Nintendo has set a March 26, 2027 release date for the live-action The Legend of Zelda movie.
The confirmation arrived through the newly launched Nintendo Today! app, revealed during Nintendo Direct March 2025. No additional film details were shared.
Legendary game designer Shigeru Miyamoto unexpectedly announced this during the presentation. The all-in-one mobile app offers exclusive benefits for dedicated Nintendo fans.
A Nintendo News Hub Debuts
This comprehensive platform functions as both a daily calendar and news source, delivering real-time updates directly to players. Miyamoto explained that following next week's Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, the app will provide continuous daily news coverage.
The Zelda movie announcement generated immediate excitement, likely driving numerous app downloads from fans anticipating more major reveals. Notably, the app broke this news before Nintendo's official social channels.
The Legend Comes to Life
Nintendo and Sony Pictures initially announced the live-action Zelda adaptation in November 2023. Wes Ball (known for The Maze Runner and Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes) will direct, with Avi Arad and Miyamoto producing.
Details remain scarce, but Ball has described his vision for the project. The director aims to create a "live action Miyazaki" experience - referencing Studio Ghibli's legendary filmmaker - while maintaining a serious, grounded tone with minimal motion capture.
One key question divides the fanbase: whether Link should speak in the film. The iconic hero traditionally remains silent throughout the games, letting his actions speak louder than words.
