IMAX has confirmed that the live-action The Legend of Zelda movie from Sony Pictures is scheduled to play in IMAX theatres on May 7, 2027, according to materials shared during IMAXs Q1 2026 corporate earnings conference call.
The slide released as part of the call lists Sony Pictures releases alongside other studio tentpoles, including Paramounts Sonic the Hedgehog 4, which the slide shows as due in March 2027.
IMAX noted that the slate reflects studio scheduling as of April 30, 2026.
Background and context
The Legend of Zelda is an established Nintendo franchise that has spanned multiple generations of Nintendo hardware, including the Nintendo Entertainment System, Super Nintendo, GameCube, Wii, Wii U, and Nintendo Switch.
The live-action adaptation is being distributed theatrically by Sony Pictures, and earlier this year Sony confirmed an agreement under which the film will stream exclusively on Netflix following its theatrical and home entertainment release windows.
What IMAX disclosed
In its Q1 2026 presentation, IMAX included the Zelda film on a slide of major franchise releases.
The company also made clear in fine print that the listing is based on studio schedules as of April 30, 2026.
IMAX emphasized that audiences seeking the largest-screen presentation should consider IMAX screenings for an expanded visual and sound experience.
Production and publicity notes
Last month, cinematographer Gyula Pados was reported to have shared a behind-the-scenes image of the film's central character, Link.
That item was circulated in industry reporting and social media; IMAXs slate announcement itself focuses on release planning and venue formats rather than creative reveals.
Why this matters
A confirmed IMAX window signals studio confidence in the theatrical performance of the Zelda property and gives fans a clear date to plan for.
For Nintendo, the film represents a high-profile extension of one of its best-known franchises.
For viewers, the announced Netflix exclusivity after the theatrical run clarifies the film's eventual streaming destination.
Verified facts in this report include the May 7, 2027 IMAX theatrical listing, the inclusion of Sonic the Hedgehog 4 on IMAXs slate, the scheduling note dated April 30, 2026, and the Sony Pictures and Netflix distribution arrangement for post-theatrical streaming.
The slide released as part of the call lists Sony Pictures releases alongside other studio tentpoles, including Paramounts Sonic the Hedgehog 4, which the slide shows as due in March 2027.
IMAX noted that the slate reflects studio scheduling as of April 30, 2026.
Background and context
The Legend of Zelda is an established Nintendo franchise that has spanned multiple generations of Nintendo hardware, including the Nintendo Entertainment System, Super Nintendo, GameCube, Wii, Wii U, and Nintendo Switch.
The live-action adaptation is being distributed theatrically by Sony Pictures, and earlier this year Sony confirmed an agreement under which the film will stream exclusively on Netflix following its theatrical and home entertainment release windows.
What IMAX disclosed
In its Q1 2026 presentation, IMAX included the Zelda film on a slide of major franchise releases.
The company also made clear in fine print that the listing is based on studio schedules as of April 30, 2026.
IMAX emphasized that audiences seeking the largest-screen presentation should consider IMAX screenings for an expanded visual and sound experience.
Production and publicity notes
Last month, cinematographer Gyula Pados was reported to have shared a behind-the-scenes image of the film's central character, Link.
That item was circulated in industry reporting and social media; IMAXs slate announcement itself focuses on release planning and venue formats rather than creative reveals.
Why this matters
A confirmed IMAX window signals studio confidence in the theatrical performance of the Zelda property and gives fans a clear date to plan for.
For Nintendo, the film represents a high-profile extension of one of its best-known franchises.
For viewers, the announced Netflix exclusivity after the theatrical run clarifies the film's eventual streaming destination.
Verified facts in this report include the May 7, 2027 IMAX theatrical listing, the inclusion of Sonic the Hedgehog 4 on IMAXs slate, the scheduling note dated April 30, 2026, and the Sony Pictures and Netflix distribution arrangement for post-theatrical streaming.