Masters of the Universe (1987)
English fantasy film directed by Gary Goddard
Rated PG in the US
Parental guidance suggested: some material may not be suitable for children.
- Runtime
- 1h 41m 101 min
- Released
- 7 August 1987
- Language
- English
Runtime and rating from Wikidata. The Indian CBFC certificate is added if the film releases in India.
Masters of the Universe has a runtime of 1 hour 41 minutes (101 min). In the US it is rated PG. The English film released on 7 August 1987. It is directed by Gary Goddard and stars Dolph Lundgren, Frank Langella and Meg Foster.
Cast and crew
- Director
- Gary Goddard
- Cast
- Dolph Lundgren, Frank Langella, Meg Foster, Chelsea Field, Billy Barty, Courteney Cox, Robert Duncan McNeill, Jon Cypher, James Tolkan, Christina Pickles, Anthony De Longis, Barry Livingston
- Cinematography
- Hanania Baer
- Editing
- Anne V. Coates
- Music
- Bill Conti
- Written by
- Donald F. Glut, Stephen Tolkin, David Odell
- Produced by
- Yoram Globus, Menahem Golan, Edward R. Pressman
- Production
- The Cannon Group
- Distribution
- The Cannon Group, Netflix
Box office, awards and more
- Budget
- $22 million
- Based on
- Masters of the Universe
- Set in
- Eternia, New Jersey
- Filmed in
- California, Los Angeles
- Country
- United States
Release and where to watch
- In theatres
- 7 August 1987
- On OTT
- Netflix date not announced
Can children watch it?
Fine for most children, but parents may want to check it first. This is the MPA rating in the US; other countries rate films separately.
Questions people ask
What is the runtime of Masters of the Universe?
Masters of the Universe has a runtime of 1 hour 41 minutes, or 101 min.
When did Masters of the Universe release?
Masters of the Universe released on 7 August 1987.
Who directed Masters of the Universe?
Masters of the Universe is directed by Gary Goddard.
Who is in the cast of Masters of the Universe?
The cast of Masters of the Universe includes Dolph Lundgren, Frank Langella, Meg Foster, Chelsea Field, Billy Barty and Courteney Cox.
Where can I watch Masters of the Universe online?
Masters of the Universe streams on Netflix.
What is the budget of Masters of the Universe?
The budget of Masters of the Universe is reported as $22 million.
What is Masters of the Universe rated in the US?
Masters of the Universe is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association.
Is Masters of the Universe based on a true story or a book?
Masters of the Universe is based on Masters of the Universe.
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