Aug 7, 2026GameSpot
Sam Neill's Final Curtain Call: A Link to Hyrule
Gaming and film fans are buzzing with bittersweet news: the late, great Sam Neill might appear in the upcoming live-action *Legend of Zelda* movie. Filming his role before his passing, Neill is rumored to portray the King of Hyrule, adding immense gravitas to the highly anticipated adaptation. The film also features Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Link, Bo Bragason as Princess Zelda, Uli Latukefu as Ganondorf, Yvonne Strahovski as a queen, and Dichen Lachman as Impa, all under Wes Ball's direction. Set for an April 30, 2027 release, this could be one of Neill's final performances, making the journey to Hyrule all the more poignant.
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