By The Power of Grayskull
One of the last properties to get a digital treatment via a streaming service, He-Man and The Masters of The Universe is about to be launched as a new series on Netflix.
From the trades:
Get ready to raise your mighty power sword aloft once again and yell “By the power of Grayskull!” Netflix has announced the return of He-Man and the Masters of the Universe in an all-new animated CGI animated series. This new series, made in partnership with Mattel Television, will reimagine the Masters of the Universe classic tale with all-new storylines and a fresh take on the iconic characters.
You remember the story as well. Right?
Kevin Smith is All Over a Version of This As Well
This launch coincides with the efforts of the one and only, Kevin Smith, who is launching an anime-inspired version of He-Man and The Masters of the Universe for the streamer as well.
From the trades:
“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?”
I can’t wait to see two different versions of Skeletor on Netflix.
What Are We To Make of All of This?
This is one series that will probably work well with a streaming audience, particularly on Netflix who has struggled with making cartoons for kids in general, and for young male audiences in particular.
Look for two He-Man series on Netflix coming soon.
