There’s exciting casting news today from Amazon MGM Studios and Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT). Camila Mendes has been chosen to play the role of “Teela” in the upcoming live-action movie Masters of the Universe, which is based on the popular Mattel franchise. She will be starring alongside Nicholas Galitzine, who will portray “He-Man.” The movie is being directed by Travis Knight, with a screenplay by Chris Butler (initial draft written by David Callaham, and Aaron and Adam Nee).
Plot details for the film are being kept secret. The worldwide release date for the movie is exclusively set for June 5, 2026, in cinemas.
Mendes broke out with the role of Veronica on the series Riverdale, which ended its run last year. Her recent credits include the 2024 features Upgraded and Música—both for Amazon MGM Studios and Netflix’s comedy Do Revenge In 2022. She is represented by CAA, Luber Roklin Entertainment, and Hansen Jacobsen Teller & Hoberman.Â
Masters of the Universe will be produced by Escape Artists and Mattel Films.
Mattel’s Masters of the Universe was first introduced to the world in 1982 through a line of popular action figures. In 1983, the treasured animated series He-Man and the Masters of the Universe premiered and became one of the first children’s programs to be syndicated on television. From its inception, the MOTU brand was built upon the message of becoming the best version of oneself and today, the franchise spans a variety of consumer touchpoints across toys, television, video games, and more.Â
Mattel Films’ vision is to collaborate with leading filmmakers to make standout quality movies based on our iconic brands that will resonate in culture and appeal to global audiences.
Travis Knight is directing the film, which will be released exclusively in cinemas worldwide on June 5, 2026
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