Filming for the upcoming Adventure–Fantasy Movie The Legend of Zelda is still going strong in New Zealand, and fans are once again getting excited. Even though Nintendo is keeping most details secret, new reports confirm that cameras are rolling at a major outdoor location.
According to gonintendo, a large movie set is being built at Poolburn Reservoir, a scenic spot in New Zealand known for its wide landscapes. While the filmmakers have not said exactly which scene is being shot there, the size of the set suggests it could be an important part of the story. Many fans believe the location may be used for a key moment involving Hyrule or one of its iconic environments.
Nintendo officially confirmed back in November that the movie was in production, with creator Shigeru Miyamoto sharing that filming had begun and that the release date of May 7, 2027 is still locked. Since then, updates have been rare, which makes this latest filming news even more exciting.
The movie stars Bo Bragason as Princess Zelda and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Link. Beyond these two casting announcements, Nintendo has not revealed much about the plot or other characters. This silence is very on-brand for Nintendo, which prefers to surprise fans rather than share too much early.
Reports from KiwiTalkz and coverage by the Otago Daily Times first highlighted the ongoing work at Poolburn Reservoir, confirming that production crews are actively building and filming on location.
There is also buzz around the movie’s future streaming plans. Thanks to a new agreement between Sony Pictures Entertainment and Netflix, the film is expected to arrive on Netflix after its theatrical run, possibly in June or July 2027.
For now, fans will have to wait patiently. With filming still underway and massive sets coming together, one thing is clear: the Legend of Zelda movie is shaping up to be a big-screen adventure worth waiting for.