Masters of the Universe film underperforms at box office, sequel still possible

The live‑action "Masters of the Universe" reboot delivered modest worldwide earnings of about $102.4 million against a $170 million production budget, falling short of box‑office expectations. Despite the shortfall, Amazon MGM Studios emphasizes a holistic distribution strategy, planning to leverage the film’s performance on Prime Video and other digital platforms.

Executives indicated that strong audience reception on streaming could keep the door open for a sequel, potentially with a lower budget or as a streaming‑exclusive continuation. The addition of Princess Adora (She‑Ra) and solid critical and audience scores suggest continued franchise interest.

Actor Dolph Lundgren, who appears in the film, expressed disappointment over the theatrical results but noted the movie may find a larger audience through home release and streaming, leaving the franchise’s future uncertain but not ruled out.