The Studio Ghibli Legend of Zelda Movie Isn't Actually Happening
On Nov.7, 2023, The Hollywood Reporter reported that Nintendo and Sony Pictures Entertainment are developing a live-action Zelda movie. According to the article, Wes Ball, known for directing the Maze Runner film trilogy (2014–2018) and the upcoming Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (2024), will be in charge of the Zelda film.
Fans might have noticed a Twitter/X post about an upcoming Studio Ghibli-inspired poster of a Zelda movie. Unfortunately, this information is false.
The Studio Ghibli Legend of Zelda Movie isn't Real
The post was made by @ghiblipicture, a popular Twitter/X account. As much as fans may want to believe the news, it's an April Fools' joke. The poster also admits the prank in a thread, saying, "Bro come on, it's an April fools joke."
A film about the Zelda games is in preparation and will be produced by the famous Studio Ghibli, which has already produced "The Boy and the Heron" in 2023 ! pic.twitter.com/TBvOk7bxkt
— Studio Ghibli Pictures (@ghiblipicture) March 31, 2024
The talented artist behind the movie poster is Matt Vince, and he created it for fun in 2015.
Legend of Zelda X Studio Ghibli movie mash up posters!
— Zelda Universe (@ZeldaUniverse) November 24, 2015
Made by Matt Vincehttps://t.co/mo9JVHVfiW pic.twitter.com/ZNFtT5Z9ZL
The post has gotten thousands of retweets, likes, and bookmarks, but a Studio Ghibli Legend of Zelda movie isn't coming. Those looking to keep up with news about the live-action film should follow the official Nintendo Twitter/X account. There's no official release date for the movie yet.
If you're looking for real news about video game adaptations, view these articles about the Dead By Daylight movie, the God of War TV series, and the Stray movie.