Let’s dreamcast The Legend of Zelda live-action movie. Who should play Link, Zelda, etc?

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LONDON, ENGLAND – MAY 15: Mckenna Grace attends the UK Premiere of “The Little Mermaid” at Odeon Luxe Leicester Square on May 15, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Lia Toby/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND – MAY 15: Mckenna Grace attends the UK Premiere of “The Little Mermaid” at Odeon Luxe Leicester Square on May 15, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Lia Toby/Getty Images) /

McKenna Grace as Navi

In the pantheon of iconic sidekicks, Navi the fairy soars above with her tiny, fluttering wings and endless encyclopedia of wisdom. She’s the pint-sized powerhouse of guidance in The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, known as much for her helpful refrain of “Hey! Listen!” as she is for occasionally testing players’ patience. She’s also my own personal hero, proving that even the tiniest beings are essential to a successful adventure (I’m only 4’11”). Navi is the ultimate companion, the voice of reason in the quiet moments of exploration and the sharp nudge in the heat of battle. This fluttering friend is Link’s guide in a world brimming with secrets and challenges. Navi embodies the heart of the Zelda series: the sense of wonder, the fierce loyalty, and the courage needed to overcome any obstacle.

Enter McKenna Grace, a young actress whose repertoire of roles already sparkles with diversity and depth, much like the twinkling light of a certain tiny fairy we adore. Grace’s voice has the unique blend of pep and sincerity that would breathe life into Navi. Her Navi would be the perfect blend of instructive and endearing. Imagine Navi’s “Watch out!” delivered with the intensity and urgency that only Grace can muster, or her gentle “Hello!” with the warmth and kindness McKenna embodies in her performances. Her talent for conveying emotion through her voice could transform Navi from a simple AI companion to a character who tugs on our heartstrings and becomes as integral to the audience’s experience as she is to Link’s journey.