Nintendo and Illumination have officially revealed that Donald Glover will provide the voice for Yoshi in the highly anticipated Super Mario Galaxy Movie.
This announcement was made during today’s special presentation, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Direct, giving fans worldwide a deeper look into the movie’s all-star cast and fresh details on its global release schedule. Background and Development The Super Mario Galaxy Movie represents yet another collaboration between entertainment giant Nintendo and acclaimed animation studio Illumination, following the phenomenal box office success of The Super Mario Bros.
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Building on decades of beloved video game history, this new film brings the cosmic settings and inventive characters of Super Mario Galaxy to the big screen, aiming to captivate fans old and new alike.
Notable Voice Cast Announcements During the presentation, Illumination CEO Chris Meledandri reaffirmed the project’s commitment to a diverse, top-tier vocal cast.
He began by spotlighting Luis Guzmán, who will lend his voice to the formidable Wart, and Issa Rae, who is set to portray the formidable Honey Queen, ruler of the Honeyhive Galaxy.
Meledandri then addressed one of the film’s most speculated roles: "Many viewers have recently been curious about who is bringing Yoshi to life.
I’m thrilled to confirm that Yoshi will be voiced by an extremely talented performer and Nintendo superfan—Donald Glover." Donald Glover’s involvement adds another star to a cast already brimming with talent.
The film features Chris Pratt as Mario, Anya Taylor-Joy as Princess Peach, Charlie Day as Luigi, Jack Black as Bowser, Keegan-Michael Key as Toad, Benny Safdie as Bowser Jr., Kevin Michael Richardson as Kamek, and Brie Larson as Rosalina.
This impressive roster is anticipated to deliver both faithful and fresh interpretations of the franchise’s most iconic characters. Worldwide Release Dates and Expectations Nintendo confirmed that The Super Mario Galaxy Movie will begin its theatrical rollout in the United States and numerous global territories on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
Japanese audiences will be able to enjoy the film later that month, with a domestic release set for April 24, 2026.
Additional markets will follow throughout April, ensuring Super Mario fans around the world can share in the excitement. Celebrating Mario’s Legacy The upcoming release has already generated significant anticipation, thanks to the renowned history of the Nintendo Switch platform and the legendary Super Mario franchise.
Nintendo continues to expand its reach beyond interactive entertainment, further solidifying Super Mario as a cross-media sensation.
As Meledandri concluded in the Direct livestream, audiences can expect even more surprises when the film launches, promising a memorable experience for longtime fans and newcomers alike. Stay tuned for further updates on The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, exclusive interviews with the voice cast, and in-depth coverage of Nintendo’s ongoing multimedia initiatives.
This announcement was made during today’s special presentation, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Direct, giving fans worldwide a deeper look into the movie’s all-star cast and fresh details on its global release schedule. Background and Development The Super Mario Galaxy Movie represents yet another collaboration between entertainment giant Nintendo and acclaimed animation studio Illumination, following the phenomenal box office success of The Super Mario Bros.
Movie.
Building on decades of beloved video game history, this new film brings the cosmic settings and inventive characters of Super Mario Galaxy to the big screen, aiming to captivate fans old and new alike.
Notable Voice Cast Announcements During the presentation, Illumination CEO Chris Meledandri reaffirmed the project’s commitment to a diverse, top-tier vocal cast.
He began by spotlighting Luis Guzmán, who will lend his voice to the formidable Wart, and Issa Rae, who is set to portray the formidable Honey Queen, ruler of the Honeyhive Galaxy.
Meledandri then addressed one of the film’s most speculated roles: "Many viewers have recently been curious about who is bringing Yoshi to life.
I’m thrilled to confirm that Yoshi will be voiced by an extremely talented performer and Nintendo superfan—Donald Glover." Donald Glover’s involvement adds another star to a cast already brimming with talent.
The film features Chris Pratt as Mario, Anya Taylor-Joy as Princess Peach, Charlie Day as Luigi, Jack Black as Bowser, Keegan-Michael Key as Toad, Benny Safdie as Bowser Jr., Kevin Michael Richardson as Kamek, and Brie Larson as Rosalina.
This impressive roster is anticipated to deliver both faithful and fresh interpretations of the franchise’s most iconic characters. Worldwide Release Dates and Expectations Nintendo confirmed that The Super Mario Galaxy Movie will begin its theatrical rollout in the United States and numerous global territories on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
Japanese audiences will be able to enjoy the film later that month, with a domestic release set for April 24, 2026.
Additional markets will follow throughout April, ensuring Super Mario fans around the world can share in the excitement. Celebrating Mario’s Legacy The upcoming release has already generated significant anticipation, thanks to the renowned history of the Nintendo Switch platform and the legendary Super Mario franchise.
Nintendo continues to expand its reach beyond interactive entertainment, further solidifying Super Mario as a cross-media sensation.
As Meledandri concluded in the Direct livestream, audiences can expect even more surprises when the film launches, promising a memorable experience for longtime fans and newcomers alike. Stay tuned for further updates on The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, exclusive interviews with the voice cast, and in-depth coverage of Nintendo’s ongoing multimedia initiatives.
