Get ready to set your alarms this weekend, because Nintendo has surprised fans by announcing an upcoming Direct focused entirely on the animated sequel, *The Super Mario Galaxy Movie*. Breaking the usual weekday tradition, the presentation will offer an “exclusive look” at the highly anticipated film on Sunday, January 25, kicking off bright and early at 6 AM PT / 9 AM ET. Crucially, Nintendo has confirmed this showcase is strictly dedicated to the movie, meaning fans should not expect any video game announcements or updates during the stream.
While the runtime and specifics of the presentation remain tightly under wraps, the focus will undoubtedly be on the franchise’s expanding voice cast. The original ensemble is returning, featuring Chris Pratt as Mario, Charlie Day as Luigi, Anya Taylor-Joy as Princess Peach, Jack Black reprising his role as the ever-flamboyant Bowser, and Keegan-Michael Key as Toad. The sequel is also bringing in some exciting new talent, with Brie Larson signed on to voice the fan-favorite Rosalina and Benny Safdie joining the fray as Bowser Jr. We already know the plot picks up after the last film, with Bowser shrunk down and imprisoned in Peach’s castle—a predicament his determined son is apparently trying to rectify in his cosmic escape effort.