The Legend of Zelda

COMING SOON — Nintendo’s live‑action The Legend of Zelda brings the world of Hyrule to life through the epic landscapes and craft of Aotearoa New Zealand.
International Production
Feature 2027 Fantasy, Action, Adventure
Zelda

The Legend of Zelda is scheduled for theatrical release in 2027.

Based on Nintendo’s globally renowned video game franchise, The Legend of Zelda is a live‑action fantasy adventure that brings the mythical world of Hyrule to the big screen. Directed by Wes Ball and produced by Nintendo’s Shigeru Miyamoto alongside Avi Arad, the film follows Link, a young hero destined to protect the kingdom from an encroaching darkness, as he embarks on a perilous journey shaped by courage, destiny and discovery.

Filmed in New Zealand, the production drew on the country’s dramatic landscapes and established screen infrastructure to realise a grounded, cinematic interpretation of the Zelda universe, reinforcing the country’s reputation as a premier destination for ambitious international storytelling.

Directors

Wes Ball

Producers

Shigeru Miyamoto
Avi Arad
Joe Hartwick Jr

Cast

Benjamin Evan Ainsworth
Link
Bo Bragason
Princess Zelda

Production Company
Sony

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