New Super Mario Bros. Movie Art Reveals Princess Daisy, Birdo, and More

Early concept art from The Super Mario Bros. Movie has surfaced online, revealing characters like Princess Daisy, Birdo, and others that didn't make it into the final film. The artwork, initially appearing on story developer Jed Diffenderfer's website, offers a glimpse into scenes that include Mushroom High prom and battle chaos with Mario's allies and adversaries. Fans are particularly excited about the hint of Yoshi's future role, teased in the movie's post-credits scene with a polka-dot egg. The first Super Mario Bros. Movie was acclaimed for its visual appeal and adherence to the original game series, prompting development of a sequel set for April 2026.

Which characters from The Super Mario Bros. Movie concept art are fans most excited about?

Fans are particularly excited about Yoshi appearing in future installments of The Super Mario Bros. Movie, as well as seeing characters like Princess Daisy and Birdo in the early concept art.

The Super Mario Bros. franchise has been a significant part of Nintendo's portfolio since the mid-1980s, with Mario becoming an international icon and one of the most recognizable characters in gaming. The first Super Mario Bros. game revolutionized the platforming genre and established many conventions still used in games today. With the cinematic adaptation, the goal was to translate the charm and vibrancy of the games into film, which Illumination's The Super Mario Bros. Movie aimed to achieve, drawing in both long-time fans and new audiences.