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Kevin Smith set to return to helm the He-Man follow-up Masters of the Universe: Revolution

By Andre Farquharson

ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 18: Writer and director Kevin Smith delighted He-Man fans at 2019 Power-Con with his announcement of a new anime show coming to Netflix: Masters is the Universe: Revelation. Smith will serve as writer and show runner and Smith and David will both serve as Executive Producers. (Photo by Rich Polk/Getty Images for Mattel)
ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 18: Writer and director Kevin Smith delighted He-Man fans at 2019 Power-Con with his announcement of a new anime show coming to Netflix: Masters is the Universe: Revelation. Smith will serve as writer and show runner and Smith and David will both serve as Executive Producers. (Photo by Rich Polk/Getty Images for Mattel) /
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As per Netflix Geeked Week, Kevin Smith is set to return to executive produce a potential follow-up to 2021’s Masters of the Universe: Revelation. 

On Thursday, IGN Reported that during Netflix Geeked Week, Kevin Smith is set to return to executive produce a new He-Man project called Masters of the Universe: Revolution. It apparently is a potential follow-up to 2021’s Masters of the Universe: Revelation which made its debut on the streaming giant.

What is Masters of the Universe: Revolution?

Although there have not been many other announcements such as the voice cast, producers, crew, and talent though it is predicted all should be revealed within the coming months. It is not confirmed if the same cast from MOTU: Revelation will reprise their roles or if they will be joined by the same animation studio Powerhouse Animation. The synopsis from IGN is as follows:

"“Billed as an all-new story in the battle of Eternia, Revolution will once pit He-Man and his allies against the nefarious Skeletor while picking up right where the previous series left off.”"

So, according to the video game and media outlet, this should be a direct sequel to MOTU: Revelation rather than a soft reboot, itself a spiritual successor to the mid-late 80s Filmation He-Man and the Masters of the Universe. What is a certainty is that MOTU: Revolution will be distributed by Netflix’s Ted Biaselli and Mattel TV is most likely involved.

What has been the reception of the previous He-Man series?

The reception of the series, MOTU: Revelation parts 1 and 2 have been generally positive from critics. On Rotten Tomatoes, both parts received a 92% certified fresh rating though with a poultry audience score near the 40s.

From the general consensus, many praised the incredible voice cast which includes the likes of Mark Hamill, Chris Wood, Liam Cunningham, Sarah Michelle Gellar, and Lena Headey in addition to the more visceral, kinetic, and anime-inspired animation style and backdrop.

However, some fans and critics alike criticized the direction, characterization of some of the supporting cast and disproportionate male/female anatomic design, and the narrative choices, particularly with He-Man himself. No one was ever clearer than what Variety stated.

Be sure to look out for subsequent updates on MOTU: Revolution and this writer at Bam Smack Pow will be sure to be one of the first to review some of the episodes when it comes out.

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What are your thoughts on Masters of the Universe: Revelation? Any plans on watching its sequel Masters of the Universe: Revolution when it makes its debut on Netflix? Or are you fed up with the oversaturation of He-Man across media of late? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!

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