Nintendo says Zelda 40th anniversary plans run into 2027
Nintendo's second quarter financial report lists music, merchandise and the upcoming film among Zelda's 40th anniversary initiatives.
Nintendo has outlined plans to mark the 40th anniversary of The Legend of Zelda with a range of initiatives that will extend into 2027, according to a page dedicated to the series in the company's second quarter financial results, as reported by screenrant.com.
The report states that the anniversary program will include music, character merchandise and more, alongside games and the upcoming The Legend of Zelda movie.
The film, directed by Wes Ball from a script by Derek Connolly, is scheduled for release on April 30, 2027. Benjamin Evan Ainsworth plays Link, with Bo Bragason as Princess Zelda.
In October 2025, plans such as The Legend of Zelda: 40th Anniversary Content were already set to continue into 2027.
Quick answers
When does The Legend of Zelda movie come out?
The film is scheduled for release on April 30, 2027.
What is included in Zelda's 40th anniversary plans?
Nintendo's report lists music, character merchandise and more, alongside games and the upcoming movie.
How long will the Zelda 40th anniversary initiatives last?
According to Nintendo's second quarter financial report, the initiatives will continue into 2027.