Nintendo is doing another Mario movie! This time, he’s leaving the Mushroom Kingdom. They just said that The Super Mario Bros. Movie is getting a sequel called The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, coming out on April 3, 2026. Those who have been Mario fans for years and those that just met him in the first movie are excited to see him in space.
The first movie, from 2023, did really well, making over $1.36 billion around the world! Families saw it together, adults felt like they were kids again, and kids were introduced to Mario, Luigi, and Princess Peach. It was funny and full of action and nods to Mario’s history, which showed that he can be great on the big screen, not just on game consoles.
Because the first movie was a success, a sequel seemed likely. This one is based on the Super Mario Galaxy games from the Nintendo Wii. Those games were awesome because they sent Mario to space, where he jumped around on small planets. Now, that same space is coming to theaters. People will get to see Mario and his friends in a new way.
Most of the original actors are coming back, which is awesome. Chris Pratt will still be the voice of Mario, and Anya Taylor-Joy will be Princess Peach again. Charlie Day will play Luigi, and we all assume Jack Black will be back as Bowser, especially after his song Peaches became popular in 2023. These actors made the characters better while being true to what they were, so the sequel should feel familiar.
Some new people will be in the movie too. Everyone is talking about Rosalina, the space guardian from the Galaxy games, and her little star buddies, the Lumas. People are excited to see how Rosalina is brought to life on screen. She’s expected to make the story better. Social media is full of fan art and ideas about her.
This movie is important for Nintendo. They’re making more movies now, after being careful for years. The first Mario movie showed them that people want good stories based on their games. With The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, Nintendo is seeing what’s next. If it does well, we could see movies based on The Legend of Zelda or Donkey Kong.
But for fans, it’s easy: Mario is all about being fun. Whether he’s dodging fire or saving Peach or in space, Mario brings happiness. That’s why the first movie was so popular, and that’s why people will come back for the sequel. Parents who brought their kids to the first movie are planning their next trip, making Mario something they enjoy together.
As we wait for 2026, it will be more exciting. Nintendo and Illumination Studios have time to get people excited, release trailers, and give fans short looks at the space. If the sequel is as good as the first movie and makes the story new, then Mario’s trip to space should be amazing.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is more than just a sequel. It’s the next part of a story that started in the 1980s. With good actors, a great story, and Nintendo’s ideas, it should be another success. Just like in the games, Mario is ready to go for the stars.