Excitement is building among gaming and movie fans worldwide as the first behind-the-scenes footage from the highly anticipated live-action adaptation of The Legend of Zelda has emerged online. The leaked material offers fans their initial glimpse of the fantasy world coming to life.
First Look at Princess Zelda Revealed
The leaked clip, shared on Instagram by content creator Tonyolsenfilm, provides our first view of actress Bo Bragason in full costume as the iconic Princess Zelda. The footage shows Bragason moving through a lush forest location while being guided by crew members. Her costume design appears to be directly inspired by Princess Zelda's appearance in the popular video game Breath of the Wild.
In the short reel, Bragason approaches another woman dressed in darker clothing who stands beside several horses while holding a sword. While not officially confirmed, many fans and commenters have speculated this character might be Impa, a recurring figure throughout The Legend of Zelda franchise. The footage contains no dialogue and was captured from a distance, with production equipment visible around the performers.
Production Details and Cast Information
The live-action film features Benjamin Evan Ainsworth in the role of Link, the heroic protagonist of the series, alongside Bragason as Princess Zelda. The project is being directed by Wes Ball, known for his work on the Maze Runner franchise. Notably, Nintendo is maintaining close collaboration throughout the film's development process.
Although studios have not formally announced specific filming locations, production listings and local reports consistently point to New Zealand as the principal filming site. This continues the country's reputation as a preferred destination for epic fantasy productions, previously showcased in the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit trilogies.
Official Studio Response and Release Timeline
This leaked material represents what appears to be the first publicly circulated on-set footage showing actors in full costume. Until now, Nintendo and Sony Pictures had confirmed only the lead casting announcements and the scheduled release date.
No official still images or teaser material have been released through official channels, and neither studio has commented on the newly surfaced video. The absence of official promotional material makes this leak particularly significant for eager fans awaiting their first look at the adaptation.
The production is moving forward with its planned schedule, and The Legend of Zelda live-action movie is set for worldwide release on March 26, 2027. Further updates and official reveals are expected as filming progresses through its various stages in New Zealand.
