# Live‑action Legend of Zelda film > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/liveaction-legend-of-zelda-film > Updated: 2026-08-10T08:57:00.000Z. Sources: 57. Developments: 4. Production on the live‑action Legend of Zelda movie wrapped in April 2026 after filming in New Zealand. Directed by Wes Ball and co‑produced by Nintendo and Sony Pictures, the film is slated for worldwide release on 30 April 2027 (some outlets cite 7 May 2027). The principal cast includes Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Link and Bo Bragason as Princess Zelda. Recent casting updates have confirmed Australian actor Uli Latukefu as the villain Ganondorf, who has signed a multi‑picture deal for potential sequels. Supporting roles include Dichen Lachman as Impa, Yvonne Strahovski as an unnamed queen, and a posthumous appearance by Sam Neill in an undisclosed role. In August 2026, New Zealand actress Lydia Peckham was announced as an additional cast member, though her character remains undisclosed. Furthermore, reports suggest that Australian actress Samara Weaving has reportedly joined the cast in a key role, though neither Nintendo nor Sony Pictures has officially confirmed her involvement. While her specific character remains unknown, some speculation suggests she may portray one of the Great Fairies. Producers Shigeru Miyamoto and Avi Arad remain attached, underscoring Nintendo’s commitment to expanding the franchise into cinema as its next major cinematic franchise after the Super Mario Bros. movie. ## Claims - Uli Latukefu has been cast as Ganondorf in the live‑action Legend of Zelda film. (corroborated by 14 sources) - The Legend of Zelda live‑action movie is scheduled for theatrical release on 30 April 2027. (corroborated by 10 sources) - Sam Neill filmed a role for the film before his death in July 2026. (corroborated by 10 sources) - Benjamin Evan Ainsworth is cast as Link in the film. (corroborated by 8 sources) - Bo Bragason is cast as Princess Zelda in the film. (corroborated by 8 sources) - Dichen Lachman will portray Impa in the film. (corroborated by 8 sources) - Yvonne Strahovski has been cast in an undisclosed queen role in the film. (corroborated by 8 sources) - Uli Latukefu has signed a multi‑picture deal for the franchise. (corroborated by 7 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-10: Samara Weaving reportedly joins cast of Zelda live-action movie Actress Samara Weaving has reportedly joined the cast of the upcoming Nintendo and Sony Pictures live-action ‘The Legend of Zelda’ film, directed by Wes Ball. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/samara-weaving-reportedly-joins-cast-of-zelda-live-action-movie ### 2026-08-07: Lydia Peckham joins Legend of Zelda film cast Lydia Peckham joins the live‑action Legend of Zelda movie, directed by Wes Ball, with Bo Bragason as Zelda and Benjamin Ainsworth as Link; the film releases April 30, 2027. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lydia-peckham-joins-legend-of-zelda-film-cast ### 2026-08-06: Uli Latukefu cast as Ganondorf in live-action Legend of Zelda film Nintendo/Sony’s Legend of Zelda live‑action film, due in 2027, casts Uli Latukefu as Ganondorf, Sam Neill posthumously, Dichen Lachman as Impa, Yvonne Strahovski as a queen, with Ainsworth as Link and Bragason 51 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/uli-latukefu-cast-as-ganondorf-in-live-action-the-legend-of-zelda-film ### 2026-07-27: Benjamin Evan Ainsworth gives rare update on upcoming Legend of Zelda movie Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, the actor playing Link, gave a rare update on the live‑action Legend of Zelda film, noting its New Zealand shoot, Wes Ball direction, Bo Bragason as Zelda, and a May 2027 global release 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/benjamin-evan-ainsworth-gives-rare-update-on-upcoming-legend-of-zelda-movie --- Cite as: Live‑action Legend of Zelda film. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/liveaction-legend-of-zelda-film