Nintendo’s Super Mario Galaxy Movie captured the spotlight at The Game Awards 2025 with the debut of a captivating new teaser entitled 'Mario & Luigi vs.
Bowser Jr.' The cinematic adaptation, produced in collaboration with Illumination— the studio behind the box office hit The Super Mario Bros.
Movie— is set to premiere globally on April 6, 2026.
The teaser offers fans an extended look at an early scene in which iconic protagonists Mario and Luigi confront Bowser Jr.
in a dynamic showdown.
Notably, Bowser Jr.
appears in a form inspired by his recent appearance as Wonder Bowser Jr., adding a fresh twist to the much-loved rivalry. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is based on Nintendo’s beloved platforming franchise, originally released for the Nintendo Wii in 2007.
Super Mario Galaxy is widely regarded as one of the series’ defining titles, celebrated for its innovative gravity mechanics and imaginative level design.
The game’s critical and commercial success—selling over 12 million copies worldwide—has fueled excitement for its cinematic adaptation. During the teaser reveal, a Nintendo spokesperson described the new footage as an extension of the movie’s initial confrontation with Bowser Jr., where Mario and Luigi’s teamwork is put to the test against one of their most challenging adversaries.
The spokesperson emphasized the film’s commitment to "capturing the spirit, humor, and adventurous heart of the Mario universe," ensuring both longtime fans and newcomers can share in the spectacle. This project marks yet another milestone in Nintendo’s ongoing expansion into multimedia.
Following the massive success of The Super Mario Bros.
Movie in 2023— which grossed over $1.3 billion globally— expectations for the Super Mario Galaxy Movie remain high.
Illumination has established a strong partnership with Nintendo, leveraging their animation expertise to bring the Mushroom Kingdom to life for audiences worldwide. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie will debut in theaters on April 6, 2026, with further updates expected via future Nintendo Direct presentations and the official Nintendo eShop news channels.
As anticipation builds, fans eager to experience the next chapter of Mario’s intergalactic adventures can look forward to more exclusive previews in the months leading up to the premiere. Stay tuned for comprehensive coverage of the Super Mario Galaxy Movie, including developer insights, film production updates, and all major announcements from Nintendo’s ongoing portfolio.
Bowser Jr.' The cinematic adaptation, produced in collaboration with Illumination— the studio behind the box office hit The Super Mario Bros.
Movie— is set to premiere globally on April 6, 2026.
The teaser offers fans an extended look at an early scene in which iconic protagonists Mario and Luigi confront Bowser Jr.
in a dynamic showdown.
Notably, Bowser Jr.
appears in a form inspired by his recent appearance as Wonder Bowser Jr., adding a fresh twist to the much-loved rivalry. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is based on Nintendo’s beloved platforming franchise, originally released for the Nintendo Wii in 2007.
Super Mario Galaxy is widely regarded as one of the series’ defining titles, celebrated for its innovative gravity mechanics and imaginative level design.
The game’s critical and commercial success—selling over 12 million copies worldwide—has fueled excitement for its cinematic adaptation. During the teaser reveal, a Nintendo spokesperson described the new footage as an extension of the movie’s initial confrontation with Bowser Jr., where Mario and Luigi’s teamwork is put to the test against one of their most challenging adversaries.
The spokesperson emphasized the film’s commitment to "capturing the spirit, humor, and adventurous heart of the Mario universe," ensuring both longtime fans and newcomers can share in the spectacle. This project marks yet another milestone in Nintendo’s ongoing expansion into multimedia.
Following the massive success of The Super Mario Bros.
Movie in 2023— which grossed over $1.3 billion globally— expectations for the Super Mario Galaxy Movie remain high.
Illumination has established a strong partnership with Nintendo, leveraging their animation expertise to bring the Mushroom Kingdom to life for audiences worldwide. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie will debut in theaters on April 6, 2026, with further updates expected via future Nintendo Direct presentations and the official Nintendo eShop news channels.
As anticipation builds, fans eager to experience the next chapter of Mario’s intergalactic adventures can look forward to more exclusive previews in the months leading up to the premiere. Stay tuned for comprehensive coverage of the Super Mario Galaxy Movie, including developer insights, film production updates, and all major announcements from Nintendo’s ongoing portfolio.
