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Super Mario Galaxy Movie

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is a 2026 animated adventure comedy film and sequel to The Super Mario Bros.

Updated September 12, 20261 min readCited sources

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is a 2026 animated sequel to The Super Mario Bros. Movie, taking Mario and friends into space. It was released by Universal Pictures and Illumination in April 2026.

What it is

The film is the official follow-up to the 2023 hit, based on Nintendo’s Mario franchise. Directed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic, it runs 98 minutes and moves the story from the Mushroom Kingdom to outer space. The plot involves Bowser, Bowser Jr., and Rosalina.

Who's in it

Returning voice actors include Chris Pratt (Mario), Anya Taylor-Joy (Peach), Charlie Day (Luigi), Jack Black (Bowser), and Keegan-Michael Key (Toad). New additions are Brie Larson as Rosalina, Benny Safdie as Bowser Jr., plus Donald Glover and Glen Powell in undisclosed roles.

When and where it released

The film premiered in Kyoto, Japan on March 28, 2026, and opened in the United States on April 1, 2026. It was released theatrically by Universal Pictures in Canada as part of its international rollout, making it accessible to Canadian audiences.

In short

  • Sequel to The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023).
  • Introduces Rosalina and Bowser Jr. as new characters.
  • Released theatrically in April 2026.
  • Produced by Illumination and Nintendo.
Canadian angle

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.

Quick questions

Is there a Mario Galaxy movie?
Yes. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is a 2026 animated film based on Nintendo’s Mario franchise and is the sequel to The Super Mario Bros. Movie.
What is the Super Mario Galaxy movie release date?
It premiered in Kyoto on March 28, 2026, and was released in the United States on April 1, 2026.
Who is in the Mario Galaxy movie cast?
Reported and official listings include Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy, Charlie Day, Jack Black, Keegan-Michael Key, Benny Safdie, Donald Glover, Glen Powell and Brie Larson.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Super_Mario_Galaxy_Movie
    Supports: Basic film identity, sequel status, cast, premiere and US release date.
  2. Nintendo — https://www.nintendo.com/us/movies/super-mario-galaxy/
    Supports: Official title, story setup, and promotional information.
  3. YouTube / Universal Pictures — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=En5QZmL5R1s
    Supports: Official final trailer, cast list and release timing.
  4. Variety — https://www.variety.com/2025/film/news/super-mario-galaxy-movie-sequel-1236515440/
    Supports: Official sequel title and initial release-date announcement.
  5. Deadline — https://www.deadline.com/2026/01/super-mario-galaxy-release-date-yoshi-reveal-1236695969/
    Supports: Updated release date announcement.
  6. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/the_super_mario_galaxy_movie
    Supports: Runtime and theatrical release date.