“The Legend of Zelda” world will soon jump from Nintendo devices to the big screen.
Nintendo unveiled the release date for the upcoming live-action movie adaptation of its classic video game series on Friday through its new app Nintendo Today.
The video game giant announced the adventure film back in November 2023 as part of a production partnership with Sony Pictures. The fantasy franchise creator Shigeru Miyamoto previously announced he will serve as a producer alongside Marvel Studios founder Avi Arad.
The new film comes as the line between video games, film and television continues to blur through new adaptations. The “Zelda” movie follows the massive success of Nintendo’s 2023 blockbuster “The Super Mario Bros. Movie.” The animated film went on to gross over $1.3 billion globally and was nominated for three Golden Globe awards.
While much about the movie is left unknown, including its cast and story plot, here’s what fans should know as of now.
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When does the live-action ‘Zelda’ movie come out?
The live-action “The Legend of Zelda” movie is slated to release worldwide on March 26, 2027.
What is ‘The Legend of Zelda’ about?
“The Legend of Zelda” video game franchise takes place in the fantasy realm of Hyrule, where three goddesses created a magical object known as the Triforce. Each game follows the young hero Link, who wields a legendary sword as he defeats evil and saves the magical Princess Zelda.
Who is directing the ‘Zelda’ movie?
Wes Ball will direct Nintendo and Sony’s live-action “The Legend of Zelda” movie, according to Variety and The Hollywood Reporter.
Ball, 44, is best known for directing the “Maze Runner” film trilogy and last year’s “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes.”
Live-action ‘Legend of Zelda’ cast
Nintendo and Sony have kept casting details for the live-action “The Legend of Zelda” movie under wraps.
However, that has not stopped fans from flooding social media with demands for “Euphoria” star Hunter Schafer to be cast as the titular character thanks to her strong physical resemblance.
