was "a bit disappointed" after being told the movie would be a hit, noting the strong marketing push yet lackluster earnings.

Amazon/MGM’s distribution chief downplayed the theatrical shortfall, pointing to the film’s performance on Prime Video as part of a "holistic distribution strategy." Despite the poor box‑office, the studio may still consider a sequel if streaming metrics prove favorable.