Overview
- Nintendo and Illumination premiered a new trailer that confirms Yoshi’s role, with his voice actor still unannounced.
- The film’s U.S. and broad global release shifts to April 1, 2026, with Japan set for April 24 and major European markets also opening April 1.
- Illumination’s Chris Meledandri said animation is complete and the project has moved into post-production.
- The trailer highlights additional characters and game nods, including Birdo, Mouser, Baby Mario, Baby Luigi, and Luigi’s Frog Suit.
- Returning stars include Chris Pratt, Charlie Day, Anya Taylor‑Joy, Jack Black, Keegan‑Michael Key and Kevin Michael Richardson, joined by Brie Larson as Rosalina and Benny Safdie as Bowser Jr., with the original directors, writer and composer back.