A new adventure begins for Link and Zelda.
Nintendo just dropped big news for Legend of Zelda fans everywhere: the beloved video game series is officially coming to life on the big screen with a live-action film. The movie, produced with Sony Pictures and directed by Wes Ball, now has its main cast.
Shigeru Miyamoto, the legendary creator behind Zelda, made the announcement himself. “I am pleased to announce that for the live-action film of The Legend of Zelda, Zelda will be played by Bo Bragason, and Link by Benjamin Evan Ainsworth. I am very much looking forward to seeing both of them on the big screen,” Miyamoto shared. The movie is set to hit theaters May 7, 2027.
Who’s Behind the Camera?
Wes Ball is best known for helming the Maze Runner trilogy. He also directed the recent Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes. Now he is taking on the ambitious quest of bringing Hyrule to life. Ball’s knack for thrilling, large-scale adventures makes him a fitting choice for this massive fantasy epic.
Meet the New Link and Zelda
Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, who will wield the Master Sword as Link, is no stranger to fan-favorite roles. He voiced Pinocchio in Disney’s 2022 live-action remake and also starred in Netflix’s The Haunting of Bly Manor.
Bo Bragason is stepping into Princess Zelda’s royal boots. She is an up-and-coming talent who made waves with standout performances in The Peripheral and The Witcher: Blood Origin.
A Legendary Legacy
First released in 1986, The Legend of Zelda franchise has grown into one of the most iconic and influential series in gaming history. Its sprawling adventures, puzzle-filled dungeons, and timeless heroes have sold over 150 million copies worldwide and inspired countless sequels, spinoffs, and fan creations.
With a trusted director, fresh-faced leads, and Nintendo’s blessing, this live-action take on Link and Zelda’s adventures might finally give fans the big-screen Hyrule they’ve been dreaming of for decades.
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Sean Tajipour
Sean Tajipour is the Founder and Editor of Nerdtropolis and the host of the Moviegoers Society and Reel Insights Podcast. He is also a member of the Critics Choice Association. You can follow on Twitter and Instagram @Seantaj.
