Super Mario Bros. Sequel Leaked: ‘Super Mario World’ Hits Theaters in 2026 with Yoshi’s Debut!

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Despite some debate over Chris Pratt’s portrayal of the Italian plumber, The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023) proved to be a blockbuster success, prompting discussions about a follow-up almost immediately after its release in theaters. A sequel was officially confirmed soon after the movie’s triumphant run. Ever since then, fans of Mario and Luigi have been eagerly awaiting any news regarding the sequel. Some theories suggested that the sequel might highlight Luigi (Charlie Day) or perhaps be based on Super Mario Galaxy. Recently, rumors about the title for the upcoming sequel have surfaced, hinting that the Super Mario Bros are set to embark on a global adventure.

According to reports, it appears that the upcoming sequel to “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” will be called “Super Mario World”.

Title “Super Mario World” derives from the famous 1990 Nintendo video game. It represents the fourth installment in the highly successful “Mario” gaming series. In this adventure, our heroes, Mario and Luigi, are unwinding on Dino Island, only to find themselves up against the usual suspect, Bowser, who’s come to snatch Princess Peach yet again. As for the sequel’s cast, it hasn’t been officially announced whether Jack Black will return as Bowser. If he does, fans can look forward to another heartfelt ballad about Bowser’s affections for Princess Peach.

Yoshi Will Debut in ‘Super Mario World’

When you dust off your vintage SNES for another round of “Super Mario World” before the 2026 film premiere, don’t forget a crucial fact: it was where Yoshi made his debut. This adorable green dinosaur has since risen to become one of the franchise’s most recognized figures, even spawning a series of his own video games. Here’s hoping the upcoming movie opts for Yoshi’s modern design over the original, somewhat debatable appearance.

The storyline of “Super Mario World” hasn’t been disclosed yet, with only the movie title being shared so far. After its initial announcement, NBC omitted further details in a subsequent press release. It is anticipated that Chris Pratt, Charlie Day, Jack Black, Anya Taylor-Joy, and Keegan-Michael Key will reprise their roles. Of course, without Mario and Luigi, it wouldn’t be much of a movie. However, if the film series continues to mirror the game plots (even loosely), it raises an issue: Bowser can only kidnap Princess Peach so many times before viewers lose interest. If “Super Mario World” proves successful, future installments could explore other games in the franchise. Possible adaptations might include a full-length “Mario Kart” film or even “Paper Mario”.

Super Mario World is releases in theaters on April 3, 2026.

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2025-05-14 15:40