Nintendo Unveils First Trailer for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie

Lead Nintendo released the first trailer for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie today, showcasing Mario blasting into space, revealing the title, April 3, 2026 release date, and returning voice cast.

Nut Graf The trailer debut, timed during Nintendo’s 40th anniversary celebrations, confirms the film’s connection to the beloved 2007 Wii classic and underscores Nintendo’s expanding transmedia strategy.

Trailer Highlights

  • Mario naps under a tree in the Mushroom Kingdom before rocketing into space.
  • Princess Peach’s castle and familiar characters like Toad and Monty Mole make brief appearances.
  • The title reveal appears as Mario drifts past stars, signaling a cosmic adventure.

Movie Details Subheading: Release Date and Cast The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is slated to premiere in theaters on April 3, 2026. Chris Pratt returns as Mario, Anya Taylor-Joy as Princess Peach, Charlie Day as Luigi, Jack Black as Bowser, Keegan-Michael Key as Toad, and Kevin Michael Richardson as Kamek.

Subheading: Franchise Tie-Ins

  • Nintendo will re-release Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy 2 on Nintendo Switch 2 starting October 2, 2025, to coincide with the movie.
  • Both remastered games will support 4K resolution and enhanced controls on the new console.

Transmedia Expansion Nintendo’s announcement at its latest Direct event also revealed the rebranding of its Warpstar subsidiary to Nintendo Stars, aimed at bolstering film, television, and other entertainment projects tied to its gaming IP.

Box Office Context The upcoming film follows the 2023 Super Mario Bros. Movie, which grossed over $1.3 billion worldwide and became the first video game adaptation to cross the $1 billion mark.

Subheading: Looking Ahead Industry observers view this trailer release as a key initiative in Nintendo’s strategy to leverage its iconic characters across multiple media platforms, further solidifying Mario’s status as a global entertainment icon.