Overview

• Industry insider Daniel Richtman claims a Donkey Kong feature is already being worked on at Universal.
• Outlets stress the claim is a rumor with no official confirmation from Nintendo or Universal.
• The project is reported to be a spin-off connected to The Super Mario Bros. Movie’s universe, according to the insider.
• Nintendo’s film slate includes The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, which is dated for April 3, 2026 following a recent teaser.
• A separate scoop says Netflix’s live-action Pokémon series remains in active development with updates expected next year, which has not been formally announced.