Illumination and Nintendo Advance ‘Super Mario Galaxy’ U.S. Release, Unveil Yoshi’s Debut
Super Mario Bros. fans have exciting news: Yoshi is making his big-screen debut. Illumination and Nintendo have announced that “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” will hit theaters in the United States on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. This date is moved up from the original release set for April 3.
Release Dates and Global Launch
The film will see a release in Japan on April 24, 2026, with additional launches planned in various markets throughout the month of April.
Introducing Yoshi and New Characters
The announcement also included a first look at Yoshi, the beloved green dinosaur who assists Mario and Luigi on their adventures. Fans can watch the new trailer to catch a glimpse of this anticipated character.
Returning Cast and New Additions
The sequel follows the success of the 2023 “Super Mario Bros. Movie,” which marked Nintendo’s foray into animated features. The original cast will reprise their roles, including:
- 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
New voices will include Bennie Safdie as Bowser Jr. and Brie Larson as Rosalina, alongside Yoshi.
Production Details
The film is co-financed by Universal Pictures and Nintendo, with Universal handling its worldwide release. The project brings back the original filmmakers, Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic, as directors. The screenplay is written by Matthew Fogel, while Brian Tyler is set to return as the composer.
Anticipation builds for “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie,” promising a new adventure that will capture the hearts of fans once again.
