Super Mario Galaxy Movie
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is a 2026 animated adventure comedy film and sequel to The Super Mario Bros.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is a 2026 animated adventure comedy film and the sequel to The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023). Produced by Illumination and Nintendo and directed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic, the film was released theatrically by Universal Pictures in 2026. Based on Nintendo's Mario franchise, the film follows Mario, Luigi and their allies on a space adventure involving Bowser Jr. and Rosalina.
Development and title
The film was announced as the follow-up to The Super Mario Bros. Movie and later titled The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. It continued the collaboration between Nintendo, Illumination and Universal Pictures.
Cast
The principal voice cast includes returning performers from the first film: Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy, Charlie Day, Jack Black and Keegan-Michael Key reprise their roles. New cast additions include Benny Safdie as Bowser Jr., Donald Glover, Glen Powell and Brie Larson as Rosalina.
Release
The film premiered in Kyoto, Japan on March 28, 2026, and opened in the United States on April 1, 2026. Some international release dates varied by market. The film was released by Universal Pictures in Canada as part of its international rollout.
Plot
The film sends Mario, Luigi and their friends into space on a mission involving Bowser, Bowser Jr. and Rosalina. It expands the franchise’s setting beyond the Mushroom Kingdom.
Key facts
- It is the sequel to The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023).
- The film was officially titled The Super Mario Galaxy Movie before release.
- Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy, Charlie Day, Jack Black and Keegan-Michael Key reprise their roles.
- New cast additions include Benny Safdie, Donald Glover, Glen Powell and Brie Larson.
- The story moves the franchise into outer space and features Bowser Jr. and Rosalina.
The film was released by Universal Pictures in Canada as part of its international theatrical rollout, and it is relevant to Canadian audiences as part of the broader Super Mario film franchise.
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References
- Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Super_Mario_Galaxy_MovieSupports: Basic film identity, sequel status, cast, premiere and US release date.
- Nintendo — https://www.nintendo.com/us/movies/super-mario-galaxy/Supports: Official title, story setup, and promotional information.
- YouTube / Universal Pictures — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=En5QZmL5R1sSupports: Official final trailer, cast list and release timing.
- Variety — https://www.variety.com/2025/film/news/super-mario-galaxy-movie-sequel-1236515440/Supports: Official sequel title and initial release-date announcement.
- Deadline — https://www.deadline.com/2026/01/super-mario-galaxy-release-date-yoshi-reveal-1236695969/Supports: Updated release date announcement.
- Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/the_super_mario_galaxy_movieSupports: Runtime and theatrical release date.