A few weeks back, Netflix announced a 2D anime series MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE: REVELATION was headed our way from CLERKS and JAY AND SILENT BOB STRIKE BACK writer-director Kevin Smith. And today we hear that Netflix and Mattel Television are producing an original CG animated series based on HE-MAN AND THE MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE.
Fred Soulie, Mattel’s Senior Vice President of Content Distribution and Business Development, said the series will "strive for a contemporary appeal that also satisfies longtime fans of the sword-and-sorcery exploits of characters such as Extendar, Man-At-Arms, Gwilor, Battle Cat and Roboto."
He adds:
Masters of the Universe is one of the most iconic franchises of all time, with a 30-year history and a passionate fan base. The entire team at Mattel is excited to introduce the world of He-Man to a new generation and, together with the talented team at Netflix, to reimagine the classic characters in a way that appeals to kids and families today, while also resonating with the fans who grew up with them.
Bryan Q Miller (ARROW, SMALLVILLE, SLEEPY HOLLOW) will serve as story editor on the series which follows this logline:
On the planet of Eternia, a young lost prince discovers the powers of Grayskull and transforms into He-Man, Master of the Universe! The classic battle between He-Man and evil Skeletor rages to new heights as both hero and villain forge new and mighty teams. A new generation of heroes fighting for the fate of us all. In the end, who will become Master of the Universe?
The series is developed for television by Rob David and produced by Mattel Television with Jeff Matsuda and Susan Corbin (VOLTRON). Executive producers are Adam Bonnett (DESCENDANTS), Christopher Keenan (BATMAN BEYOND), and Rob David (MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE: REVELATION, TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES). Animation services are being provided by House of Cool and CGCG (TROLLHUNTERS).
Check out the poster below.
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