The Mario movie produced by Illumination has surpassed $1 billion in just 26 days, which has raised the possibility of other Nintendo universe films. Fans of the Zelda series are now wondering if a Zelda movie is on the horizon.
Eiji Aonuma’s Comment
Polygon recently interviewed producer Eiji Aonuma about the likelihood of a Zelda movie. When asked about his thoughts on a big-screen adaptation of the classic video game, Aonuma stated that he is interested but that his interest alone is not enough to make it happen.
Hidemaro Fujibayashi’s Comment
Tears of the Kingdom director Hidemaro Fujibayashi supported Aonuma’s answer by stating that the voice of the fans may be the key to making the movie a reality. This means that if the fans show enough support for the project, Nintendo may decide to go ahead with it.
Zelda’s Popularity
The Zelda series has been around for 35 years, with Breath of the Wild being the fourth highest-selling game on the Nintendo Switch, selling nearly 30 million copies. The latest release, Tears of the Kingdom, has already become the highest-rated game of 2023, highlighting the timeless popularity of the franchise.
Nintendo’s Support
Fortunately, Aonuma may have the support of Nintendo legend Shigeru Miyamoto, who recently hinted at the possibility of more of the company’s franchises being adapted into movies and animations. Both Illumination and Nintendo seem to think this is just the beginning, with Miyamoto stating that he was “sure” the two companies would work together in the future.
In conclusion, while a Zelda movie is not yet in the works, it is clear that there is interest from both fans and producers. With the right support and encouragement from fans, a Zelda movie may be possible in the future.
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