The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is coming to digital platforms faster than it runs through scenes in its breakneck pacing. Just about a month and a half since the movie’s theatrical release in April, Illumination and Nintendo’s animated sequel will be available on digital storefronts next week on May 19.
Universal’s announcement confirms that digital copies will feature “over one hour of exclusive behind-the-scenes bonus content featuring your favorite characters,” including the following featurettes:
- NEXT LEVEL: MAKING THE SUPER MARIO GALAXY MOVIE – Go behind the scenes of this epic journey across the cosmos as the visionary creators at Nintendo, the acclaimed filmmakers and artists of Illumination, and the extraordinary cast who redefined these iconic characters reveal the artistry behind every meticulously crafted moment.
- CAST OF CHARACTERS – Explore how this impeccable cast masterfully embodied the iconic MARIO BROS. characters, honoring their legacy while captivating audiences across generations worldwide.
- Mario & Luigi
- Peach & Rosalina
- Bowser & Bowser Jr.
- Toad & Yoshi
- EXPLORING THE GALAXY – Guided by the filmmakers and cast, audiences embark on a journey through the film’s most iconic settings, revealing the thoughtful layers of nostalgia embedded in each one.
- GALACTIC THEMATICS – The emotional core of any SUPER MARIO BROS. film lies in its relationships. This piece delves into the bonds between characters, examining the alliances that are tested, the connections that are broken, and those that endure and evolve forever.
- COSMIC TUNES – Some sounds are unmistakably SUPER MARIO BROS. Composer Brian Tyler invites audiences inside his creative process, reimagining the franchise’s iconic game music as a powerful cinematic score that drives the action and elevates this epic adventure.
- POWER-UPS – There is no greater tool in the galaxy than a perfectly timed power-up. Take a closer look at the many power-ups featured in the film, explore how the filmmakers selected which to include, and hear from the cast as they share their personal favorites.
- SECRETS OF THE GALAXY – Brimming with cleverly hidden Easter eggs, the film invites fans to return again and again to catch them all. In this feature, the filmmakers and cast offer insider guidance on where to look, what to watch for, and the surprises waiting to be discovered.
If you want a physical copy of the film for your collection, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie will come to Blu-ray next month on June 16. The film has lagged slightly behind its predecessor at the box office, which made over a billion dollars in theaters in 2023. The Galaxy movie has still made over $942 million in theaters thus far, which still has it as the top earner in 2026 by a large margin. Illumination and Nintendo are working on more movies in its animated Nintendo universe, with the next film coming out in 2028.