Among the long-in-development films is the He-Man live adaptation. The upcoming film was announced in 2019 and surprisingly had no director until now.
The latest update regarding Masters of the Universe suggests that Mattel is eying Travis Knight for the director’s chair. While the deal remains unclosed as negotiations are being made, there are other significant elements left to be finalized for the project. Apart from confirming the director, the scripts will also be rewritten by Chris Butler.
The He-Man Live Adaptation Might See Travis Knight as The Film’s Director
While many have been waiting for Mattel’s upcoming Masters of the Universe movie, featuring the 8o’s toy He-Man, the director’s chair is still empty. However, according to Deadline, Travis Knight is being considered as the director as negotiations are still going on. The deal hasn’t been locked and after the final negotiation with Amazon MGM, Knight, who’s best known for the success of Bumblebee, will likely secure the position.
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Apart from crafting Bumblebee, Knight holds incredible experience in working for both: animation and live-action. His creative mind would undeniably craft the story of He-Man in the best way possible. Exact details of the film’s narrative haven’t been shared, but He-Man is set to lead the film, as the story features orphan Adam who comes to discover he’s a prince destined to save a faraway land from the threat of the evil wizard Skeletor.
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Soon after Adam discovers his abilities to fight against the foes, the titular character will then head to discover the mysteries of his past to transform into He-Man. Similar to other other Universes, MOTU is also considered one of the most successful toy franchises created by Mattel. And if Travis Knight helms the film, he’ll make sure to craft a super engaging live-action adaptation.
Fans Excited For Travis Knight’s Potential Involvement in Masters of the Universe Film
Soon after the news of Travis Knight’s potential involvement in He-Man’s live-action came out, fans were quick to share their excitement for the director. The outlet also revealed that while negotiations are being done to secure the director, the scripts for the upcoming movie will be rewritten. However, it will likely keep the narrative of He-Man aligning with the original story.
good times man,really hyped for this one.
— Miami Nation (@MiamiNationPFL) February 13, 2024
Great directing choice! I loved Bumblebee and he’s done great work with Laika. Consider me cautiously optimistic!
— RJ (@ResonantJustice) February 13, 2024
This is seen as good news.
— Tune 5 Times (@CareerRevert) February 13, 2024
Man did Kubo and Bumblebee, so this could be peak.
— King Bash 🇭🇹 WokeVirusArc (@TheBashNation) February 13, 2024
The film was earlier helmed by Netflix, but due to budgetary reasons, the streamer abandoned the project, leading Amazon to finally secure it. American actor Kyle Allen known for his work in West Side Story, The Path, and other projects is claimed to be playing Adam.
There was a live-action film featuring Dolph Lundgren as He-Man and other acclaimed actors in different roles, but unfortunately, the 1987 film resulted in box-office disappointment. The film also received backlash over its tone and departing from the source material, earning the actor mixed reviews for his portrayal of the hero.
Watch Masters of the Universe (1987) on Prime Video.
Frequently asked questions
Who might direct the He-Man live-action movie?
Travis Knight, best known for directing Bumblebee, is reportedly in negotiations to direct the live-action Masters of the Universe film. The deal has not been finalized, but Knight’s background spans both animation, through his work at Laika, and live-action filmmaking, making him a strong fit for the project.
How long has the He-Man movie been in development?
The film was first announced in 2019 and had gone without a confirmed director for years until Knight entered talks. Netflix originally held the project but dropped it over budget concerns, after which Amazon stepped in to secure the rights and keep it moving forward.
What is the He-Man movie’s story about?
The film follows orphan Adam, who discovers he is a prince destined to save a distant land from the evil wizard Skeletor, eventually transforming into He-Man. Kyle Allen is said to be attached to play Adam, and Chris Butler has been brought on to rewrite the script.
