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Kristen Wiig to Voice Roboto as Masters of the Universe Moves Into Post-Production

After wrapping in June, the film has moved into its final editing stage with the first promotional elements set to roll out ahead of its June 5, 2026 release.

Kristen Wiig and Maya Rudolph hold a raw chicken in a sketch from Saturday Night Live.
Image of the 1980s cartoon Masters of the Universe starring He Man.
WONDER WOMAN 1984 Star Kristin Wiig Joins MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE Movie As Roboto
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Overview

  • Kristen Wiig will voice Roboto, marking the first time a woman portrays the mechanical Heroic Warrior originally introduced in the 1980s toyline.
  • Filming wrapped in June; the Travis Knight–directed Masters of the Universe has moved into its visual effects phase.
  • Amazon MGM Studios has scheduled the worldwide theatrical release for June 5, 2026, with a timeline for VFX completion followed by global marketing campaigns.
  • Key cast members include Nicholas Galitzine as Prince Adam/He-Man; Jared Leto as Skeletor; Camila Mendes as Teela; Idris Elba as Man-at-Arms; Alison Brie as Evil-Lyn.
  • Marketing is shifting from production teases—such as logos and prop reveals—to trailers and teasers that highlight the film’s blend of franchise-faithful design with modern CGI.