Could a live action version of the popular video game be on the way?
The latest franchise to get reboot from Netflix? The Legend of Zelda, apparently, as the Wall Street Journal reports the streaming service is currently working on a live action version of the much loved video game.
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The newspaper writes that Netflix is in the early stages of developing the series and is currently looking for writers to work on the show. The series is said to be being touted by the company internally as a 'Game of Thrones' for a family audience'.
The story of Zelda centers on Linx, a young boy who is often tasked with rescuing a princess name Zelda and the kingdom of Hyrule, from the evil Gannon. Since its debut in 1996 the game has gone on to generate 17 different Nintendo editions as well as various spin-offs.
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Netflix and Nintendo are said to be working closely together, although the Japanese game developer is known to be fiercely protective of its intellectual property, rarely allowing adaptations.
A Netflix spokeswoman declined to comment on the Wall Street Journal’s story, while a Nintendo spokesperson said the company “doesn’t comment on rumours and speculation.”
Streaming service Netflix already has a host of exciting projects on the way, including a series based on cult classic Wet Hot American Summer and Tina Fey comedy 'Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt'.
This year they will also debut four miniseries based on Marvel characters, beginning with ‘Daredevil’ in April. ‘A.K.A Jessica Jones’, ‘Luke Cage’ and ‘Punisher’ series' will follow, culminating in a special miniseries featuring all four lead characters teaming together.
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