The Super Mario Galaxy movie: everything you need to know

The Super Mario Galaxy movie is currently in theaters and continues to be a financial success. But what’s next for this long-awaited animated film? In this article, we cover the release dates, the box office performance, and what to expect in the future.

Premiere and commercial performance

The Super Mario Galaxy movie made its debut on April 1, 2026. The film has already grossed more than $830 million worldwide, making it the third-highest-grossing video game movie of all time. The current record is held by The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which generated $1.36 billion.

Availability on premium video-on-demand

According to several sources, The Super Mario Galaxy movie will be available on premium video-on-demand (PVOD) starting May 5, 2026. This date has not yet been officially confirmed by Universal Pictures, but based on previous trends, it seems like a realistic expectation.

Historical precedent

For context, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which was released on April 5, 2023, arrived on PVOD on May 16, 2023, six weeks after its theatrical debut. That pattern is likely being used as a guideline for the new film’s distribution. Universal Pictures has indicated that its 2026 films must remain in theaters for at least five weekends.

Future streaming information

After the PVOD release, The Super Mario Galaxy movie will likely become available on Peacock in August 2026, the streaming service owned by the same company that released the film. This matches the approach Universal has taken with previous releases.

Nintendo’s future in film

There is more on the way after The Super Mario Galaxy movie. In May 2027, the live-action The Legend of Zelda movie is set to release, with streaming on Netflix, the result of an extensive deal between Sony Pictures and Netflix. That partnership with Universal, which helped lead to the success of the Mario films, appears set to continue for now, with rumors of an untitled Nintendo animated film planned for April 2028.

The Super Mario Galaxy movie has already won over audiences and continues to perform strongly at the box office. With its rollout and future films in development, Nintendo remains a major player in the film industry.