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Euphoria star Hunter Schafer eyed for Princess Zelda in live-action Legend of Zelda film

Producers are aiming to leverage Schafer’s fan support to shape final casting decisions.

L: The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom game for the Nintendo Switch. R: Hunter Schafer attends the HBO Max FYC event for 'Euphoria' at Academy Museum of Motion Pictures on April 20, 2022 in Los Angeles, California.
Fans agree Hunter Schafer would slay as Zelda in a Nintendo live-action. (Getty Images/Nintendo)
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Overview

  • Industry insider Daniel Richtman reports Schafer is under serious consideration for Princess Zelda, though Nintendo and Sony have yet to confirm any casting choices.
  • Wes Ball is set to direct the adaptation with Shigeru Miyamoto and Avi Arad producing and Derek Connolly writing the screenplay.
  • Schafer has expressed enthusiasm for the role and has been championed by fans for her resemblance to the Hylian princess.
  • The live-action film is scheduled to premiere on March 26, 2027, as a collaboration between Nintendo and Sony Pictures.
  • Fan communities have voiced both strong support and criticism over a trans actress being considered for the iconic character.