The anticipation surrounding the 2026 live-action He-Man movie has sparked discussions about potential cameos, particularly that of Dolph Lundgren, who famously portrayed He-Man in the 1987 film. Recently, Lundgren hinted at a secret project on his social media, leading fans to speculate about his involvement in the new film. This summary explores the possibilities of his character and the implications for the He-Man franchise.

Update: Dolph has revealed that he is in London, England for his secret project. The new Masters of the Universe movie is currently filming in London.


Key Points

  1. Dolph Lundgren’s Hint
    • Lundgren posted a photo of himself getting fitted for a wig, referencing a secret project.
    • This has led to speculation about his role in the upcoming 2026 Masters of the Universe movie.
  2. Potential Characters for Lundgren
    • King Randor:
      • The most obvious choice as He-Man’s father.
      • Already cast, making this option unlikely.
    • King / Captain Miro:
      • Grandfather of Prince Adam.
      • Likely to appear in flashbacks.
      • Fits the criteria for a cameo.
    • He-Ro:
      • The most powerful wizard in the universe.
      • Originally intended for a toy line spin-off in 1987 called Powers of Grayskull.
      • Considered a long shot due to limited recognition in He-Man media.
    • King Grayskull:
      • Introduced in the 2002 He-Man revival on Cartoon Network.
      • Frequently featured in recent Mattel projects.
      • Most likely character for Lundgren to portray.