In 2023, The Super Mario Bros Movie took the world by storm, breaking box office records with a massive haul of over $1.3 billion, despite having a budget of $100 million. The movie, which was co-produced by Nintendo and Universal’s Illumination, held the distinction of being the highest-grossing film of the year until Barbie surpassed it. Given the phenomenal success of The Super Mario Bros Movie, it’s highly likely that sequels and spin-offs will be announced in the future. However, fans of other classic Nintendo video games may be wondering if their favorite titles will also get the Hollywood treatment. Will we see beloved characters like Link, Kirby, and Donkey Kong on the big screen anytime soon? Only time will tell.

For many years, The Legend of Zelda, a high fantasy swords and sorcery adventure, has been one of the most popular video game franchises in the world. Despite its success, the franchise has never been adapted into a feature film. This is set to change, as reports suggest that a movie based on the beloved game is currently in development at a major Hollywood studio. Fans of the franchise are eagerly waiting for more details about the movie’s plot, cast, and release date.

A well-regarded scooper going by the name of MyTimeToShineHello recently shared on Twitter that Universal is reportedly developing a live-action movie based on the popular video game series Legend of Zelda. This news has sparked discussions among fans and entertainment enthusiasts, as many believe that the success of Netflix’s recent live-action adaptation of One Piece, a popular Japanese manga and anime, could bode well for a potential Legend of Zelda movie. Interestingly, another reputable source, Giant Freakin’ Robot, previously reported that an animated Zelda movie is also in the works at Illumination, and that it will feature a major Hollywood star. These exciting developments have left fans eagerly awaiting more news about the future of this beloved franchise on the big screen.

According to a previous report, it was disclosed that negotiations were ongoing with Henry Cavill to provide the voice for Link in a CG-animated film adaptation of Legend of Zelda, similar to how Chris Pratt will voice Mario. However, recent developments suggest that Universal might opt for a live-action adaptation, which could potentially eliminate Cavill from consideration due to his age and muscular build not aligning with the young and slender Link. While it would be ideal to have both live-action and animated versions of Zelda, the latter appears to be a more practical choice based on the success of the CG-animated Super Mario movie.