The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Teaser Debuts, Unveiling Rosalina and Bowser Jr. Actors
The collaboration between Nintendo and Illumination shared the first full-length trailer for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie midweek. It was showcased in a special Nintendo Direct that focused exclusively on the forthcoming animated feature.
Following up on the 2023 hit film The Super Mario Bros. Movie, this new installment will send Mario to the outer limits of the universe. In his journey, he meets a new princess and a challenging new adversary in Bowser Jr., the heir to Bowser's throne.
A Cosmic Adventure Drawing from Classic Games
In the vein of the Wii console classics that serve as its inspiration, Mario will venture away from the cozy environment of the Mushroom Kingdom to explore outer space. On his epic voyage, he will meet again some familiar faces, such as the Luma, a fan favorite from the previous film.
But it appears Mario and his sibling Luigi will battle a different foe in the form of Bowser's angry little boy, who seemingly wields metal-based powers. Interestingly, the trailer for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is not exclusively centered on visuals from the Galaxy games; it also includes nods to additional popular titles like Super Mario Odyssey and Bowser's Fury.
Celebrity Voice Actors Returns and Expands
The feature will welcome back of the initial voice actors, including Chris Pratt as Mario, Anya Taylor-Joy as Peach, Charlie Day as Luigi, Jack Black as Bowser, Keegan-Michael Key as Toad, and Kevin Michael Richardson as Kamek.
New additions to the ensemble for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie are Brie Larson, who will bring to life Rosalina, and Benny Safdie, set to represent Bowser Jr. The casting was verified by Chris Meledandri, the chief executive of Illumination.
A Big Year for Mario
Mario's latest cinematic adventure is set to release near the 40th anniversary of the initial Super Mario Bros. release. In addition to the movie, 2026 promises to be a major period for Mario and his friends.
Nintendo confirmed a trio of new releases already confirmed for the upcoming year, such as Mario Tennis Fever, a version for Switch 2 of Super Mario Bros. Wonder, and a fresh Yoshi side-scroller titled Yoshi and the Mysterious Book.
Launch Date Set
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is scheduled to hit theaters on April 3, 2026.
