Sony’s live-action adaptation of The Legend of Zelda has added another major name to its ensemble cast. The Nintendo game is being adapted into a feature film by Wes Ball, director of Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes.
In an exclusive report from Deadline, it was stated that the director will reunite with New Zealand actress Lydia Peckham in this adaptation. However, her role in the movie has not been confirmed. According to the report, studio representatives declined to comment on the casting, while the actress’s representatives could not be reached.
The star recently finished shooting Netflix’s upcoming drama series Kennedys, where she portrays Rosemary Kennedy, sister of John F. Kennedy. Her other credits include The Burning of Broken Beak, The Wrecking Crew, Robin Hood, Nuremberg, and director Logan Marshall’s feature Seen.
What the new Zelda movie casting means for Nintendo’s live-action adaptation
The new addition to the Legend of Zelda movie cast means that the director is bringing someone from his own creative circle to the Nintendo adaptation.
As stated above, the two have previously collaborated on the 2024 installment in the Planet of the Apes franchise. The movie proved to be a modest box office hit, grossing $394.7 million worldwide against an estimated production budget of $160 million.
Moreover, the New Zealand actress will be joining a star-studded lineup for the Hyrule universe movie. This lineup includes Dichen Lachman, Uli Latukefu, Yvonne Strahovski, and the late Sam Neill. The adaptation will also star Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Link and Bo Bragason as Princess Zelda.
At the moment, the movie’s plot details are being kept under wraps. However, according to the game’s synopsis, the adaptation will follow the elf-like warrior Link and Princess Zelda as they fight to save the magical land of Hyrule from Ganon, an evil warlord turned demon king.
The Legend of Zelda movie will hit the theaters on April 30, 2027.
This article was originally reported by Christie D’silva on ComingSoon.
