Super Mario Galaxy Movie Trailer Premiere: Nintendo Direct Details and Release Date

Nintendo has officially revealed the premiere plans for the highly anticipated Super Mario Galaxy Movie trailer.

The company announced that a dedicated Nintendo Direct presentation will air on Thursday, November 12, 2025, at 6:00 AM PT, delivering the world’s first look at footage from the upcoming animated film based on the iconic gaming franchise. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, developed in partnership with Illumination—the studio behind the blockbuster Super Mario Bros.

Movie and Minions—has garnered major attention since its initial announcement during the September 2025 Nintendo Direct broadcast.

While details about the project have been closely guarded since then, fans have eagerly awaited more information about this new cinematic adventure starring Mario, Luigi, and their friends. Breaking the silence, Nintendo took to its official X (formerly Twitter) account to deliver the news, sharing: "On Wednesday, Nov 12, at 6am PT, tune in for a special Nintendo Direct featuring the world premiere of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’s official trailer.

Please note: no game information will be included in this presentation." The announcement also shared the official link to watch the broadcast, inviting viewers worldwide to witness the reveal live. Much like its predecessor, the Super Mario Bros.

Movie—which grossed over $1.36 billion globally—the Super Mario Galaxy Movie aims to bring the beloved Nintendo Switch adventure to theaters.

The film is slated for a theatrical release on April 3, 2026, further cementing Nintendo’s commitment to expanding its celebrated franchises into multimedia entertainment.

While no gameplay announcements will be featured during the Direct, the focus on the trailer debut underscores just how significant Nintendo expects this cinematic project to be for its global fanbase. Early glimpses, including glimpses shared on social media, suggest fan-favorite characters such as Yoshi will make an appearance, sparking widespread excitement and discussion across the gaming community.

As anticipation builds, viewers are encouraged to join the conversation and share their hopes for the movie adaptation—which promises to blend classic platforming adventure with family-friendly storytelling. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie follows in the footsteps of Nintendo’s ambitious cross-media strategy, leveraging its flagship IPs on platforms including the Nintendo Switch and the Nintendo eShop while also finding wide audiences in cinemas worldwide.

Stay tuned to the upcoming Nintendo Direct for the world premiere trailer and further information on this major motion picture event. Source: Nintendo of America X Account

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