It’s official, and we finally know which actors will play Link and Zelda in the live-action film. The casting is therefore definitely engraved in marble.
After months of silence, Nintendo Finally breaks the mystery. The Live-Action film The Legend of Zelda Advance slowly, but surely. And this time, We finally know the two faces that will embody Link and Princess Zelda in the cinema. A huge step forward.
Two young talents chosen by Nintendo for the film Zelda
It is Shigeru MiyamotoHistorical creator of the series The Legend of Zelda and emblematic figure of Nintendo, which made the announcement on the Nintendo Today application. Link’s role will return to Benjamin Evan Ainsworth16, known in particular for the series The Haunting of Bly Manor on Netflix. To embody Zelda, it is Bo Bragason21, which was chosen. She recently played in Renegade Nell et The Jettytwo British series. Amazing choices for some, reassuring for others. One thing is certain: Nintendo focuses on A young and promising duo.
In his message, Miyamoto says he is “very impatient to see them on the big screen”. He also thanks the fans for their patience, while confirming that The release is scheduled for May 7, 2027. No trailer for the moment for Zelda, nor an official image. The project is advancing in the shadows, but this announcement shows that things are finally moving.
A highly anticipated film … and very risky
Adapting Zelda to the cinema is not easy. The universe is vast, sometimes complex, and Link never speaks in games. It will therefore be necessary to find the right balance between respect for the original material and creative freedom. Nintendo seems determined to take its time. After the colossal success of the film Super Mario Bros., The bar is high. But the experience acquired could well play in their favor.
For the moment, no details on the scenario. We do not yet know if the film will be inspired by Breath of the Wild, Zelda Ocarina of Timeor a brand new universe. The casting suggests An original storycentered on the youth of the heroes. We also know that the film will be directed by Wes Ballknown for the trilogy The labyrinth and the recent The Planet of the Apes: the new kingdom. A director accustomed to epic and visually strong universes.
Source : Nintendo
