It’s-a time! After The Super Mario Bros. Movie conquered the box office with over $1.3 billion worldwide in 2023, Nintendo and Illumination are back with an even bigger, more galactic sequel — and the hype is absolutely real. Here’s your complete guide to The Super Mario Galaxy Movie before you grab your popcorn.
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The Super Mario: Key Details
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Title | The Super Mario Galaxy Movie |
| Release Date (US) | April 1, 2026 |
| Release Date (Japan) | April 24, 2026 |
| Studio | Illumination / Nintendo / Universal Pictures |
| Directors | Aaron Horvath & Michael Jelenic |
| Screenplay | Matthew Fogel |
| Runtime | 1 hour 38 minutes |
| Rating | PG (Mild Violence, Rude Humor) |
| Formats | IMAX, RealD 3D, Standard |
| World Premiere | March 28, 2026 — Kyoto, Japan |
The Full Voice Cast
Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy, Charlie Day, Jack Black, and Keegan-Michael Key all reprise their roles from the first film, joined by exciting new additions — Brie Larson as Rosalina, Benny Safdie as Bowser Jr., Donald Glover as Yoshi, Issa Rae as Honey Queen, and Glen Powell as Star Fox protagonist Fox McCloud. Netflix Tudum
The Star Fox cameo alone has sent fans into orbit.
What’s the Story?
Life in the Mushroom Kingdom is disrupted when glowing star pieces start raining from the sky and Rosalina crashes her wrecked ship nearby. Meanwhile, a reckless Bowser Jr. is using dark magic and a mysterious brush to free his shrunken father from his tiny jar prison — accidentally ripping open wormholes across space in the process. Mario, Luigi, Peach, Toad, and their new friend Yoshi hijack a spaceship and blast off to collect Grand Stars and stop the chaos.
The film is based on the beloved 2007 video game Super Mario Galaxy and its 2010 sequel, with a score by Brian Tyler performed by a 70-piece orchestra featuring re-recorded themes from the Galaxy series. Netflix Tudum
For the full history of the Super Mario franchise and why it’s become one of gaming’s greatest cultural phenomena, Wikipedia’s overview of Super Mario is a great starting point.
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Why This One Is Going to Be Even Bigger
Both the original film and this sequel are co-produced by Illumination CEO Chris Meledandri and Nintendo’s legendary Shigeru Miyamoto Buzzwithriz, ensuring the game’s DNA remains genuinely intact on screen. Production began in early 2024, with animation completed by Illumination Studios Paris in November 2025 and post-production wrapping in January 2026. Netflix Tudum
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FAQs
Q: When does The Super Mario Galaxy Movie release in the US and what formats is it available in?
A: It releases in US theaters on April 1, 2026, available in standard, IMAX, and RealD 3D formats nationwide.
Q: Who voices Yoshi and Rosalina in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie?
A: Donald Glover voices Yoshi and Brie Larson voices Rosalina — two of the most exciting new additions to the already star-studded cast.
