The White House announced that the Washington Monument will be illuminated for five nights starting New Year's Eve to kick off America's 250th birthday celebrations, featuring projection-mapping displays and fireworks, as part of a year-long series of national events.
The first trailer for the Super Mario Galaxy Movie showcases an adventurous space journey with Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, and new characters like Princess Rosalina, facing off against Bowser Jr. using innovative weapons, with a release date set for April 3rd, 2026.
Nintendo announced a Nintendo Direct on November 12, 2025, to debut the first trailer for the upcoming Super Mario Galaxy Movie, a sequel to the 2023 hit, set to release in cinemas on April 3, 2026, with a possible character leak hinting at the appearance of a green dinosaur.
Nintendo and Illumination announced a new movie set in "the world of Super Mario Bros." to be released on April 3, 2026 in the U.S., but it's unclear whether it's a sequel to last year's movie or a spin-off. The announcement did not specify if the film will focus on the Mario brothers, Peach, and Bowser, leading to speculation about potential spin-offs such as a Donkey Kong or Yoshi movie. Fans will have to wait for more details before the release date.
Illumination and Nintendo are collaborating on a new animated film based on the world of Super Mario Bros, set for release on April 3, 2026. The film will be directed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic, with financing from Universal Pictures and Nintendo, and production by Illumination founder Chris Meledandri and Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto. Nintendo aims to bring smiles to audiences through unique entertainment, while Illumination looks forward to sharing the beloved characters and stories with worldwide audiences.
Nintendo and Illumination are teaming up to create a new animated film based on the world of Super Mario Bros., set to be released in theaters on April 3, 2026. The film will be produced by Chris Meledandri and Shigeru Miyamoto, and will be directed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic. The companies have not specified if the film will be a sequel to the previous "Super Mario Bros. Movie," but have promised a bright and fun story that will broaden Mario's world further.
Nintendo has confirmed that a sequel to the Super Mario Bros movie is in the works, with Illumination collaborating on the project. The film is expected to be released on April 3, 2026, and will aim to broaden Mario's world with a bright and fun story. The success of the first movie has prompted Nintendo to embrace transmedia, with plans for a live-action Legend of Zelda film and other projects in the works.
The first trailer for "Despicable Me 4" has been released, featuring Steve Carrell voicing the reformed Gru and introducing a new character, Gru Jr. The film also introduces a new nemesis, Maxime Le Mal, voiced by Will Ferrell, and includes Sofia Vergara as his girlfriend Valentina. The movie is set to premiere on July 3, 2024, and includes returning cast members as well as new additions such as Joey King, Stephen Colbert, Chloe Fineman, and Madison Polan.
The trailer for "Despicable Me 4" has been released, revealing the full cast and new storyline as Gru and his family face a new nemesis, Maxime Le Mal, and his girlfriend Valentina. The film introduces Gru Jr. and features new characters voiced by Joey King, Stephen Colbert, and Chloe Fineman. Directed by Chris Renaud and produced by Illumination’s founder Chris Meledandri, the movie promises to continue the beloved animated franchise's success.
Jack Black, who plays Bowser in the Super Mario Bros. Movie, expressed his eagerness to work on the sequel but revealed that there has been no communication or updates from Nintendo and Illumination. He mentioned that he has been eagerly waiting to get back to work on the project.
NASA scientist Sarah Noble explains in a YouTube video that the Moon can be seen during the daytime due to its proximity to Earth, its phase, and its orbit. The Moon reflects sunlight and appears bright enough to be visible during both day and night, depending on its position in the sky. During a full Moon, it is opposite the Sun, allowing us to see its full face reflecting sunlight. The Moon rises just as the Sun sets on the day of a full Moon, and in the days before and after, it can be seen rising or setting before or after the Sun.
Rumors of a Zelda movie being developed by Illumination, the studio behind the Super Mario Bros. movie, have some fans worried about the potential mismatch between the studio's tendency towards glossy, upbeat films and the poignant, magical mystery of the Zelda franchise. Fans are also concerned about the possibility of pop song needle drops and glitzy casting announcements. While some fans suggest other studios, such as DreamWorks, would be a better fit, Nintendo may still be interested in bringing its sword-wielding hero to the big screen following the success of the Mario movie.
Universal is reportedly closing a deal with Nintendo and Illumination to make a The Legend of Zelda movie, following the success of their previous collaboration on The Super Mario Bros. Movie. The film is in its early stages and there is no current release date.
Nintendo is reportedly close to finalizing a deal with Universal for a Legend of Zelda movie, following the success of the Super Mario Bros. movie. The co-production between Illumination and Nintendo is said to be costing Universal a significant amount due to the success of the Mario film. The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom game has also been a blockbuster hit, selling 10 million copies worldwide in its first three days. Nintendo plans to expand its visual content strategy and bring more people in contact with its characters and game worlds.
Universal and Illumination are reportedly in the final stages of closing a "big deal" with Nintendo for a Legend of Zelda animated movie, according to film critic Jeff Sneider. While nothing has been officially confirmed, the success of the Super Mario Bros. movie suggests that Nintendo is keen to explore more movie adaptations of its IPs. Zelda series producer Eiji Aonuma has expressed interest in a Link movie, but his enthusiasm alone may not be enough to make it happen.