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The Legend of Zelda Movie Casts Uli Latukefu as Ganondorf
The Legend of Zelda film has added Uli Latukefu to its roster, cast as the primary antagonist Ganondorf. He has signed a contract providing the option to reprise the role across multiple projects, contingent on the film's commercial performance. Production concluded earlier in the year, yet Sony and Nintendo have maintained tight control over information, with only the leads' castings previously disclosed, though promotional imagery has emerged without substantial revelations about plot or design.
This represents Nintendo's first major live-action venture into the Zelda universe, building on the company's recent animated Mario adaptations, which proved commercially lucrative despite receiving lukewarm critical reviews. Ambiguity surrounds whether Latukefu will perform the character physically or provide voice work exclusively, with the latter possibility potentially explaining the production's ability to contain casting news. Marketing efforts are anticipated before the year concludes, ahead of the film's April 2027 release date.
In short
- Uli Latukefu cast as Ganondorf in the forthcoming Legend of Zelda film under a multi-picture deal
- Production wrapped in 2026; theatrical release scheduled for April 2027
- Nintendo and Sony have restricted disclosure of most details; unclear whether Ganondorf will be live-action or CGI
Explained simply
The Legend of Zelda is a long-running Nintendo fantasy adventure series, usually centred on the hero Link, Princess Zelda and the struggle to protect the kingdom of Hyrule. Ganondorf is a recurring enemy in the games, often portrayed as a powerful ruler seeking control of Hyrule.
The film is a live-action adaptation made by Nintendo and Sony, marking Nintendo’s first major live-action project based on Zelda. It follows the commercial success of animated films based on Nintendo’s Mario games, though those films received mixed reviews from critics.
Uli Latukefu, an Australian actor known for roles in film and television, has been cast as Ganondorf. The details of how the character will appear on screen have not been confirmed, and the film is due for release in April 2027.