The Legend of Zelda Live-Action Film Completes Shooting in New Zealand

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After six months of filming, the live-action adaptation of The Legend of Zelda has completed its shooting phase. Sony Pictures confirmed at Cinemacon 2026 that the film has entered post-production, where teams will handle visual effects and technical adjustments; reshoots are possible if necessary. Wes Ball, known for directing The Maze Runner trilogy and The New Realm: Planet of the Apes, directed the film. Benjamin Evan Ainsworth stars as Link, and Bo Bragason plays Princess Zelda; their casting in the lead roles was confirmed in November 2025, and they were later seen wielding bows and arrows during filming in open, green fields. Nintendo announced the movie in 2023. Principal photography began on November 4, 2025, in Wellington, New Zealand, and reportedly wrapped up by April 7, 2026. The film was shot primarily in New Zealand, utilizing natural settings, some of which were also used in The Lord of the Rings trilogy. Shigeru Miyamoto, the creator of Zelda, and Avi Arad produced the film, with Derek Connolly penning the script. Sony Pictures co-financed the project with Nintendo, which is closely supervising this adaptation, its first live-action film based on the popular video game franchise.

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The release date for The Legend of Zelda is May 7, 2027. After its theatrical run and availability for home viewing, the film will be available on Netflix. Few details about the plot or the rest of the cast have been revealed, fueling speculation around the project. A first teaser may arrive this summer. This venture signifies Nintendo’s growing presence in cinema, building on the commercial success of Super Mario Bros and Super Mario Galaxy Movie at the box office.

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