Illumination and Nintendo Unveil Official Trailer for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Premiering April 2026
Illumination and Nintendo have unveiled the highly anticipated official trailer for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. This animated film continues the legacy of the Super Mario Bros. franchise and is set to debut globally in April 2026.
Key Details of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is produced by Illumination and Nintendo, directed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic. The screenplay is authored by Matthew Fogel, with the score composed by Brian Tyler, who returns after previous collaborations.
Release Dates
- United States: April 3, 2026
- Japan: April 24, 2026
- Worldwide Release: Selected territories throughout April 2026
Voice Cast Announcements
The film also announced the voice actors for Rosalina and Bowser Jr., alongside the previously confirmed cast:
- Chris Pratt as Mario
- Anya Taylor-Joy as Princess Peach
- Charlie Day as Luigi
- Jack Black as Bowser
- Keegan-Michael Key as Toad
- Kevin Michael Richardson as Kamek
Further additions to the voice cast will be revealed in the future.
Background on Illumination and Nintendo
Illumination, founded in 2007 by Chris Meledandri, is a leader in animated film production. Its successful franchises, including Despicable Me and The Super Mario Bros. Movie, have grossed nearly $11 billion worldwide.
Nintendo, established in 1889, has transitioned from playing cards to dominant gaming systems. With over 6 billion video games sold and 870 million hardware units, it has created beloved franchises like Mario and Pokémon. Nintendo continues to aim for unique, engaging family-friendly entertainment.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie builds on the success of The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which grossed over $1.3 billion worldwide. The collaboration between Illumination and Nintendo underscores a commitment to delivering quality animated content.
