The first official trailer for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has arrived, revealing that Bowser is trapped in miniature form, his son Bowser Jr. is leading the charge as the primary antagonist, and the adventure will span far beyond the iconic Wii title. While the film shares its name with the 2007 space-faring classic, the footage confirms a massive crossover of eras, locations, and mechanics from across Mario’s entire gaming history.
Bowser’s Artistic Exile
Confined to a tiny, makeshift castle that doubles as a pet playpen, Bowser has pivoted from world-conquering to interior design. Despite his reduced size, his ego remains intact. When Mario dismisses his detailed painting of himself and Peach as “trash,” the Koopa King erupts in a familiar rage. It’s a humorous look at his “rehabilitation,” proving that even in a shrunken state, Bowser remains the same volatile despot he has always been.
A Multiverse of Mario Locations
The “Galaxy” theme is clearly just the starting point. While we see Peach and Toad utilize a Launch Star to reach a water-based planet, the trailer also highlights Mario and Luigi tearing through a desert landscape. The presence of the inverted pyramid confirms this is the Sand Kingdom from Super Mario Odyssey, complete with a Mad Max-inspired aesthetic. It appears the cast will be split across different dimensions, blending cosmic exploration with terrestrial throwbacks.
Sunshine and Casino Delfino Vibes
The film isn’t shy about pulling from the GameCube era. Peach and Toad are seen battling Ninjis on a stage heavily inspired by Casino Delfino from Super Mario Sunshine. Since Ninjis were not part of the original Galaxy or Sunshine rosters, this suggests the production is cherry-picking elements from the franchise’s deep catalog rather than delivering a strict adaptation of one specific game.
Bowser Jr.’s Dark Evolution
Benny Safdie steps into the role of Bowser Jr., who emerges as the film’s central threat. His design is a masterclass in fan service, blending his classic bandana-wearing look with the magic paintbrush from Sunshine. However, his transformation sequence is pure Super Mario Wonder—he shifts into a corrupted form characterized by a black-and-purple color palette and menacing, glowing red eyes.
Rosalina’s Cosmic Power
No Galaxy adaptation would be complete without Rosalina. Voiced by Brie Larson, the cosmic princess makes a formidable entrance in the trailer. Her magical prowess is on full display as she effortlessly dismantles Megaleg, a boss originally encountered in the Wii title. Her presence sets a high bar for the film’s action sequences, establishing her as a powerhouse within the movie’s hierarchy.
The Missing Dinosaur
Despite the post-credits tease from the first film, Yoshi remains conspicuously absent from this trailer. With the release date set for April 3, Nintendo and Illumination are likely keeping their cards close to their chest regarding the fan-favorite dinosaur. Whether he makes a grand appearance closer to the premiere remains one of the biggest questions surrounding the sequel.
