The sequel to Universal’s record-breaking “Super Mario Bros. Movie” has just received its official title: “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.” It’s set to release in theaters from Universal and Illumination on April 3, 2026.

The animated movie takes its title from Nintendo’s hit video game, “Super Mario Galaxy,” released in 2007 on the Wii. The news was announced Friday during a Nintendo Direct, ahead of the 40th anniversary of the original “Super Mario Bros.” video game on Sept. 13, 1985. The Nintendo Direct started off with a teaser for the sequel, which showed Mario sleeping under a tree with Princess Peach’s castle in the distance as the camera panned up to space. There were quick glimpses of a Monty Mole burrowing underground, Cheep Cheeps swimming in a stream and Toads scurrying around

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