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

Dave Bautista as Ganondorf

Ganondorf, the fearsome Gerudo King of Thieves, is as iconic to the Zelda franchise as the Triforce itself. With his flaming red hair, piercing eyes, and towering presence, he’s the kind of villain who doesn’t just scheme in the shadows; he struts out into the desert sun with a smirk that chills your heart. He’s the antithesis to our hero, Link. Where Link is silent, Ganondorf is loud; where Link is humble, Ganondorf openly thirsts for power. He’s not just a bad guy; he’s the bad guy, the eternal embodiment of strength and ambition. Throughout the Zelda series, Ganondorf has been the impending storm on Hyrule’s horizon, the dark counterpart to every strain of Zelda’s Lullaby, and the mastermind who makes every swing of the Master Sword absolutely necessary.

Another name that immediately came to mind while thinking about the casting for this movie was Dave Bautista. Toss him a cloak and a crown and you’ve got Ganondorf walking among us. Bautista’s got muscles to spare and a gaze that can turn other Hollywood tough guys into whimpering Cuccos.

But it’s not just the brute force and the stern look; it’s the layers of depth he’s brought to his roles that make him perfect for Hyrule’s overlord. His ability to find the heart in hardened characters will bring a complexity to Ganondorf that’s as intriguing as it is intimidating. Imagine him in his role as Drax in the Guardians of the Galaxy movies, but not an air head. Imagine Drax as the most terrifying and strong leader, merciless and doing everything he can for power. Can’t you just see him, in all his fearsome glory, sarcastically clapping as Link enters the throne room? Bautista’s Ganondorf will be the one you love to hate, bringing a richness to the role that will have audiences everywhere delighting in his every diabolical move. With Bautista on the bill, Ganondorf won’t just be a boss to beat; he’ll be a character you can’t take your eyes off. Every snarl, every cruel laugh, a performance that will redefine what it means to be the villain everyone will be talking about.