New Nintendo film planned for 2028

Nintendo’s next film, a collaboration with Illumination, is scheduled for release in 2028. The news comes hot on the heels of the recent launch of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, which arrived a few weeks before this announcement.

About the new film

The untitled movie is set to hit theaters on April 12, 2028, according to Universal Pictures Spain’s release schedule. While no story or cast details have been revealed yet, rumors are already pointing to a film centered on Donkey Kong, with Seth Rogen possibly returning as the voice actor.

Nintendo’s film history

Nintendo’s venture into film got a fresh start with The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which went on to generate huge box office returns. That recent success has laid the groundwork for a broader cinematic lineup, and Nintendo is clearly showing ambition to build a larger movie universe. It could even be a stepping stone toward a future Super Smash Bros. film, though that does not seem to be on the table just yet.

Future expectations

With more films on the way, Nintendo continues to expand in the entertainment space. The success of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has shown there is strong demand for animated films based on its popular franchises. Nintendo’s partnership with Illumination is proving especially lucrative, but there are concerns about maintaining quality in the writing, especially after mixed reactions to earlier films. The hope is that this new movie, and any follow-ups, can benefit from the lessons learned in the past.

As this natural evolution in Nintendo’s film strategy unfolds, fans remain excited about what the future may hold for their favorite franchises on the big screen.