Nintendo has provided an updated cast list for its upcoming live-action The Legend of Zelda movie, confirming several new additions to the production. The film, which follows the commercial success of The Super Mario Bros. Movie and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, is now set to arrive in theaters on April 30, 2027.
Quick Facts
- Release Date: April 30, 2027
- Lead Cast: Bo Bragason (Zelda) and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth (Link)
- Supporting Cast: Uli Latukefu (Ganondorf), Dichen Lachman (Impa), Yvonne Strahovski, and the late Sam Neill
- Production Team: Shigeru Miyamoto, Avi Arad, and director Wes Ball
Production Status and Cast Details
Nintendo confirmed the central roles of Bo Bragason as Zelda and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Link following the project's initial announcement. The 2026 update expanded the ensemble to include Severance star Dichen Lachman, who will play Impa, alongside Uli Latukefu as the antagonist Ganondorf and actor Yvonne Strahovski.
Notably, the film will feature the late Sam Neill in his final big-screen performance. While his specific character remains unconfirmed, his inclusion marks a final contribution to a production overseen by Nintendo’s Shigeru Miyamoto and producers Avi Arad and Wes Ball. Filming for the project concluded in April 2026.
Status of Zelda on Television
Despite persistent rumors regarding potential television projects, Nintendo has no plans for a The Legend of Zelda series. While previous reports suggested that Netflix once explored a live-action adaptation, those plans were reportedly abandoned alongside a separate project involving the Star Fox franchise.