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- A live-action adaptation of The Legend of Zelda, helmed by Wes Ball and produced by Sony Pictures and Nintendo, is in production with a planned release date in 2027.
- Principal cast includes Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Link and Bo Bragason as Princess Zelda, with Shigeru Miyamoto and former Marvel producer Avi Arad attached to the project.
- The filming is taking place in New Zealand, with a focus on utilizing the countrys natural landscapes to create the realistic setting of Hyrule.
- The story centers around Links quest to confront Warlord Ganon and collect sacred artifacts to thwart his ambitions, involving navigating dungeons, battling monsters, and solving puzzles. Following the success of The Super Mario Bros. Movie, further adaptations of game properties are reportedly in development by Studio As.
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Live-Action Zelda Film: The Hero’s Quest Begins in New Zealand, 2023-26
Production of the live-action Legend of Zelda film, helmed by Maze Runner director Wes Ball, began in 2023 with a six-month shoot in Wellington, New Zealand, and is scheduled to conclude in April 2026, according to FTIA. The principal cast includes Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Link and Bo Bragason as Princess Zelda. Shigeru Miyamoto from Nintendo and former Marvel producer Avi Arad are also attached to the project. Jurassic World screenwriter Derek Connolly penned the script. Ball has stated his intention to capture the realism of Hyrule by utilizing New Zealand’s natural landscapes. The film centers on Link, a hero from Hyrule, who must confront Warlord Ganon’s quest for the Triforce. Link’s journey involves navigating treacherous dungeons, battling formidable monsters, and solving intricate puzzles to collect sacred artifacts and thwart Ganon’s ambitions. Sony Pictures, in partnership with Nintendo, will distribute the film globally. The theatrical release in France is slated for May 5, 2027. Following the success of The Super Mario Bros. Movie, Studio As is reportedly planning further adaptations of its game properties, with sequels to the Mario film already in development at Illumination Studios.
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| Specification | |
|---|---|
| Official Name | The Legend of Zelda |
| Brief Summary | A live-action adaptation of the Legend of Zelda video game series. |
| Released | May 6, 2027 |
| Genre | Action, Adventure, Fantasy |
| Production Companies | Nintendo, Arad Productions, Oddball Entertainment |
| Countries of Origin | US |
| Actors | Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, Bo Bragason |
| Director | Wes Ball |
| Authors | Derek Connolly |
| Producers | Avi Arad, Shigeru Miyamoto, Joe Hartwick Jr., Wes Ball |