Nintendo Advances Zelda Movie to April 30, 2027

Nintendo has advanced the worldwide theatrical release date for its live-action adaptation of The Legend of Zelda to April 30, 2027, one week earlier than the previously scheduled May 7.

Shigeru Miyamoto, co-creator of the Zelda series, announced the change Wednesday on Nintendo's official X account. "I would like to let you know that the worldwide theatrical release date for the live-action film of The Legend of Zelda has been moved up to April 30, 2027, from May 7," Miyamoto said in the statement. "The team is working hard to deliver the film to everyone as soon as possible. There's less than a year to go until release, so thank you for waiting."

This marks the second adjustment to the film's schedule. Nintendo initially set the release for March 27, 2027, before delaying it several months ago to allow additional production time. The company cited a desire to refine the project, reflecting a pattern seen with its recent films. The Super Mario Bros. Movie faced delays prior to its successful 2023 debut, while its sequel, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, had its date advanced.

Nintendo is partnering with Sony Pictures Entertainment on the untitled production. Miyamoto is producing...