The Legend Of Zelda Live-Action Movie Has Officially Wrapped Filming

Arriving in cinemas next year

by Liam Doolan 2 hours ago

Although most of the focus has been on the Super Mario Galaxy Movie in recent weeks, we've got some rather big news about The Legend of Zelda live-action film.

According to an update at Cinema Con 2026, Sony Pictures has announced filming on the new movie has officially wrapped (thanks, IGN).

The movie is currently scheduled for a global release on 7th May 2027. It will also be streamed exclusively on Netflix following its theatrical and home entertainment release periods.

Nintendo hasn't revealed much about this new movie just yet, but Miyamoto previously confirmed Link will be played by Benjamin Evan Ainsworth and Zelda will be played by Bo Bragason.

When we hear more updates, we'll let you know.

Liam is a news writer and reviewer on Nintendo Life. He's been writing about games for more than 15 years and is a lifelong fan of many iconic video game characters.

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Dee123
1 hour ago

I wonder how long they'll be able to keep the Ganon casting secret?

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DankPeezy
1 hour ago

Absolutely flabbergasted and elated that an actual LoZ movie is coming to fruition. Easily my most anticipated piece of media right now. Movie, game, show, music or otherwise. Can't wait!

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GoldenSunRM
1 hour ago

Would have preferred something animated, but it's still cool.

I'm so worried about how they made Ganondorf tough...

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UpsideDownRowlet
1 hour ago

With the Zelda series' reincarnation shtick, it's possible that this movie could end up (soft) canon to the lore, which could be interesting.

Then again, the movie probably won't be good, so actually let's hope not.

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Pak-Man
1 hour ago

I have reservations. Like- I'm 90% reservations. But the other 10% of me knows it's not going to NOT see a live-action Zelda movie.

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Torakaka
1 hour ago

Trailer soon?

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MeloMan
1 hour ago

I can't wait to know who they pegged for Ganondorf.

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N8tiveT3ch
56 mins ago

That was fast. Link must have nailed his lines.

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iLikeUrAttitude
52 mins ago

@Dee123 With how rampant leak culture is now, probably not very long.
I suspect we'll get major leaks before the theatrical release of the movie, probably a week or longer before it's officially out.

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Retron
51 mins ago

pleasedon'tsuckpleasedon'tsuckpleasedon'tsuck

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AussieMcBucket
50 mins ago

Cue the treasure chest music!

"Ba-da-da-dum!!"

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AussieMcBucket
48 mins ago

I doubt this movie will suck. Everyone knows what they're doing. I'm sure it will at least be okay.

Then again, given everyone's fiery reactions to the Mario movies... We're doomed. Ninten-doomed.

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iLikeUrAttitude
48 mins ago

Genuinely wondering if I should give this movie a try when it comes out seeing as how I know nothing about Zelda.

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N00BiSH
39 mins ago

Just please please PLEASE be better than the Mario movies, it's not even that hard to accomplish, just tell an actual story with a smaller, more focused cast of characters and flesh out their dynamics in ways that the games don't typically offer while still remaining true to their spirit.