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Nintendo has announced the lead actors for its upcoming live-action The Legend of Zelda movie, with Bo Bragason as Zelda and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Link, set to be released on May 7, 2027. The film is produced by Miyamoto and Avi Arad, with Sony Pictures handling distribution, and aims to create a grounded, serious adaptation of the beloved franchise.
Nicholas Galitzine has shared a behind-the-scenes look at his role as He-Man in the upcoming live-action 'Masters of the Universe' film, which is set to release in summer 2026. The film features a star-studded cast and is directed by Travis Knight, with Galitzine preparing for his role through intense physical training.
Keanu Reeves has been cast as Shadow the Hedgehog in the upcoming live-action Sonic the Hedgehog 3 film, joining Jim Carrey who will reprise his role as Dr. Robotnik. Other new cast members include Krysten Ritter, Alyla Browne, James Wolk, Sofia Pernas, Cristo Fernández, and Jorma Taccone.
"South Park" creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone are teaming up with Kendrick Lamar and Dave Free for a new live-action comedy set to be released on July 4, 2025, by Paramount Pictures. The film faces competition from other major releases, including "Jurassic World 4" and James Gunn's "Superman." Paramount also announced the reboot of the "Scary Movie" franchise at CinemaCon. The script is described as one of the funniest and most original, and Lamar and Free will produce the project alongside Stone and Parker.
A new live-action Popeye film is in development, marking the first revisit of the character in this format since the 1980 movie starring Robin Williams. The iconic sailor, who celebrated his 95th anniversary this year, will be the subject of a big-budget feature with screenwriter Michael Caleo attached. Popeye's enduring popularity is evident in his continued influence on pop culture, from fashion to self-made movie trailers, and producers are currently seeking a studio partner for the project.
Destin Daniel Cretton, known for directing "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings," is set to write and direct a live-action adaptation of the popular manga "Naruto" for Lionsgate. The film's specifics are currently undisclosed, but the manga, which has sold over 250 million copies worldwide, follows the journey of a young ninja named Naruto Uzumaki. The producers include Avi Arad, Ari Arad, and Emmy Yu for Arad Productions, as well as Jeremy Latcham, Cretton, and Jeyun Munford for Hisako. Cretton's previous works include "Just Mercy" and "The Glass Castle," and he is also involved in other upcoming projects.
Lionsgate has tapped Destin Daniel Cretton, director of "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings," to write and direct a live-action adaptation of the popular manga "Naruto." The film will be based on the manga created by Masashi Kishimoto and follows the story of adolescent ninja Naruto Uzumaki. Cretton expressed excitement about collaborating with Kishimoto and bringing "Naruto" to the big screen. The project has been long in the making, with the studio signing Cretton after previously having Michael Gracey attached to direct in 2015.
Amazon MGM Studios is in early talks to develop a live-action Masters of the Universe film, based on the popular '80s toys from Mattel. The project was previously with Netflix but fell apart over the summer. The film will be directed by Adam and Aaron Nee, with Kyle Allen set to star as Prince Adam aka He-Man. The story follows an orphan named Adam who discovers he is a prince destined to save a faraway land from the evil wizard Skeletor. This is the latest adaptation of the Masters of the Universe IP, which has also been explored in animated series on Netflix.
"Euphoria" star Hunter Schafer has expressed interest in playing Princess Zelda in the upcoming live-action "Legend of Zelda" movie. Schafer confirmed that she has seen the fan castings circulating on social media and stated that playing Zelda would be "so cool." The film, announced by Nintendo game developer Shigeru Miyamoto, is being developed with the involvement of Nintendo and producer Avi Arad. Director Wes Ball and screenwriter Derek Connolly are attached to the project. Schafer currently stars in "The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes" and was able to promote additional projects after the end of the actors' strike.
Director Wes Ball, known for the "Maze Runner" movies, is set to direct a live-action film adaptation of "The Legend of Zelda," a video game franchise by Nintendo. This announcement came as a surprise to fans, as Ball had tweeted 13 years ago about his dream of directing a Zelda movie. The film will be co-financed by Nintendo and Sony Pictures, with Sony handling theatrical distribution. Plot and casting details are currently unknown.
Nintendo has announced a live-action film adaptation of The Legend of Zelda, with director Wes Ball at the helm. The movie will be co-produced by Avi Arad, financed by Nintendo and Sony Pictures Entertainment, and distributed by Sony. After the success of the animated Super Mario Bros. movie, Nintendo is cautiously optimistic about adapting its video game franchises for the big screen. Plot and casting details for the Zelda film are currently unknown.
After decades of waiting, Mattel and Barbie are finally getting their Meryl Streep moment with the upcoming live-action film directed by Greta Gerwig and starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling. Barbie has been a successful money-making brand since her debut in 1959, and while the animated films have been popular, a live-action movie has been a long time coming. Mattel has been picky about protecting the Barbie brand and has received numerous proposals for a Barbie feature over the years. With the new film, they aim to reach a wider audience beyond just little girls and continue to expand the Barbie empire.
Auli'i Cravalho, who voiced Moana in the 2016 animated Disney film, announced on Instagram that she will not be reprising her role in the upcoming live-action version. As an executive producer on the film, she looks forward to finding the next young woman of Pacific Island descent to portray the character. Dwayne Johnson, who voiced Maui in the animated film, will reprise his role and produce the live-action film through his company Seven Bucks Productions.
Halle Bailey, the first Black actress to play Ariel in Disney's live-action film "The Little Mermaid," shared a sweet moment with Jodi Benson, who voiced Ariel in the original 1989 animated feature, at the film's premiere. Bailey hopes her role as Ariel will inspire others who never saw themselves represented with their favorite princesses to know that they "deserve to be in these spaces." The film also stars Javier Bardem, Melissa McCarthy, Daveed Diggs, and Awkwafina and will be released in theaters on May 26.