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Shigeru Miyamoto reveals The Legend of Zelda movie will be an "original" story, and there's a reason it…
Shigeru Miyamoto revealed that the upcoming The Legend of Zelda movie will feature an original story, drawing from the series' 40-year history. The film, directed by Wes Ball, is set to release on April 30, 2027, and will star Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Link and Bo Bragason as Zelda.
The Legend of Zelda film is just called "The Legend of Zelda", apparently, and there's a good reason it doesn't have a subtitle
Nintendo and Columbia Pictures have released the first trailer for the live-action The Legend of Zelda movie, which is simply titled "The Legend of Zelda." Directed by Wes Ball, the film stars Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Link and Bo Bragason as Princess Zelda. The movie, which draws inspiration from the series' 40-year history without adapting a single game, is set to release theatrically on April 30, 2027, and will later stream on Netflix.
Zelda movie coming April 30th and is simply titled The Legend of Zelda
Nintendo has announced that The Legend of Zelda movie will be released worldwide on April 30th and will simply be titled The Legend of Zelda. Nintendo and Shigeru Miyamoto were significantly involved in the film's production.
Sony registers domain for The Legend of Zelda Movie
Sony has registered a domain name for the upcoming The Legend of Zelda movie, potentially coinciding with the 40th-anniversary Nintendo Direct presentation. The website is expected to launch during the event.
Zach Cregger doesn't want to get bogged down in 'the wild aspects' of Resident Evil's lore: 'I'm not going to have a gigantic jacked dude in a trench coat'
Director Zach Cregger aims to keep the upcoming Resident Evil movie grounded by limiting the series' more fantastical lore elements, focusing instead on the T-virus. While acknowledging the appeal of deeper lore like Mother Miranda's abilities, Cregger prefers to avoid elements such as the Tyrant's mutation-limiting trench coat to maintain a more accessible and primal tone for the film.
The new Street Fighter movie trailer looks fun in all the right ways
The trailer for the new Street Fighter movie has been released, showcasing a fun and campy tone that the article suggests is appropriate for the franchise. The movie adaptation appears to embrace its sillier aspects.
Zach Cregger's Resident Evil is tracking to open far bigger than any previous Resident Evil movie
Zach Cregger's new Resident Evil movie is projected to open with $40-50 million in the US, significantly outperforming previous installments in the franchise. Despite creative deviations from the game's canon and the absence of fan-favorite characters, the film's original story and Cregger's directorial vision are credited for its strong box office tracking.
Spider-Man's Sam Raimi almost made a Last of Us movie with a Game of Thrones star as Ellie, and the resurfaced…
Director Sam Raimi was in talks to produce a movie adaptation of Naughty Dog's The Last of Us in 2014, with Maisie Williams considered for the role of Ellie. Despite table reads and a poster being created, the project entered development hell and the rights lapsed in 2019, with Neil Druckmann citing a focus on making the film 'bigger' as a reason for its failure.
Resident Evil Film Director Discusses Similarities With the Games in New Featurette
Director Zach Cregger discussed his deep admiration for the Resident Evil games and how their elements, such as environmental progression and item acquisition, have inspired the new film. While the movie tells an original story within the Resident Evil universe, Cregger emphasized its loyalty to the games' lore and tone, stating it's a "love letter" to the franchise. Constantin Film CEO Oliver Berbin also highlighted the opportunity for a new generation of storytellers to reimagine the IP.
As Hideo Kojima turns 63, the Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding creator says "I would like to remain focused on creating games" despite the interest in movies
Hideo Kojima, creator of Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding, celebrated his 63rd birthday by reaffirming his commitment to game development despite interest in film projects. He emphasized the need to manage his time effectively as he continues to work on upcoming titles like OD and Physint, and acknowledged his 40th career anniversary in 2026.
A Kingdom Hearts Movie? It’s Not Ruled Out, Disney Exec Says
Disney executive Jared Bush stated that a Kingdom Hearts movie is not impossible, following the success of the franchise and news of a Disney+ TV show. The Kingdom Hearts series has generated over $1 billion in sales for Disney. Additionally, Kingdom Hearts 4 was confirmed for a late 2027 release, featuring Donald Duck and characters from Disney's Coco.
Simu Liu Says Sleeping Dogs Movie Has 'a REAL Path Forward' Amid Dealmaking With Square Enix
Actor Simu Liu has stated that the movie adaptation of Sleeping Dogs has a clear path forward, with ongoing discussions between Square Enix and the film's production team. Liu expressed optimism about the project's progress.
Disney Animation Studios Boss Jared Bush Isn't Ruling Out a Possible Kingdom Hearts Movie
Jared Bush, chief creative officer of Walt Disney Animation Studios, has not ruled out the possibility of a Kingdom Hearts feature film. He discussed the potential for adapting the popular video game series into a movie.
Samara Weaving reportedly cast as Goddess Hylia in Zelda movie
Actress Samara Weaving is reportedly cast as Goddess Hylia in the upcoming The Legend of Zelda movie, according to industry rumors. This casting news follows previous reports about other cast members for the film, which is expected to be officially announced by Nintendo.
New trailer for Amazon thriller movie based on a twisted Colleen Hoover novel has arrived, and it's now one of my…
A new trailer has been released for the Amazon thriller film Verity, based on Colleen Hoover's novel. The movie follows Lowen Ashleigh, a writer hired to complete the works of paralyzed author Verity Crawford, who uncovers disturbing autobiographical writings. Directed by Michael Showalter and adapted by Nick Antosca, the film stars Dakota Johnson, Anne Hathaway, and Josh Hartnett, and is set to release in theaters on October 2.
Mortal Kombat movie director says the third movie is in limbo after the sequel's mediocre box office result
Director Simon McQuoid has confirmed that the third Mortal Kombat movie is in limbo due to the sequel's mediocre box office performance. Despite Mortal Kombat 2 being a critical improvement and setting up future plotlines, its global earnings fell short of expectations. McQuoid also expressed interest in pursuing other projects outside the Mortal Kombat franchise.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
This article touches on several disparate gaming-related topics, including a merchandise collection for Quake on the Nine Inch Nails website, Sam Neill's involvement in a Legend of Zelda film adaptation, and a collaboration for HELLDIVERS 2. The content appears to be a collection of brief news snippets.
The Legend of Zelda Movie has found its Ganondorf and Impa — and the new Nintendo film will also include a poignant final big-screen role for the late Sam Neill
The live-action Legend of Zelda movie has cast Uli Latukefu as Ganondorf and Dichen Lachmann as Impa. Yvonne Strahovski and the late Sam Neill are also reportedly attached to the project, with Neill potentially making one of his final roles. The film is slated for release on April 30, 2027.
Legend of Zelda movie fans think Ganondorf can be seen in leaked set videos
Fans believe they have spotted Ganondorf, played by Uli Latukefu, in leaked set videos for The Legend of Zelda movie. The film, set to release on April 30, 2027, has also revealed other cast members including Bo Bragason as Zelda, Dichen Lachman as Impa, Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Link, and Yvonne Strahovski as a Queen character, with Sam Neill also confirmed to be in the cast.
The Legend Of Zelda movie reveals Ganondorf actor and Sam Neill in final role
The upcoming live-action film adaptation of The Legend of Zelda has revealed new cast members, including the late Sam Neill in one of his final roles and Uli Latukefu as the villain Ganondorf. Dichen Lachman will play Impa, and Yvonne Strahovski is also confirmed to be in the cast. The movie, directed by Wes Ball, is scheduled for release on April 30, 2027.
