Nicholas Galitzine is all set to appear as He-Man in the upcoming live-action adaptation of the Masters of the Universe. The English actor has recently made a name for starring in some notable romantic OTT films like Purple Hearts and The Idea of You. However, his casting as He-Man is not so well-received by the fans.
A live-action reboot of Masters of the Universe film was in development for a long time. Several studios, directors, and actors were attached to the project at different times before it ended up at Amazon MGM Studios with Travis Knight as the director.
Despite the involvement of the Bumblebee director, the fans look extremely divided on the casting. The netizens question why someone like Alan Ritchson was not picked for the role.
Nicholas Galitzine’s casting as He-Man in Masters of the Universe raises doubts
He-Man, aka Prince Adam, is a superhero based on Mattel’s Masters of the Universe franchise. Besides having a celebrated toy line, it has also spawned several comic books, animated series, and even a live-action movie with Dolph Lundgren.
Before being greenlit by Amazon MGM Studios, the forthcoming Masters of the Universe reboot film was in the making at Warner Bros., Sony, and Netflix. When the film was at Warner Bros., Noah Centineo was attached to it. Later, Kyle Allen was also considered when it moved to Netflix.
According to Variety, the Nicholas Galitzine starrer will be produced by Escape Artists’ Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, and Steve Tisch, with Mattel Films’ Robbie Brenner. It will follow Mattel’s plan of 15 live-action films after the worldwide success of Barbie. However, the fans are highly divided on the casting of Galitzine.
Being one of the oldest cartoons on television, He-Man has a widespread fanbase. Several fans have taken to the internet to complain that the Cinderella actor does not look like the character. Many think the studio should have gone with somebody who truly looks like He-Man.
The fans wanted Alan Ritchson in the role of He-Man
Nicholas Galitzine’s filmography and physique have raised immense doubt among moviegoers. Although there have been several cases in the past where the fans were proven wrong, Galitzine will have to do something out-of-this-world to shut his haters. The netizens believe that casting someone like Alan Ritchson would have made it easier.
Alan Ritchson is one of the hottest topics of discussion in pop culture. After his Reacher fame, fans have speculated him in several roles. Many still consider him one of the best candidates to play the new Batman in the DCU. Now, the fans also question why he was not made the new He-Man.
Let’s take a look at some tweets:
Absolutely and honestly I don’t care if he’s 41. Dude is still perfect
— ft138 (@falcontattoo) May 29, 2024
That would’ve been a great choice too.
— DANIEL VERGARA (@DvNovelist) May 29, 2024
For real
— tearin paper (@tarynperky) May 29, 2024
Insane choice when Alan Ritchson is literally right there. https://t.co/k7F7f0AB4s pic.twitter.com/JPSdVDMJNY
— Rebecca//Luke T said hi to me on 5/11/24 (@benedictsdjarin) May 29, 2024
I wanted Alan Ritchson to play He-Man because he looks completely buff and would’ve been perfect for the road. Right now I’m concerned about this because it’s gonna turn out to be crap.
— David (@Real_Dave77) May 29, 2024
A certain section of fans has also come out to the actor’s defense. They stated how we previously had doubts about several superhero performances that turned out to be great. Now, it will be seen if the fans are true and we are proven wrong or if this film turns out to be a major debacle with one of the greatest miscasting ever.
The upcoming Masters of the Universe film is slated for release on June 5, 2026.
