Nintendo has ignited excitement in the gaming and film communities with the announcement of a major crossover in its upcoming feature, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.
The famed video game developer confirmed that Fox McCloud, the renowned protagonist of the Star Fox series, will make a special appearance in the film.
This news, shared across Nintendo’s official social media platforms, marks a notable collaboration between two of Nintendo’s most iconic franchises.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is poised to be one of 2026’s highly anticipated theatrical releases, scheduled to premiere on April 1.
Developed in partnership with some of the animation industry’s top talent and released under Nintendo’s watchful eye, the film adapts the beloved Nintendo Switch classic, Super Mario Galaxy, which originally debuted on the Wii and was later ported to the Nintendo Switch via the Super Mario 3D All-Stars collection.
The movie continues Nintendo’s foray into cinematic adaptations, following the massive commercial success of The Super Mario Bros.
Movie.
According to the official announcement, Fox McCloud appears in the film with a newly refreshed design, crafted specifically for the cinematic universe.
The promotional poster reveals Fox sporting slight design changes, blending his familiar look from the Star Fox series with stylistic touches unique to the film’s vision.
Nintendo stated, "Let’s rock and roll!
Fox McCloud joins The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, only in theaters April 1.
Get tickets now."
Fox McCloud originated in the 1993 release of Star Fox for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) and quickly became a staple of Nintendo’s character lineup.
The Star Fox series—acclaimed for its innovative gameplay and 3D visuals—has spanned multiple hardware generations, including fan favorites on the Nintendo 64 and Nintendo Switch.
Fox’s inclusion in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is a nod to decades of Star Fox legacy and a testament to Nintendo’s ability to seamlessly integrate its rich roster of characters across different media.
This announcement comes on the heels of Nintendo’s recent global sales milestones, with the Nintendo Switch surpassing 130 million units sold and Mario titles, including the eShop hits, maintaining strong chart performance.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’s crossover further underscores Nintendo’s strategy of expanding its intellectual properties beyond gaming, harnessing beloved characters to attract broader audiences through theatrical releases inspired by major franchises.
As anticipation builds toward the April release, fans are speculating about the future of Nintendo’s cinematic ventures and potential follow-ups involving Fox McCloud or other Star Fox series members.
For now, Nintendo’s confirmation places Fox at the center of attention, promising a visually stunning and nostalgia-fueled addition to the Super Mario Galaxy experience.
Stay tuned for more updates from Nintendo Directs and official sources as the film’s release approaches.
The famed video game developer confirmed that Fox McCloud, the renowned protagonist of the Star Fox series, will make a special appearance in the film.
This news, shared across Nintendo’s official social media platforms, marks a notable collaboration between two of Nintendo’s most iconic franchises.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is poised to be one of 2026’s highly anticipated theatrical releases, scheduled to premiere on April 1.
Developed in partnership with some of the animation industry’s top talent and released under Nintendo’s watchful eye, the film adapts the beloved Nintendo Switch classic, Super Mario Galaxy, which originally debuted on the Wii and was later ported to the Nintendo Switch via the Super Mario 3D All-Stars collection.
The movie continues Nintendo’s foray into cinematic adaptations, following the massive commercial success of The Super Mario Bros.
Movie.
According to the official announcement, Fox McCloud appears in the film with a newly refreshed design, crafted specifically for the cinematic universe.
The promotional poster reveals Fox sporting slight design changes, blending his familiar look from the Star Fox series with stylistic touches unique to the film’s vision.
Nintendo stated, "Let’s rock and roll!
Fox McCloud joins The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, only in theaters April 1.
Get tickets now."
Fox McCloud originated in the 1993 release of Star Fox for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) and quickly became a staple of Nintendo’s character lineup.
The Star Fox series—acclaimed for its innovative gameplay and 3D visuals—has spanned multiple hardware generations, including fan favorites on the Nintendo 64 and Nintendo Switch.
Fox’s inclusion in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is a nod to decades of Star Fox legacy and a testament to Nintendo’s ability to seamlessly integrate its rich roster of characters across different media.
This announcement comes on the heels of Nintendo’s recent global sales milestones, with the Nintendo Switch surpassing 130 million units sold and Mario titles, including the eShop hits, maintaining strong chart performance.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’s crossover further underscores Nintendo’s strategy of expanding its intellectual properties beyond gaming, harnessing beloved characters to attract broader audiences through theatrical releases inspired by major franchises.
As anticipation builds toward the April release, fans are speculating about the future of Nintendo’s cinematic ventures and potential follow-ups involving Fox McCloud or other Star Fox series members.
For now, Nintendo’s confirmation places Fox at the center of attention, promising a visually stunning and nostalgia-fueled addition to the Super Mario Galaxy experience.
Stay tuned for more updates from Nintendo Directs and official sources as the film’s release approaches.