The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (Spring 2026)

I don't think naming it after an entry a few games later means it can't also incorporate elements from the games that released between then. The name is probably because of the prominent inclusion of Yoshi. And unless we were really gonna go for "The Super Mario Bros. Movie 2, 3, 4. etc" naming each one after a different game is a good way to go.

I'm dreading whatever story they give the Koopalings if they appear though. They absolutely won't touch the original story that they're Bowser's kids with a ten foot pole because they still insist Bowser Jr. can't coexist with that. But it's the only story that feels right to me. And if they DO somehow go back to the Koopalings being his kids, it'll be a movie-exclusive divergent canon thing and probably mean Bowser Jr won't exist in the movie universe which is also not ideal.
 
Personally I'm excited for this. It's been three years since the original Mario Brothers movie came out which means Nintendo and Illumination and Universal have had enough time probably to perfect this sequel and address any potential flaws, although since I like everything Mario I would probably enjoy it anyway even if it was bad. But anyway, yeah, really excited about this. Would love to see the Koopalings make an appearance personally. Also although I respect Wittgenstein's opinion, personally I'm fine with either story of Bowser's kids, whether the Koopalings ARE his kids or not, or the now new canon where Bowser Jr. is his only son, and either canon being portrayed in the movie is fine with me. Sorry this was a bit long.
 
I wonder if anyone feel even older from since this movie was first announced. As in, the time when Nintendo made the surprising announcement that they would team up with Illumination to make a film. It has to be noted that this studio wasn't seen as a good fit for Mario by some, mainly because of Illumination's reputation compared to other studios. Of course, the film's eventual success basically assuaged any doubts even though it's not like the finest movie ever.

With that said, Nintendo seems to be holding the cards for this film because the only glimmer of information is the new title that was accidentally added in a web article. I'm looking forward to see what kinds of characters would be included, because the first movie has some surprising inclusions like (Foreman) Spike and Pauline.

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@winstein Not really that much older since Mario Movie 1 was announced LOL. Just two years older. And Mario Movie 1 was just two years ago. 🤣

Also what do you meant Illumination isn't a GOOD movie studio? They made "Despicable Me" and "The Secret Life Of Pets"-both of which were smash hits. Heck, I think even their sequels were pretty popular, too. And "Despicable Me" was literally the FIRST film they made-they were just starting out. That alone is just amazing. Sure, "Migration" wasn't objectively that good, but I expect the studio to at least still put out a few more bangers in the future.
 
Classic Sonic said:
@winstein Not really that much older since Mario Movie 1 was announced LOL. Just two years older. And Mario Movie 1 was just two years ago. 🤣

Also what do you meant Illumination isn't a GOOD movie studio? They made "Despicable Me" and "The Secret Life Of Pets"-both of which were smash hits. Heck, I think even their sequels were pretty popular, too. And "Despicable Me" was literally the FIRST film they made-they were just starting out. That alone is just amazing. Sure, "Migration" wasn't objectively that good, but I expect the studio to at least still put out a few more bangers in the future.
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I quite liked Migration. I don't think it was great or anything but definitely enjoyable.
 
Classic Sonic said:
@winstein Not really that much older since Mario Movie 1 was announced LOL. Just two years older. And Mario Movie 1 was just two years ago. 🤣

Also what do you meant Illumination isn't a GOOD movie studio? They made "Despicable Me" and "The Secret Life Of Pets"-both of which were smash hits. Heck, I think even their sequels were pretty popular, too. And "Despicable Me" was literally the FIRST film they made-they were just starting out. That alone is just amazing. Sure, "Migration" wasn't objectively that good, but I expect the studio to at least still put out a few more bangers in the future.
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I do not know if you remembered, but the news on Nintendo and Illumination's partnership was announced in 2018. Meaning the film had a 5 year period between announcement and release. But Illumination, as good as they are with what they do, didn't garner the same praise as other companies like Disney or Dreamworks Animation because of their reputation of lowbrow humour. In other words, some animation studios make movies for the art, while some create them primarily as entertainment (Illumination is the latter)

I think that, even though Illumination was seen as a worst possible studio compared to Disney/Pixar or Dreamworks, they do have the right traits that made them the best possible partner, no matter what the naysayers would say. Most notably, the creators have a strong partnership, and it's helped that Illumination has a better handle on budgets. In any case, I feel that despite the partnership, it's unfair to pin everything good about the film solely on Nintendo, because I felt that both of them contributed their strengths on the film.

Of course, the fact that The Super Mario Bros. Movie is a success basically quells any concerns or criticisms regarding the Illumination partnership, but they weren't seen as a guarantee before the footage was revealed (lest we forget, that voice casting video with Chris Pratt as Mario was criticised and lampooned).

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@winstein Yeah I agree with you. But although movies and cartoons when you make them being an art is the most important, they also have to be interesting and entertaining. I mean that's why people watch stuff-they want to be entertained, as well as enthralled in the story. Like, you can have something that is masterfully and beautifully made, but if it's not entertaining or interesting enough, what's the point? But yeah I agree with all your points.
 
It would probably make sense if the sequel is named "The Super Mario World Movie", just to coincide with the first movie being named "The Super Mario Bros. Movie".