The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
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The adorable heroes of the Mushroom Kingdom are this time leaving the boundaries of their world far behind. after the first film of the 2023 film received great acclaim, this sequel, directed by Aaron Horvath, takes familiar faces and hurls them into the depths of infinite space. And what emerges is a breathtaking galaxy adventure for both children and adults who were once children. Mario, voiced by Chris Pratt, along with his brother Luigi, is stepping onto a much larger stage this time. An interplanetary journey brings not only a visual feast; the bonds of brotherhood, friendship, and family form the emotional backbone of the film. The addition of strong actors such as Donald Glover and Benny Safdie to the structure, where names such as Anya Taylor-Joy, Charlie Day and Jack Black have maintained the existing staff, is also an indication of how much the story has expanded. One of the most striking aspects of the film is that it manages to create an original cinematic language without losing its connection to the video game legacy. The Super Mario Galaxy series had already become legendary in its own time for bringing the space theme to the gaming world. The film adaptation takes this legacy and adds new layers to it: parallel universes, mysterious planets, and unexpected alliances keep the narrative constantly alive. Bowser's arrival this time with a much more comprehensive domination plan puts the scale of the threat into both a humorous and genuinely thrilling framework. The animation's visual language is eye-catching; from the color palette to the scene design, a love for video games is felt in every frame. But what sets the film apart from a run-of-the-mill game adaptation is that it contains a solid emotional foundation beneath the ostentatious surface. The relationship between siblings, father-son dynamics, and friendship themes engage the audience from within amidst the action. The tempo never slows down throughout the 98-minute duration. As the surprises accumulate towards the end, the best choice will be to remain seated until after the credits roll. This galaxy-spanning adventure is poised to become one of the brightest stars on the 2026 animation calendar.
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Manuel São Bento
March 31, 2026
7/10
Full review: https://fandomwire.com/the-super-mario-galaxy-movie-review/ Rating: B+ "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is a sequel that, while losing some of the narrative cohesion of its predecessor, gains massively in spectacle, ambition, and heart. Through animation that redefines the studio's standards and a Brian Tyler score that masterfully honors Nintendo's legacy, the film offers a memorable experience anchored by inspired vocal performances. For those who grew up with these characters,...

Suhaixy
April 01, 2026
5/10
**A film that could have had great potential** As a huge Nintendo fan, I have to say that I found this film strange and hollow, with a lot of wasted potential. It isn't like the first one, which at least had a basic structure to the main plot and some character development (I ended up liking the film). But this one doesn't even have a solid plot or character development. I have felt like I was watching fragmented scenes, which had disappointed me a lot; it could have a great story and be m...
Chandler Danier
April 03, 2026
8/10
This movie is stupid trash. You should know that before going in. You should know that without me telling you. There are rules for stupid trash: 1. Keep it short. 2. Have some cool shit in there. This stupid trash is both short AND has cool shit. Rosalina is so hot. I want to be a star baby sucking on her teat. Fox McCloud?!!! ARE YOU FUCKING KIDDING ME?!!!!! AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!! HOLY SHIIIIIIIT!! I watched this in Spanish because I wanted to see what 3D tech was ...
Aadesh
April 04, 2026
/10
YOU KNOW WHAT? This movie is good because I watched it before and I liked gaming A LOT. So, I rate it ⅚. Please make me more excited if you agree. I rate it A tier. Always a good movie, and fun. Please make me more excited if you rate it a ⅚ or higher. Good animation but a little bit off. :) THANKS FOR READING.
certifiedcritic
April 07, 2026
9/10
It was engaging from start to finish. My minor gripe is that they introduced a scene that was deemed controversial by fans and removed it from the games yet they decided to add it to the movie, ok lol. Other than that, every scene had the right amount of comedy, action, suspense, and dramatic shot transitioned perfectly. The characters seemed much more themselves here than in the previous installment

CinemaSerf
April 15, 2026
5/10
Now I know that I'm not really the demographic for this, but I didn't mind the last one from 2023 so had an open mind as it started. Princess 'Peach' is kidnapped by the menacing baby 'Bowser' who is none too pleased that his dad has been locked up. He is determined to use her as leverage to free him, but that is exactly what intrepid and ingenious 'Mario' and 'Luigi' intend to thwart. What now ensues is the thinnest of stories stretched across a messy collection of interstellar scenarios as the...
Yohan Yukiya Sese Cuneta 사요한
April 24, 2026
10/10
Enjoyable! Not much nostalgia for me because I barely played Super Mario Galaxy but I like the lore I didn't know before. I can't wait for the sequel! Thank you BlastTV Philippines!
datafables13
April 27, 2026
7/10
You know how, sometimes, you get a burger that's so thin, overcooked, and leathery that it stops being a "burger" and starts being "a vehicle for condiments"? That, to me, is Super Mario Galaxy: The story/writing is simply there to deliver Nintendo-brand nostalgia. As someone with deep love and fond memories of Nintendo, I'm okay with this---but I'm not going to pretend that the story is the narrative equivalent of Wagyu beef. Contrary to what some of the less charitable critics say, the mov...
CoolMovieGuy
May 03, 2026
8/10
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is an amazing movie with great voice acting and nostalgia from other Mario games. I personally think nothing is wrong with this movie, unless you are someone who's only played the games on the NES or the new games. If you are, you may not get some of the references like(spoiler alert) Star Fox, Ukiki, Rosalina, Luma's, and some other stuff. I would recomend watching if you've seen the first and if you've played Mario Galaxy.
popcar2
May 26, 2026
4/10
**It's the thing! It's the thing from the game! Point at the screen and clap!** I know this is a kids movie, and I feel like if you have a kid that's under 12 years old they'd probably love it... But as an adult, this was a slog. The first movie wasn't a masterpiece but it at least had some heart and some semblance of a story, this one was an incredibly superficial advertisement for anything Nintendo. Look, it's Yoshi! Look, it's Pikmin! Look, it's Birdo! It's the bee from Mario Galaxy! It...
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie was released in 2026.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has a runtime of 1 hr 38 min (98 minutes).
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie belongs to the following genres: Family, Comedy, Adventure, Fantasy, Animation.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has a rating of 8.2/10 from 2,715 votes on TMDB.
In the United States, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is available to watch on: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home.