Exploring Easter Eggs in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’s First Trailer
Nintendo has officially unveiled the first trailer for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, a follow-up to the successful Super Mario Bros. Movie. This teaser was released during a brief Direct stream, which introduced fans to the new characters, including Rosalina and Bowser Jr., along with their voice actors, Brie Larson and Benny Safdie.
Highlights from The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Trailer
The trailer opens with a miniature Bowser painting inside his castle, a leftover effect from consuming a mini mushroom in the previous film. This scene hints at the introduction of Bowser Jr. later on. A closer examination of Bowser’s paintings reveals several familiar faces and elements from the Mario franchise, such as:
- A Boo
- Smiling flowers from Yoshi’s Island
- Bowser’s iconic Koopa Clown Car
Shortly after, viewers see Mario and Peach witnessing shooting stars above the castle. This moment sets the cosmic tone for the film. It is quickly followed by Peach and Toad using a star portal, a hallmark of the Mario Galaxy games, launching into space where they encounter a water-filled world populated by Bloopers.
References to Classic Mario Games
The trailer also features two characters dressed in red and green, likely representing Mario and Luigi, riding motorbikes across a desert. This scene may nod to Mario Kart and leads to an inverted pyramid reminiscent of Super Mario Odyssey’s Sand Kingdom.
In an engaging fight scene, Peach takes on several Ninjis in a neon-lit casino arena, possibly referencing both Ninji Jump Party from Super Mario Bros. Wonder and the Sirena Beach Casino from Super Mario Sunshine. The Ninjis first appeared in Super Mario Bros. 2, adding a layer of nostalgia for long-time fans.
The Villains and Allies
Bowing to expectation, Bowser Jr. appears in the trailer, brandishing his paintbrush linked to Super Mario Sunshine. He sports a futuristic design, featuring metallic armor and a robotic voice, taking on the role of the film’s main antagonist who seeks to rescue his father. His paintbrush also transforms into a morning star on a chain, indicating a more evolved character.
Post title reveal, a pivotal scene introduces Rosalina, the beloved cosmic character from the Mario Galaxy games. She is seen escaping from Princess Peach’s castle as she confronts Megaleg, a robotic boss familiar to fans of the franchise. Rosalina uses star magic during this battle, showcasing her formidable abilities, all set to a melody reminiscent of the Gusty Garden Galaxy.
Character Development and Anticipation
The trailer goes further, showcasing Brie Larson as Rosalina, who is seen reading a storybook to a group of colorful Lumas. This moment references the storyline devices of both Mario Galaxy games, where Rosalina chronicles important events via storytelling. Although Yoshi has not yet been introduced, there are widespread expectations for his appearance in the film.
Illumination’s Chris Meledandri has indicated that the film will feature a wide range of characters, combining iconic favorites with deeper cuts from Mario’s vast history.
As fans eagerly await more information, one question lingers: where is Birdo?
