Spielberg‘s definitely still got it! The iconic Filmmaker pulls-in $44 million with his latest, DISCLOSURE DAY, playing at 3,824 theatres. The Sci-Fi Action blockbuster starring Emily Blunt and Josh O’Connor gets 81% on the Tomatometer. Review here.
OBSESSION continues to defy the odds, landing in second with a stellar $21 million from 3,068 theatres for Focus Features, taking it now to $190 million over five weekends in North America. Again this indie Horror was made for just $750k.
Third is SCARY MOVIE with $14.6 million for Paramount Pictures, taking it to $84.6 million domestically.
BACKROOMS is fourth with $12 million, taking it to $160.7 million for A24/Elevation Pictures. This also was made for a micro-budget of $10 million.
MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE rounds the Top Five out with $9.2 million, a tally of $47.2 million for Amazon MGM Studios.
SCARY MOVIE is back and doing it bigger than ever! The sixth film in the parody Horror franchise sets a best for the series with $52.7 million for Paramount Pictures from 3,490 theatres. As expected, this gets 27% on the Tomatometer, but none of that matters, the fans are responding to the return of The Wayans. Previous best belongs to SCARY MOVIE 3, which opened with $49 million in 2003. Review here.
Second is MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE, performing very well with $31 million from 3,677 theatres for Amazon MGM Studios, which continues to deliver some real hits this year following the success of Project Hail Mary. Critics gave this a passing 66% on the Tomatometer. Review here.
Third is BACKROOMS with $26.5 million in its second frame for A24/Elevation Pictures, taking this viral hit to $135.6 million.
OBSESSION takes fourth spot with a stellar $24.8 million in its fourth frame, taking it to $151.8 million, an all-time best for indie distributor Focus Features.
Rounding things out is animated feature THE AMAZING DIGITAL CIRCUS: THE LAST ACT, with $13 million for Fathom Entertainment.
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Synopsis: In MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE, Director Travis Knight brings the legendary franchise back to the big screen in this epic live-action adventure. After being separated for 15 years, the Sword of Power leads Prince Adam (Nicholas Galitzine) back to Eternia where he discovers his home shattered under the fiendish rule of Skeletor (Jared Leto). To save his family and his world, Adam must join forces with his closest allies, Teela (Camila Mendes) and Duncan/Man-At-Arms (Idris Elba), and embrace his true destiny as He-Man — the most powerful man in the universe.
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Watch the Guinness Book of World Record’s Brightest Drone Show Ever in Celebration of Masters of the Universe!
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On May 19, Amazon MGM Studios and Heads in the Sky launched a large-scale Masters of the Universe drone show over Hollywood Forever Cemetery, officially setting a new Guinness World Record for the Brightest Drone Show Ever (Most Powerful Drone Show Ever).
Designed as the hero moment of the global campaign, the show transformed the Los Angeles skyline with a large-scale visual experience inspired by the iconic battle between He-Man and Skeletor.
The activation combined drone storytelling, pyro drones, and one of the world’s most advanced entertainment lasers to create a premiere-level moment tied to the launch of the upcoming film. Following on-site verification, an official Guinness World Records adjudicator presented the award to the team after successfully confirming the record.
MEXICO LIGHT SHOW
On Wednesday, May 27th, Mexico will host a light show at the Chapultepec Park at approximately 9pm.
Fun Fact: This will be the biggest drone show Mexico has ever seen, with 1400 drones!
KUALA LUMPUR LIGHT SHOW
On Friday, May 29th, Malaysia will host a light show in the heart of the city at Bukit Bintang at approximately 8:30pm.
Fun Fact: The last movie to have a drone show in Kuala Lumpur was Avengers: Endgame in 2019 with 300 drones, and this event will have 600 drones.
MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE is a new, live-action adventure movie based on Mattel’s classic 80’s toy brand.
He-Man has existed across cartoons, toys, comics, and films, making it a shared reference point for multi-generational fans.
The film has a universally appealing story focusing on heroic transformation, it is about finding the power within.
The film delivers heart-pounding action, spectacle, and epic visual effects.
