From Notorious B.I.G. to Dean Martin to a 70-piece orchestra, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has the most unexpected — and utterly perfect — soundtrack of 2026. Let’s break it all down.
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The Super Mario: Film & Soundtrack Facts
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Film | The Super Mario Galaxy Movie |
| Release Date | April 1, 2026 |
| Composer | Brian Tyler |
| Total Score Tracks | 24 |
| Runtime | ~1 hour 27 minutes |
| Label | Back Lot Music / iam8bit |
| Directors | Aaron Horvath & Michael Jelenic |
| Available On | Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music |
The Super Mario: Score
Returning composer Brian Tyler, who scored the original Super Mario Bros. Movie, led a 70-piece orchestra for the sequel. The score features arrangements of themes from the two Super Mario Galaxy games alongside other Mario franchise installments. Wikipedia
Tyler is no stranger to big-screen blockbusters, having previously scored Fast & Furious, Iron Man 3, Avengers: Age of Ultron, and Crazy Rich Asians. Film Music Reporter His return brings continuity while pushing the musical world into interstellar territory.
Full Official Score Track List
| # | Track | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Super Mario Brothers Prelude | 1:24 |
| 2 | Super Mario Galaxy | 4:38 |
| 3 | Yoshi On the Go | 3:33 |
| 4 | The Rise of Bowser Jr. | 2:58 |
| 5 | Cool Motorcycle Guys | 2:16 |
| 6 | You’re Coming with Me | 3:01 |
| 7 | Trouble in the Pipes | 2:18 |
| 8 | Junior and the Koopas | 3:16 |
| 9 | Another Adventure Begins | 3:18 |
| 10 | Star Shower | 2:45 |
| 11 | Under Siege | 3:18 |
| 16 | The Worst Place to Bee | 4:14 |
| 20 | Assault on Planet Bowser | 6:16 |
| 21 | Your King Has Returned | 5:47 |
| 24 | 1up | 3:58 |
(Full 24-track album available on all streaming platforms
Licensed Needle Drops in the Film
Beyond the orchestral score, the film also makes select use of major needle drops, including tracks from The Notorious B.I.G., Dean Martin, The Bar-Kays, and Jack Black’s returning fan-favourite Peaches. NME
The mashup of hip-hop, classic crooner vibes, and funk alongside a sweeping orchestral score is as chaotic and joyful as the movie itself — and that’s exactly the point
Why It Works So Well
Producer Chris Meledandri noted the film draws from the Super Mario Galaxy (2007) and Super Mario Galaxy 2 (2010) games as core inspiration, promising surprises for fans of every Mario era. Wikipedia The soundtrack reflects exactly that — a joyful bridge between gaming nostalgia and cinematic grandeur.
The album is also available as a 2-CD set, double vinyl edition, and audio cassette via iam8bit Film Music Reporter — making it a dream collectible for any Mario fan.
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Explore the full production details on the Super Mario Galaxy Movie Wikipedia page.
FAQs
Q: Who composed the soundtrack for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie?
A: Brian Tyler composed the full original score, performed by a 70-piece orchestra, released on April 1, 2026 via Back Lot Music.
Q: What licensed songs are featured in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie?
A: : The film features needle drops from The Notorious B.I.G., Dean Martin, The Bar-Kays, and Jack Black’s beloved Peaches from the first film.
