Donald Glover Cast as Yoshi in Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Excitement is building for the upcoming animated sequel, “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie,” set to enthrall fans once again. Donald Glover joins the cast as the beloved green dinosaur, Yoshi. This announcement was made by Chris Meledandri, CEO of Illumination, during a Nintendo Direct livestream.
New Cast Additions
Alongside Glover, several notable actors are set to lend their voices to key characters:
- Luis Guzman as Wart
- Issa Rae as Honey Queen
- Benny Safdie as Bowser Jr.
- Brie Larson as Princess Rosalina, the character first introduced in the 2007 original game
Returning Characters
The sequel also sees the return of familiar voices from the first film:
- 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
Plot Overview
Following the defeat of Bowser in the previous installment, Mario, Luigi, and Peach embark on a new adventure. This time, they face off against both Bowser and his son in an outer space setting. The heroes will travel through various unique planets, including:
- A fiery volcano world
- An underwater planet
- A high-tech realm with neon, gravity-defying obstacles
In this sequel, Yoshi will team up with Rosalina to tackle new challenges. The heroes will also confront new enemies, such as Wart and Honey Queen, along with the fan-favorite, Birdo.
Key Details
The film is co-directed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic. “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” is scheduled to hit theaters on April 1, under the banners of Universal, Illumination, and Nintendo. A new trailer has been released, offering a glimpse into this exciting adventure.
