The Hawaiian actor, known for balancing action-packed roles with larger-than-life screen presence, described 2026 as a defining chapter professionally.
“It's probably my biggest year of my career,” Momoa said during an interview with AFP, as he reflected on a slate of major productions that span science fiction, superhero films, video game adaptations, and drama.
Among the projects generating excitement is his role as Lobo in the upcoming Supergirl movie. The actor described portraying the notorious intergalactic bounty hunter as “a childhood dream,” a role many fans have long hoped he would play due to his physical resemblance to the comic-book antihero.
Momoa is also set to appear in the live-action adaptation of Street Fighter and will return to the universe of Dune, whose third and final installment is expected to arrive in theaters later this year.
The actor's busy schedule extends beyond blockbuster franchises. He recently collaborated with acclaimed filmmaker Julian Schnabel on In the Hand of Dante, a project Momoa described as especially meaningful because Schnabel is his favorite director.
While action and fantasy have largely defined his career—from Game of Thrones to his portrayal of Aquaman—Momoa said one of the most rewarding aspects of recent years has been the opportunity to explore comedy.
That side of his acting abilities was on full display in A Minecraft Movie, which became one of the year's biggest box-office surprises.
“Minecraft really was huge, you know? We didn't see that coming,” he said.
For Momoa, the film represented more than commercial success. It allowed him to do something he had long wanted to pursue.
“I always wanted to do comedy. I mean, I've always done action my whole life,” he said, noting that playing warriors, heroes and superheroes had become almost expected. The chance to “make people laugh,” however, offered a refreshing change.
Comedy has also strengthened his connection with his family. Momoa recalled fond memories of working on The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part, where he voiced a humorous version of Aquaman.
“It was an epic moment because my kids got to see me do the looping (voiceover),” he said. While his children may not always be impressed by his action-star credentials, he joked that “when I'm involved with Lego, I'm an all-star.”
That relationship with the iconic toy brand has now expanded. Momoa has been unveiled as “the Playmaster,” the face of “Never Stop Playing,” an initiative designed to encourage families to spend more time playing together in an era increasingly dominated by screens and social media.
The campaign resonates deeply with the actor, who says Lego has been a constant presence across generations in his household.
“I grew up with Lego. My children grew up with Lego,” he said, describing the colorful building blocks as a powerful outlet for creativity, imagination and self-expression.
For Momoa, the partnership carries a personal significance beyond advertising. One highlight was receiving his own Lego-inspired character figure.
“Being chosen by Lego to have your own little action figures... for them to make that was pretty special,” he said.
As blockbuster releases, dream roles and family-focused projects converge, Momoa appears to be enjoying a rare moment where professional achievement and personal fulfillment are moving in the same direction. “It's something that makes my heart smile,” he added.