Donald Glover cast as Yoshi
Donald Glover will voice Yoshi in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, which is set to be released on April 1, 2026. This film is a sequel to The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which was released in 2023 and grossed over 1 billion dollars at the box office.
The announcement comes as part of a broader casting reveal for the upcoming animated feature. Glover is not the only notable actor joining the cast; Chris Pratt will reprise his role as Mario, while Charlie Day returns as Luigi and Jack Black as Bowser.
Brie Larson has also been cast to voice Princess Rosalina, with Benny Safdie voicing Bowser Jr. Other cast members include Luis Guzman as Wart and Issa Rae as Honey Queen. The film is directed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic, and produced by Nintendo and Illumination.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie follows Mario and friends as they face off against the evil Koopa King and his son. This storyline is anticipated to expand the universe established in the previous film, with observers noting that Nintendo is clearly positioning this as their “Empire Strikes Back.”
Initial reactions to Glover’s casting have been positive, with one source stating, “Donald Glover is now officially Yoshi.” The excitement surrounding the film is palpable, especially with the final trailer expected to provide a clearer look at the stakes involved in this cosmic adventure.
As the release date approaches, fans are eager to see how Glover’s portrayal of Yoshi will contribute to the film’s narrative. The anticipation builds not only for Glover’s performance but also for the ensemble cast’s dynamic.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding additional plot elements or character developments that may be revealed in the coming months. However, the excitement surrounding the film’s release continues to grow, with many looking forward to the next chapter in the Mario franchise.