RELEASE DATE: In Theatres only June 5
STARRING: Nicholas Galitzine, Camila Mendes, Alison Brie, James Purefoy, Morena Baccarin,
Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson, Charlotte Riley, Featuring Kristen Wiig as the voice of “Roboto”
with Jared Leto and Idris Elba
DIRECTOR: Travis Knight
SCREENPLAY: Chris Butler and Aaron Nee & Adam Nee & Dave Callaham
STORY: Aaron Nee & Adam Nee and Alex Litvak & Michael Finch
BASED ON: MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE by MATTEL
PRODUCED BY: Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, Robbie Brenner, DeVon Franklin
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Ynon Kreiz, Bill Bannerman, David Bloomfield
GENRE: Sci-fi Action Adventure
RUNTIME: 132 minutes
In MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE, Director Travis Knight brings the legendary franchise back to the big screen in this epic live-action adventure. After being separated for 15 years, the Sword of Power leads Prince Adam (Nicholas Galitzine) back to Eternia where he discovers his home shattered under the fiendish rule of Skeletor (Jared Leto). To save his family and his world, Adam must join forces with his closest allies, Teela (Camila Mendes) and Duncan/Man-At-Arms (Idris Elba), and embrace his true destiny as He-Man — the most powerful man in the universe.
Today we get a new Trailer for MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE!
RELEASE DATE: In Theatres only June 5
STARRING: Nicholas Galitzine, Camila Mendes, Alison Brie, James Purefoy, Morena Baccarin,
Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson, Charlotte Riley, Featuring Kristen Wiig as the voice of “Roboto”
with Jared Leto and Idris Elba
DIRECTOR: Travis Knight
SCREENPLAY: Chris Butler and Aaron Nee & Adam Nee & Dave Callaham
STORY: Aaron Nee & Adam Nee and Alex Litvak & Michael Finch
BASED ON: MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE by MATTEL
PRODUCED BY: Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, Robbie Brenner, DeVon Franklin
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Ynon Kreiz, Bill Bannerman, David Bloomfield
GENRE: Sci-fi Action Adventure
RUNTIME: 132 minutes
In MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE, Director Travis Knight brings the legendary franchise back to the big screen in this epic live-action adventure. After being separated for 15 years, the Sword of Power leads Prince Adam (Nicholas Galitzine) back to Eternia where he discovers his home shattered under the fiendish rule of Skeletor (Jared Leto). To save his family and his world, Adam must join forces with his closest allies, Teela (Camila Mendes) and Duncan/Man-At-Arms (Idris Elba), and embrace his true destiny as He-Man — the most powerful man in the universe.
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On Monday, May 18, 2026, Amazon MGM Studios and Mattel welcomed guests through the gates of Castle Grayskull for the world premiere of Masters of the Universe at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood.
Attendees were transported from Hollywood to Eternia as the film’s cast, filmmakers, and special guests celebrated the epic cinematic adventure inspired by the iconic franchise.
Talent in attendance included cast members Nicholas Galitzine, Camila Mendes, Idris Elba, Alison Brie, Morena Baccarin, Sam C. Wilson, Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson, Sasheer Zamata, Christian Vunipola, Jon Xue Zhang, Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson, and Kojo Attah; director Travis Knight; producers Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, Robbie Brenner, and Devon Franklin; executive producers Ynon Kreiz and Bill Bannerman; and special guest Dolph Lundgren.
Following the screening, guests journeyed to a post-premiere celebration at The Hollywood Roosevelt, where the world of Eternia continued late into the evening.
RELEASE DATE: In Theatres only June 5
STARRING: Nicholas Galitzine, Camila Mendes, Alison Brie, James Purefoy, Morena Baccarin, Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson, Charlotte Riley, Featuring Kristen Wiig as the voice of “Roboto” with Jared Leto and Idris Elba
DIRECTOR: Travis Knight
SCREENPLAY: Chris Butler and Aaron Nee & Adam Nee & Dave Callaham
STORY: Aaron Nee & Adam Nee and Alex Litvak & Michael Finch
BASED ON: MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE by MATTEL
PRODUCED BY: Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, Robbie Brenner, DeVon Franklin
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Ynon Kreiz, Bill Bannerman, David Bloomfield
GENRE: Sci-fi Action Adventure
RATED: PG-13
RUNTIME: 140 minutes
In MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE, Director Travis Knight brings the legendary franchise back to the big screen in this epic live-action adventure. After being separated for 15 years, the Sword of Power leads Prince Adam (Nicholas Galitzine) back to Eternia where he discovers his home shattered under the fiendish rule of Skeletor (Jared Leto). To save his family and his world, Adam must join forces with his closest allies, Teela (Camila Mendes) and Duncan/Man-At-Arms (Idris Elba), and embrace his true destiny as He-Man — the most powerful man in the universe.
