The Legend of Zelda
- Mar 26, 2027, USA
The Legend of Zelda was first released in 1986 to the delight of gamers worldwide. Since then, it has become one of Nintendo’s most successful video game franchises, resulting in 21 games and inspiring various spin-offs, such as Hyrule Warriors.
For this reason, it is deemed by many as one of the greatest video games of all time, so it might seem inevitable that the movie would one day hit the big screen.
If you’re a fan of the franchise, you’ll be happy to know Nintendo and Sony Pictures are developing a live-action film. Keep reading to learn more about The Legend of Zelda movie (2027), including its release date, plot, cast, director, and more.
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What is the Release Date for The Legend of Zelda Movie?
The live-action version of The Legend of Zelda is slated for release on March 26, 2027.
What’s the Plot?
The plot for the upcoming Legend of Zelda movie hasn’t been confirmed. However, it is expected to adapt a storyline from one of the 21 games in the series. Whatever story they choose, it is likely to feature Zelda and Link as the main characters.
Who Will Star in the Movie?
The cast for the 2027 Legend of Zelda movie hasn’t been announced, but many people have thrown their hat into the ring.
For instance, Patricia Summersett, best known for voicing Princess Zelda in the video games, recently stated she would love to return to the role.
Also, Hunter Schafer, who starred in The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes (2023), has stated she is interested in playing the iconic character on the silver screen.
The actress said, “I love the game, personally. I played it as a kid, and I still play it now. Who knows! That would be pretty cool.”
Many fans have already started debating who might play Link, but there hasn’t been an official announcement.
BEO betting odds are showing that Tom Holland (Spider-Man: Homecoming) is the frontrunner to play Link; however, other British actors are in the running, such as Thomas Brodie-Sangster (Love Actually), Asa Butterfield (Sex Education), and Taron Egerton (Rocket Man).
If the role doesn’t go to one of the above actors, betting odds predict it could go to a North American actor, such as Timothee Chalamet (A Complete Unknown), Jacob Tremblay (Room), or Tanner Buchanan (Cobra Kai), to name a few.
During an appearance at IGN Arcade, Haley Joel Osment (Pay It Forward) expressed he would be eager to secure a role in the upcoming flick, too.
Who Will Direct It?
Wes Ball has signed on to direct the live-action Legend of Zelda movie. The American filmmaker is best known for directing the Maze Runner trilogy (2014 to 2018) and Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (2024).
Ball is likely delighted to direct the flick, as he tweeted about his desire to make it in 2010. He stated his goal would be to create a movie in a similar style to Avatar (2009) by James Cameron.
When discussing the film recently, he said, “This awesome fantasy-adventure movie isn’t like Lord of the Rings. It’s its own thing. I’ve always said I’d love to see a live-action Miyazaki. That wonder and wisdom he brings to things. I’d love to see something like that.”
