- Nintendo revealed a new trailer for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie during this weekend’s Nintendo Direct, showcasing classic characters like Yoshi making their big screen debut.
- The movie features Mario and Luigi in various locations familiar to players of Super Mario Odyssey, including an inverted pyramid in the Sand Kingdom.
- Yoshi’s first look reveals a talking dinosaur who initially seems fearful but later becomes part of the gang.
- Birdo and Mouser make appearances, with Birdo firing eggs at Peach, and Mouser making a brief appearance as a rodent boss from Super Mario Bros. 2.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie: A Big Screen Adventure
Nintendo has officially unveiled the trailer for “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie”, marking an exciting chapter in the beloved video game franchise’s journey to cinema. The trailer, presented during this weekend’s Nintendo Direct, provides a tantalizing glimpse into what fans can expect from this animated feature.
Mario and Luigi’s Journey Begins
The initial scenes of the trailer show Mario and Luigi motorbiking through a desert landscape reminiscent of Super Mario Odyssey. As they approach an inverted pyramid in the Sand Kingdom, the brothers discover a Warp Pipe that needs to be unblocked. Armed with Fire Flowers for added power, they venture into darkness, setting the stage for their adventure.
Yoshi Takes Center Stage
A significant portion of the trailer focuses on Yoshi, who is revealed to be talking and initially fearful but quickly bonding with Mario and Luigi. The presence of a talking Yoshi was hinted at in previous content, such as the post-credits scene from “Super Mario Bros.” where a green Yoshi egg begins to crack open.
Additional Characters and Plot Clues
Birdo’s angry demeanor is showcased as she fires eggs at Peach, who shields herself with her parasol. A quick appearance of Mouser, a deep cut character from Super Mario Bros. 2, hints at the movie’s rich narrative depth.
Post-Production Status and Voice Cast
The trailer concludes with Yoshi clutching a gun resembling the SNES Super Scope, while Toad holds Baby Luigi and Baby Mario, facing off against a T-Rex that looks straight out of Super Mario Odyssey. The movie’s animation work is now fully completed, as confirmed by Chris Meledandri from Illumination. Themes from the Super Mario Galaxy games are being re-recorded for the film’s soundtrack, using a 70-piece orchestra.
Release Date and Cast
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie will premiere in theaters on April 1, two days earlier than initially announced, to align with other international releases. The voice cast includes Chris Pratt as Mario, Anya Taylor-Joy as Princess Peach, Charlie Day as Luigi, Jack Black as Bowser, Keegan-Michael Key as Toad, and Kevin Michael Richardson as Kamek.
The trailer leaves fans eager for more details about the plot and how these iconic characters will interact in this new cinematic adventure. With a cast of familiar faces and a rich narrative filled with deep cut references, “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” promises to be an event not just for gamers but for all fans of classic Nintendo characters.
