5 Actors Who Could Play She-Ra in the Masters of the Universe Sequel

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The new Masters of the Universe movie is a fun, epic adventure that will please longtime fans, and it doesn’t shy away from impactful moments. Though the story wraps up nicely, several scenes after the credits hint at what could come next, including the introduction of the character She-Ra. With She-Ra likely to play a big role in future films, we’ve picked out five actresses who would be a great fit for the part, starting with someone already familiar with superhero roles.

5. Katherine McNamara

Katherine McNamara is no stranger to big franchises. She’s known for playing Mia Smoak in the Arrowverse, appearing in shows like Supergirl, Batwoman, and The Flash where she consistently delivered strong performances. Beyond that, she’s starred in projects like The Stand, Shadowhunters, Air Force One Down, and Walker: Independence, all of which demonstrate skills and experience that would fit perfectly into the world of She-Ra.

4. Meg Donnelly

Meg Donnelly has experience with big franchises, having played Addison in all four Zombies movies, including last year’s Zombies 4: Dawn of the Vampires. The Zombies series combines magic and the supernatural, and Donnelly’s confident and charming performance as Addison would make her a strong addition to the Masters of the Universe franchise.

3. Dove Cameron

Dove Cameron, similar to Donnelly, has a strong background with Disney, having played Mal, the daughter of Maleficent, in the hugely popular Descendants series. Those films combined musical numbers with impressive fight scenes, skills that would be valuable in a She-Ra project. Cameron has also recently starred in the successful 56 days and the charming Schmigadoon!, proving she can effortlessly balance the action, emotion, and comedy that Masters of the Universe requires.

2. Samara Weaving

Samara Weaving would be a fantastic choice to play She-Ra, especially after her recent success in Ready or Not 2: Here I Come. Even with a great cast, she consistently stands out, as she did in Over Your Dead Body. Weaving is naturally skilled at portraying physically demanding roles, demonstrated in films like Ready or Not and Snake Eyes. She could easily bring that strength, combat ability, and more to the role of She-Ra.

1. Anya Taylor-Joy

Anya Taylor-Joy is one of the most sought-after actors working today, and it’s clear why. She has a special quality that she brings to every character, and she takes on a remarkably diverse range of roles. From the action of Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga to the dark comedy of The Menu, the period drama of Peaky Blinders, the strategic intensity of The Queen’s Gambit, the thriller The Gorge, and even the playful Princess Peach in The Super Mario Movie, she consistently delivers unique and compelling performances. She’d bring a perfect blend of strength, smarts, charisma, and toughness to the role of She-Ra.

Masters of the Universe is in theaters now.

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2026-06-06 07:10