Iconic Nintendo Character Debuts in Super Mario Sequel Movie After 33 Years
Illumination confirmed a surprise casting addition for its upcoming Super Mario Galaxy sequel. Fox McCloud joins the ensemble, marking an iconic Nintendo character debut in the Super Mario sequel movie after 33 years.
What was announced
The studio unveiled the news on the film’s official X account. The post included a character poster and urged fans to buy tickets.
Cast and characters
The sequel brings back the primary Mario cast. It also expands the roster with several new voices.
- Mario — Chris Pratt
- Luigi — Charlie Day
- Princess Peach — Anya Taylor-Joy
- Toad — Keegan-Michael Key
- Bowser — Jack Black
- Bowser Jr. — Benny Safdie
- Yoshi — Donald Glover
- Princess Rosalina — Brie Larson
- Donkey Kong — Seth Rogen
- Kamek — Kevin Michael Richardson
- Fox McCloud — announced via official post
Fox McCloud’s video game history
Fox first led the 1993 Super Nintendo game Star Fox. That title launched a franchise totaling seven main entries and two spinoffs.
He is also a longtime playable fighter in Super Smash Bros. Fans have never seen him in a major theatrical film until now.
Previous adaptation attempts
There was a small-screen effort announced in February 2015. Adam Conover said CollegeHumor planned a claymation Star Fox series, but the project ended the next month.
Broader franchise implications
McCloud’s inclusion hints at a growing cinematic universe for Illumination’s Mario films. The move could open the door to spinoffs and cross-franchise cameos.
Other Nintendo properties often mentioned for screen adaptations include Kirby, Metroid, Animal Crossing, Pikmin, and Splatoon. Legal and licensing limits remain unclear.
Other Nintendo projects
- Sony’s live-action Legend of Zelda — slated for May 7, 2027 release
- Potential future crossovers could echo large interconnected film franchises
Release details
| Release Date | April 1, 2026 |
| Runtime | 98 minutes |
| Directors | Aaron Horvath, Michael Jelenic, Pierre Leduc, Fabien Polack |
Whether Fox McCloud’s appearance will spur a standalone Star Fox movie remains unknown. Filmogaz.com will follow developments as the theatrical release approaches.
