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Sam Neill filmed role in Legend of Zelda film adaptation before his death
The New Zealand actor, who died last month aged 78, will appear in live-action movie of popular video game, which is set for release next year
TL;DR
- Sam Neill completed filming a role in the live-action Legend of Zelda movie adaptation before his death.
- The film is scheduled for release next May, and is one of Neill's final screen appearances.
- Neill also filmed parts in Godzilla x Kong: Supernova and The Last Resort, both set for release next year.
- The Legend of Zelda franchise, with over 20 titles and an estimated 170-190m copies sold, is getting its first film adaptation.
- Benjamin Evan Ainsworth and Bo Bragason play Link and Princess Zelda, directed by Wes Ball.
- Neill was known for his extensive career, particularly in horror and fantasy films like the Jurassic Park series.