Legend of Zelda Movie: British Actors Cast

Nintendo has unveiled the casting of two young British actors for the lead roles in the highly anticipated film adaptation of the iconic video game series, The Legend of Zelda. Bo Bragason, 21, has been cast as Princess Zelda, while Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, 16, will embody the character of Link. This announcement marks a significant milestone in bringing the beloved franchise to the silver screen.

The film, slated for release in May 2027, represents the first cinematic venture for the Zelda franchise, which has previously only seen an animated TV series adaptation in 1989. Director Wes Ball, known for his work on The Maze Runner and The Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, aims to create a film that balances seriousness with whimsy, promising a genuine cinematic escape for audiences.

The Legend of Zelda, a brainchild of Shigeru Miyamoto and Takashi Tezuka, has been a cornerstone of Nintendo's portfolio since its inception in 1986. With over 150 million copies sold across its various installments, the franchise's transition to film follows a recent trend of successful video game adaptations, including The Super Mario Bros Movie and The Last of Us TV series.

As the project moves forward, fans and industry observers alike are keenly watching to see how this adaptation will navigate the challenges of bringing the rich, interactive world of Zelda to a non-interactive medium, while staying true to the spirit that has captivated gamers for decades.