Nintendo has shared a major update on the upcoming Super Mario Galaxy Movie, revealing a revised release date alongside the first full trailer showcasing new characters, locations, and story direction.
Following its reveal during the January 25 Nintendo Direct, the film is now firmly entering its final production phase.
Release Date Moved Forward
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is now scheduled to release on April 1 in the United States and several major markets.
This moves the film forward from the previously expected April 3 launch, placing its theatrical debut roughly two months after its official reveal.
Trailer Highlights and New Characters
The newly released trailer offers the first clear look at several fan-favorite characters and environments inspired by both Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Odyssey.
Confirmed characters shown
- Yoshi, appearing with a fully green design following an earlier leak
- Birdo
- Mouser
- Lakitu
- Baby Mario
- Baby Luigi
Notable trailer moments
- Mario and Luigi riding bikes toward a Sand Kingdom location resembling Tostarena
- Plumbing repairs inside an Inverted Pyramid
- A timid version of Yoshi encountered early in the journey
- Birdo attacking using egg-based projectiles
- Lakitu launching aerial ambushes
- A massive T. rex encounter strongly reminiscent of Cascade Kingdom
- Luigi using a frog suit while facing a giant Cheep Cheep
While Birdo and Mouser appear briefly, their exact narrative roles have not yet been revealed.
Casting and Creative Direction
Nintendo has previously confirmed two major voice roles:
- Benny Safdie as Bowser Jr.
- Brie Larson as Rosalina
The movie blends visual and thematic elements from Super Mario Galaxy with the world design and energy of Super Mario Odyssey, suggesting a large-scale adventure that moves across multiple kingdoms.
Production Status and Music
Illumination has confirmed that animation is fully completed.
The film is currently in post-production, with focus placed on:
- Sound design
- Final editing
- Musical composition
The score is being composed by Brian Tyler and will feature reworked Super Mario Galaxy musical themes, performed by a 70-piece orchestra.
High Expectations After Record-Breaking Success
The original Illumination–Nintendo Mario film surpassed $1.36 billion worldwide, setting massive expectations for this follow-up.
With Galaxy-inspired storytelling, expanded character roster, and orchestral music rooted in one of the franchise’s most beloved soundtracks, Nintendo appears to be positioning this movie as a much more cinematic experience than its predecessor.
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