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Live-action film The Legend of Zelda gets its title and 2027 release date

From Cooperativa · () Spanish

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  • Nintendo and Sony Pictures confirmed the live-action film's title as The Legend of Zelda and set a worldwide theatrical release for April 30, 2027.
  • The announcement came during a special Nintendo Direct marking the video game's 40th anniversary, which also unveiled the official Triforce logo.
  • Filming has finished in New Zealand, with Bo Bragason playing Zelda and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth playing Link.

The Kingdom of Hyrule is heading to the big screen, and the live-action film will use the simplest title possible: The Legend of Zelda.

Nintendo and Sony Pictures confirmed the name and reaffirmed a worldwide theatrical release date of April 30, 2027, during a special Nintendo Direct celebrating the beloved video game series' 40th anniversary. The presentation also revealed the official logo, featuring the sacred Triforce, whose three golden triangles represent wisdom, power and courage.

Filming has already wrapped in New Zealand. Bo Bragason will play Zelda, while Benjamin Evan Ainsworth will portray Link.

It’s official! The live-action film of The Legend of Zelda, currently in production, will be titled The Legend of Zelda. The film is planned to be released in theatres worldwide on April 30, 2027.

· Sony PicturesThe studio's announcement confirmed the film's title and planned worldwide release date.
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