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Nintendo Moves Live-Action Legend of Zelda Film Up to April 30, 2027

The move signals confidence in a project now deep into post-production.

Overview

  • Shigeru Miyamoto announced Wednesday on Nintendo’s official account that the worldwide theatrical release shifts to April 30, 2027, one week earlier than planned.
  • This marks the second change after an initial March 2027 date was delayed to May 7 for production reasons and is now advanced by a week.
  • Principal photography took place in New Zealand, began in November 2025, and wrapped earlier this year, with the film now in post-production.
  • Nintendo and Sony are partnering on the adaptation led by producers Shigeru Miyamoto and Avi Arad, with Wes Ball directing and Derek Connolly writing.
  • Benjamin Evan Ainsworth plays Link and Bo Bragason plays Princess Zelda, with first-look images already shared from the set.