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NBCUniversal Leak Confirms 'Super Mario World' as Title for Mario Movie Sequel

The animated sequel, set for April 2026 release, pays homage to the iconic SNES game and teases Yoshi’s expanded role.

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A stunned Mario and a smiling Toad stand in the middle of a mushroom forest in The Super Mario Bros. Movie

Overview

  • NBCUniversal accidentally revealed the title 'Super Mario World' in a press release, which was quickly retracted.
  • The sequel to The Super Mario Bros. Movie is scheduled for theatrical release on April 3, 2026, with global distribution to follow.
  • Returning directors Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic will helm the project, continuing their collaboration with Illumination and Nintendo.
  • The title references the 1990 SNES game, which introduced Yoshi, aligning with the character's tease in the first film's post-credits scene.
  • Nintendo is also advancing its broader cinematic strategy, including a live-action Zelda adaptation slated for March 2027.