Nintendo has finally given fans their first real peek into the live-action world of The Legend of Zelda, and the excitement is already spreading across the fandom. Fresh images released on the Nintendo Today app reveal the film’s young leads — Bo Bragason as Princess Zelda and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Link — standing in a dreamy, sunlit meadow that feels straight out of Hyrule.
The First Look That Fans Wanted
In the stills, Bragason is seen holding Zelda’s iconic bow and arrow, while Ainsworth sports Link’s classic green tunic. The pointed ears, the Hylian details, the atmosphere — everything signals a faithful, big-screen adaptation. For longtime Zelda fans, this first glimpse is a promising sign that Nintendo and Sony are committed to keeping the heart of the franchise intact.
The Team Behind the Film
The movie is directed by Wes Ball — known for Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes and The Maze Runner trilogy — and is slated to release in theaters on May 7, 2027.
Nintendo legend Shigeru Miyamoto, who is producing the film, previously confirmed the casting himself and expressed how excited he is to see both Bragason and Ainsworth bring these beloved characters to life.
Meet the New Zelda & Link
Bo Bragason, a rising British actress, has already made her mark with performances in Three Girls, The Jetty, Renegade Nell, and the vampire comedy The Radleys.
Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, also from the UK, is known for voicing Pinocchio, starring in The Haunting of Bly Manor, appearing in The Sandman, and leading the Canadian comedy Son of a Critch.
Final Words
The first-look images are simple but reassuring — they capture the adventure, warmth and fantasy spirit that defines The Legend of Zelda. And with Nintendo coming off the massive success of The Super Mario Bros. Movie, this new chapter in their cinematic universe could take Hyrule into a whole new era of glory.
