Get ready to power up! Anya Taylor-Joy is officially returning to the Mushroom Kingdom. The acclaimed actress will once again voice the iconic Princess Peach in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, the direct sequel to the 2023 animated phenomenon. The film is set to warp into theaters on April 1, marking Taylor-Joy's first major big-screen appearance since 2024's Furiosa.
From Chess Champion to Blockbuster Princess
Anya Taylor-Joy's journey to becoming the voice of a generation's favorite video game royal has been remarkable. While she first captured widespread attention with her Emmy-nominated turn in Netflix's The Queen's Gambit, her career has since skyrocketed into the blockbuster stratosphere. She's proven her versatility in projects ranging from M. Night Shyamalan thrillers to the critically praised Mad Max prequel Furiosa and the Apple TV+ adventure The Gorge.
However, her role in The Super Mario Bros. Movie stands as her most commercially successful venture to date. The animated adaptation smashed box office records, earning over $1.3 billion globally. Taylor-Joy's charismatic performance as Princess Peach was widely praised as a key ingredient in the film's massive appeal, helping to modernize the character while staying true to her roots.
A Galactic Sequel Takes Shape
The success of the first film made a sequel inevitable. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie will reunite Taylor-Joy with co-star Chris Pratt (Mario) and introduce new voices to the franchise, including Donald Glover as the beloved dinosaur Yoshi. The plot is expected to draw inspiration from the beloved Wii video game, taking Mario, Peach, and Luigi on a cosmic adventure across various galaxies.
This release continues a trend of successful video game adaptations finding new life on streaming platforms, much like Brad Pitt's '90s Cult Hit 'Fight Club' Lands on Peacock. For fans of animated adventures, the anticipation is high, similar to the buzz surrounding other upcoming projects like Jack Black & Paul Rudd's 'Anaconda' Reboot.
What's Next for the Star?
2026 is shaping up to be an incredibly busy year for Anya Taylor-Joy beyond the Mushroom Kingdom. Following the Mario sequel, she will headline the new Apple TV+ series Lucky, starring alongside Timothy Olyphant as a reformed criminal pulled back for one final job. The series is scheduled to premiere on July 15.
To cap off the year, Taylor-Joy will step back into the vast deserts of Arrakis. She is set to reprise her role as Alia Atreides in Dune: Part Three, arriving in theaters on December 18. After a brief but memorable appearance in Dune: Part Two, her character is expected to take on a significantly larger role in the conclusion of the epic sci-fi trilogy.
Taylor-Joy's packed schedule reflects her status as one of Hollywood's most in-demand talents, capable of anchoring both intimate character dramas and world-building franchises. Her ability to move seamlessly between prestige projects and family-friendly blockbusters, much like other versatile stars celebrated in articles such as Before 'Sinners' Oscar Nom, Wunmi Mosaku Appeared in Acclaimed Drama 'Philomena', is a testament to her remarkable range.
With The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, audiences won't have to wait long to hear her voice guiding the heroes once more. The intergalactic adventure begins April 1.
