The Super Mario Galaxy movie: digital release and special features
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- Find out when The Super Mario Galaxy Movie hits digital, what bonus features are included, and what Nintendo has planned next.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie: Digital Release, Special Features, and More
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, the long-awaited animated film from Universal and Nintendo, premiered in theaters on April 1, 2026. After a successful six-week theatrical run that brought in more than $942 million, fans are now looking ahead to the film’s digital and physical release.
Digital and Physical Releases
The film will be available to buy digitally on May 19, 2026, letting viewers enjoy Mario and friends’ adventure from home. In addition to digital purchase, the movie will also be released on DVD, Blu-ray, and 4K Ultra HD. The physical release is set for June 16, 2026.
Along with the film itself, the Blu-ray release includes more than an hour of bonus features. That includes a mini-documentary on how the movie was made, plus cast and crew featurettes. The main cast includes Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy, Charlie Day, Jack Black, Brie Larson, and Keegan-Michael Key.
Timeline
April 1, 2026: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie releases in theaters.
May 19, 2026: Digital download available; the film arrives on premium video-on-demand (PVOD).
June 16, 2026: Physical release of the movie on Blu-ray and DVD.
Special Features on the UMD
The physical version of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie includes several special features that give fans a behind-the-scenes look. The main extras are:
NEXT LEVEL: MAKING THE SUPER MARIO GALAXY MOVIE – A behind-the-scenes look at how Nintendo and Illumination brought the film to life.
CAST OF CHARACTERS – Discussions on how the cast brought the iconic characters to life.
EXPLORING THE GALAXY – Visit the film’s most iconic locations and discover the nostalgic touches woven into them.
GALACTIC THEMATICS – A deep dive into the relationships between the characters and how they evolve.
COSMIC TUNES – Learn how the franchise’s sounds were transformed into a cinematic score.
POWER-UPS – A look at the power-ups used in the film and why they were chosen.
SECRETS OF THE GALAXY – A hunt for hidden easter eggs and more, with tips from the filmmakers and cast.
Commercial Success and Reviews
Despite mixed-to-negative reviews from critics, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has proven to be a commercial hit. With a production budget of $110 million and a box office haul of more than $942 million, the film appears set to keep adding to its success. It is currently the third-highest-grossing video game movie ever, behind its predecessor, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which earned $1.36 billion.
Critics have received the film mixedly, with scores ranging from two to six out of ten. Mario creator Shigeru Miyamoto said he was surprised by the reaction and hopes the film will be better received on a future rewatch.
Future of Nintendo Films
After The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, a live-action version of The Legend of Zelda has already been announced for release in May 2027. The film will stream exclusively on Netflix after its theatrical run. There are also rumors of a new Nintendo animated film, which is expected to arrive in April 2028.
With both a spinoff and possible sequels on the horizon, the partnership between Universal and Nintendo looks set to continue. Fans can likely expect to see their favorite characters back on the big screen in the future.
