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Nintendo Reveals First Look at Live-Action Zelda as Filming Begins in New Zealand

The studio set May 7, 2027 for theaters, signaling its push toward a steadier pipeline of game-to-film releases.

Overview

  • Nintendo released three official images via the Nintendo Today app showing Bo Bragason as Princess Zelda and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Link in costume.
  • Shigeru Miyamoto confirmed production is underway in a natural setting and said filming is progressing smoothly toward the 2027 date.
  • The photos depict Zelda in a blue tunic with a bow and quiver and Link in green without his hat or the Master Sword, highlighting game-inspired designs.
  • Wes Ball directs with producers Miyamoto and Avi Arad, Sony handles distribution, and New Zealand serves as the primary filming location.
  • Bragason and Ainsworth are the only officially confirmed cast; other roles and rumored multi-film plans, including speculation around Dichen Lachman as Impa, remain unconfirmed.