Netflix Secures Exclusive Streaming Rights to The Legend of Zelda Live-Action Movie
Netflix has reportedly locked down a major acquisition for its video streaming service: the highly anticipated live-action adaptation of The Legend of Zelda. According to a recent report from Famitsu, following a recently signed deal between Sony and Netflix, The Legend of Zelda movie will stream exclusively on Netflix after its theatrical release and subsequent digital and physical home media sales period.
This exclusivity comes as part of a broader worldwide media agreement between Sony and Netflix valued at over $7 billion. The deal brings several popular and highly anticipated titles exclusively to Netflix’s platform. Alongside The Legend of Zelda, other notable projects included in this agreement are Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse, The Nightingale, and a Beatles four-part film series—all set to debut on Netflix after their initial theatrical and home release windows.
The Legend of Zelda live-action film has been in development for some time, with Nintendo collaborating closely with Sony on the project. Casting announcements reveal Bo Bragason in the role of Zelda and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Link. The film is currently targeting a theatrical release in May 2027.
It’s important to note that the movie will not be available on Netflix immediately upon its theatrical debut. There will be a standard post-launch sales window for digital and physical home media before the film becomes available exclusively on Netflix. Assuming no further delays occur, fans can expect to stream The Legend of Zelda on Netflix sometime after May 2027.
This high-profile deal further solidifies Netflix’s position as a premier destination for exclusive, large-scale entertainment content and represents a significant win for both the streaming giant and fans of the beloved Nintendo franchise.
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