Fox McCloud Joins ‘Super Mario Galaxy’ in ‘Smash Bros’ Crossover Film
Nintendo confirmed Thursday that Fox McCloud will appear in the upcoming Super Mario Galaxy movie. The studio shared the news on the film’s official social account on March 26, 2026.
Announcement and release
The announcement included a theatrical release date of April 1, 2026. The message urged fans to get tickets ahead of opening.
Role details and casting
No voice actor has been named for Fox so far. The character’s screen time and role remain undisclosed.
Gaming legacy
Fox McCloud first appeared in 1993’s Star Fox on the Super Nintendo. He has also appeared in Star Fox 64, Star Fox Adventures, Star Fox: Assault, Star Fox: Command, and 2017’s Star Fox 2.
Smash Bros. connections
Fox is a longtime presence in the Super Smash Bros. series. He debuted in the original Nintendo 64 fighter in 1999 and has returned in every main entry since.
Co-pilot Falco entered Smash in Melee. Villain Wolf joined the roster in Brawl.
The addition underscores a bridge between ‘Super Mario Galaxy’ and ‘Smash Bros’ properties.
Teasers and crossover talk
A previous trailer briefly showed a Pikmin tied to Captain Olimar. That clip amplified speculation about a wider Smash Bros crossover film.
Fans now wonder whether Samus or Captain Falcon might appear. Answers will arrive when the movie opens on April 1, 2026.
Filmogaz.com will follow casting updates and new trailers as they are released.