New Character Posters Are Available Now from MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE!
Only in Theatres June 5, 2026 via Amazon MGM Studios
In MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE, Director Travis Knight brings the legendary franchise back to the big screen in this epic live-action adventure. After being separated for 15 years, the Sword of Power leads Prince Adam (Nicholas Galitzine) back to Eternia where he discovers his home shattered under the fiendish rule of Skeletor (Jared Leto). To save his family and his world, Adam must join forces with his closest allies, Teela (Camila Mendes) and Duncan/Man-At-Arms (Idris Elba), and embrace his true destiny as He-Man — the most powerful man in the universe.
Starring Nicholas Galitzine, Camila Mendes, Alison Brie, James Purefoy, Morena Baccarin,
Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson, Charlotte Riley, Featuring Kristen Wiig as the voice of “Roboto”
with Jared Leto and Idris Elba
Directed by Travis Knight
Screenplay by Chris Butler and Aaron Nee & Adam Nee & Dave Callaham
Story by Aaron Nee & Adam Nee and Alex Litvak & Michael Finch
Based on MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE by MATTEL
Produced by Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, Robbie Brenner, DeVon Franklin
Executive Producers Ynon Kreiz, Bill Bannerman, David Bloomfield
Genre Sci-fi Action Adventure
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Get to know our hero of Eternia in a new featurette about the iconic character, He-Man. Masters of the Universe from Amazon MGM Studios and Mattel Studios, based on the iconic franchise, will be released theatrically on June 5, 2026.
Watch: “Who is He-Man?” Featurette:
MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE is a new, live-action adventure movie based on Mattel’s classic 80’s toy brand.
He-Man has existed across cartoons, toys, comics, and films, making it a shared reference point for multi-generational fans.
The film has a universally appealing story focusing on heroic transformation, it is about finding the power within.
The film delivers heart-pounding action, spectacle, and epic visual effects.
STARRING: Nicholas Galitzine, Camila Mendes, Alison Brie, James Purefoy, Morena Baccarin,
Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson, Charlotte Riley, Featuring Kristen Wiig as the voice of “Roboto”
with Jared Leto and Idris Elba
DIRECTOR: Travis Knight
SCREENPLAY: Chris Butler and Aaron Nee & Adam Nee & Dave Callaham
STORY: Aaron Nee & Adam Nee and Alex Litvak & Michael Finch
BASED ON: MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE by MATTEL
PRODUCED BY: Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, Robbie Brenner, DeVon Franklin
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Ynon Kreiz, Bill Bannerman, David Bloomfield
GENRE: Sci-fi Action Adventure
RUNTIME: 132 minutes
In MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE, Director Travis Knight brings the legendary franchise back to the big screen in this epic live-action adventure. After being separated for 15 years, the Sword of Power leads Prince Adam (Nicholas Galitzine) back to Eternia where he discovers his home shattered under the fiendish rule of Skeletor (Jared Leto). To save his family and his world, Adam must join forces with his closest allies, Teela (Camila Mendes) and Duncan/Man-At-Arms (Idris Elba), and embrace his true destiny as He-Man — the most powerful man in the universe.
Today we get new Featurettes from MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE, coming to theatres June 5, 2026 via Amazon MGM Studios Canada.
STARRING: Nicholas Galitzine, Camila Mendes, Alison Brie, James Purefoy, Morena Baccarin,
Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson, Charlotte Riley, Featuring Kristen Wiig as the voice of “Roboto”
with Jared Leto and Idris Elba
DIRECTOR: Travis Knight
SCREENPLAY: Chris Butler and Aaron Nee & Adam Nee & Dave Callaham
STORY: Aaron Nee & Adam Nee and Alex Litvak & Michael Finch
BASED ON: MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE by MATTEL
PRODUCED BY: Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, Robbie Brenner, DeVon Franklin
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Ynon Kreiz, Bill Bannerman, David Bloomfield
GENRE: Sci-fi Action Adventure
RUNTIME: 132 minutes
In MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE, Director Travis Knight brings the legendary franchise back to the big screen in this epic live-action adventure. After being separated for 15 years, the Sword of Power leads Prince Adam (Nicholas Galitzine) back to Eternia where he discovers his home shattered under the fiendish rule of Skeletor (Jared Leto). To save his family and his world, Adam must join forces with his closest allies, Teela (Camila Mendes) and Duncan/Man-At-Arms (Idris Elba), and embrace his true destiny as He-Man — the most powerful man in the universe.
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