---
title: "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie"
year: 2026
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-super-mario-galaxy-movie-2026"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1226863
imdb_id: "tt28650488"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 98
community_rating: 8.3
vote_count: 3106
content_rating: "PG"
---

# The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (2026) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-super-mario-galaxy-movie-2026

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is a 2026 animated adventure comedy film based on the Mario video game franchise by Nintendo. The production was a collaboration between Nintendo, Universal Pictures, and Illumination, with Shigeru Miyamoto and Chris Meledandri serving as co-producers. Directed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic and written by Matthew Fogel, the film serves as a sequel to the 2023 release The Super Mario Bros. Movie. The project was first announced on March 10, 2024, and arrived in theaters on April 1, 2026. The story follows Mario and Luigi as they face a new threat from Bowser Jr., who seeks to liberate his father from captivity and restore his family legacy. To stop the young heir’s crusade, the brothers travel across the stars alongside companions both new and old. While the film draws inspiration from the Super Mario Galaxy games, producers have indicated that the narrative includes surprises for fans of every era of the Mario franchise.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Mario and Luigi journey through space to stop Bowser Jr. from restoring his family legacy."

### Why Watch
- expands the franchise into space
- features new and returning characters

### Caveats & Content Note
- narrative focuses on a new antagonist
- Tone & Suitability: The film is an animated adventure comedy suitable for a general audience.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: animated, adventure, comedy, cosmic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, CosmoGo, Amazon Video |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Michael Jelenic, Aaron Horvath
- **Networks / Studios**: Illumination, Universal Pictures, Nintendo

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Chris Pratt** as *Mario (voice)*
- **Anya Taylor-Joy** as *Princess Peach (voice)*
- **Charlie Day** as *Luigi (voice)*
- **Jack Black** as *Bowser (voice)*
- **Donald Glover** as *Yoshi (voice)*
- **Benny Safdie** as *Bowser Jr. (voice)*
- **Brie Larson** as *Rosalina (voice)*
- **Keegan-Michael Key** as *Toad (voice)*
- **Glen Powell** as *Fox McCloud (voice)*
- **Luis Guzmán** as *Wart (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was the film released?
The film was released in theaters on April 1, 2026.

### Q: Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Aaron Horvath, Michael Jelenic, Pierre Leduc, and Fabien Polack.

### Q: Is this a sequel?
Yes, it is the sequel to the 2023 film The Super Mario Bros. Movie.

### Q: What is the plot about?
Mario and Luigi travel across the stars to stop Bowser Jr. from liberating his father.

### Q: Who produced the film?
It was produced by Nintendo in collaboration with Universal Pictures and Illumination.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (2026) - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/untitled-the-super-mario-bros-movie-sequel/scNm2cdIP2SiSm2TtS8Op3/main/)
- [The Super Mario Galaxy Movie - Wikipedia](https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Super_Mario_Galaxy_Movie)
- [The Super Mario Galaxy Movie - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Super_Mario_Galaxy_Movie)
- ['The Super Mario Galaxy Movie': Trailer, release date, and more](https://ew.com/the-super-mario-galaxy-movie-trailer-release-date-and-more-11903103)
- [The Super Mario Galaxy Movie](https://www.mariowiki.com/The_Super_Mario_Galaxy_Movie)
- [The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (2026) — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1226863-the-super-mario-galaxy-movie)

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