With the next Nintendo Direct right around the corner, excitement is building not just for new games, but for what might be the first look at the sequel to 2023’s hit animated film. Now, a surprise domain leak suggests that the next movie might carry a familiar name: Super Mario Galaxy.
Domain leak hints at space-themed sequel
According to recent findings, two new web domains, supermariogalaxy-lefilm.com and supermariogalaxy-lapelicula.com have been registered and linked directly to Universal Pictures’ nameservers. That’s the same distributor behind The Super Mario Bros. Movie, fueling speculation that this title might not just be a callback to the beloved 2007 Wii game, but the name of the movie sequel itself.
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Galaxy setting aligns with a big Mario anniversary
Although early rumors pointed to Super Mario World as the sequel title, the Super Mario Galaxy name brings a different tone entirely. The original game took players through orbiting planets, zero-gravity puzzles, and strange cosmic landscapes, all of which could make for a visually stunning animated film.
Kurakasis, a reliable online leaker, shared the potential title earlier this week. Now, with Reddit users uncovering the domain links, confidence in that leak has grown. Meanwhile, another well-known source, necrolipe, found a renewed trademark filing for Super Mario Galaxy, adding more fuel to the fire.
Why Super Mario Galaxy fits the sequel:
- Ties in with Mario’s 40th anniversary celebrations
- Offers a radically different world to explore
- Still beloved by fans after its Wii and Switch runs
- Visually dynamic environments are ideal for animation
- Galaxy’s characters (like Rosalina) could expand the cast
Fans eye Nintendo Direct for a possible teaser
The timing of this leak is no coincidence. With a September 12 Nintendo Direct confirmed, many expect a teaser trailer or sneak peek to drop during the broadcast. Nintendo has a track record of using its Directs to promote major media releases The Super Mario Bros. Movie trailer debuted in one, after all.
Beyond the film, some fans are speculating whether a Super Mario Galaxy re-release or compilation could land on the upcoming Switch 2. Even if the new 3D Mario game goes in a different direction, Galaxy could still return as part of Nintendo’s broader celebration.
One thing’s for sure: if this sequel takes Mario to the stars, Nintendo won’t have to try hard to make the fanbase orbit around it.
