Nintendo has officially revealed the lead actors for the highly-anticipated live-action Legend of Zelda film. Bo Bragason is cast as Princess Zelda, while Benjamin Evan Ainsworth will portray Link. The legendary game designer Shigeru Miyamoto shared photos of the actors, expressing his excitement. Unlike the star-studded approach in previous adaptations, the casting opts for emerging talent to bring a fresh perspective to the beloved characters. Wes Ball, known for his work on ‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes,’ directs the film, aiming to capture the visual beauty of Studio Ghibli films. Scheduled for release on May 7, 2027, the movie promises to adapt the iconic Nintendo game with a new vision.
