Masters of the Universe reboot hits theaters with Jared Leto as Skeletor

The live‑action adaptation of Mattel’s He‑Man franchise, *Masters of the Universe*, opened in theaters this week. Directed by Travis Knight, the film stars Nicholas Galitzine as Prince Adam/He‑Man, Jared Leto as the villain Skeletor, Camila Mendes as Teela, Idris Elba as Duncan/Man‑At‑Arms, and features supporting performances by Alison Brie, Morena Baccarin, James Purefoy, Charlotte Riley and others. The movie blends sci‑fi fantasy with a comedic, socially aware tone, incorporating queer‑coded elements and commentary on toxic masculinity; a leaked line has Skeletor describing He‑Man as a “naughty boy” with “giant muscles…”.

The production includes a score by Daniel Pemberton augmented by Brian May, and the visual design references classic 1980s animation. Early box‑office reports indicate the film is struggling financially despite its high‑budget spectacle and extensive cast. Critical response notes the film’s ambitious humor and diversity themes but questions its overall entertainment value.