Star Fox Joins the Fray! Fox McCloud Confirmed for 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie' as Eiji Takeuchi Takes the Mic

New details regarding the film "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie," scheduled for release on April 24, 2026, have sent social media into a frenzy. An official announcement from Nintendo revealed that Fox McCloud, the protagonist of the "Star Fox" series, will appear in the film. Furthermore, it has been confirmed that voice actor Eiji Takeuchi will provide the Japanese voice for the character, a move that is already generating significant buzz.

The inclusion of Fox McCloud has been described by fans as a "major incident" level surprise. The crossover between Mario and Star Fox—two of Nintendo's most iconic franchises—has sparked a wave of excitement online. Fans have shared comments such as, "The Nintendo Universe has officially begun!" and "This is the perfect combination for a story set in the galaxy."

Eiji Takeuchi, who has been cast as Fox, is a highly talented voice actor known for his versatility. His notable roles include Ken Sudo in "Classroom of the Elite" and various characters in the "Hypnosis Mic" franchise. Fans have expressed high expectations for his performance, with posts stating, "I can't wait to hear Fox with that cool, deep voice" and "Takeuchi's Fox feels fresh and exciting." Some fans have even begun re-watching his past works in anticipation of the movie.

With global box office expectations already reaching astronomical heights—following in the footsteps of the first film's success which surpassed 100 billion yen—this sequel is the center of worldwide attention. As we head toward the April 2026 release, anticipation continues to grow to see how Fox and Mario will navigate the cosmos together.

The context

Following the massive global success of "The Super Mario Bros. Movie" in 2023, which grossed over $1.3 billion (approx. 140-190 billion yen depending on the exchange rate), Nintendo and Illumination are expanding their cinematic offerings. "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie" appears to be the next logical step, drawing inspiration from the critically acclaimed Wii game "Super Mario Galaxy." The introduction of Fox McCloud suggests that Nintendo may be building a shared "Nintendo Cinematic Universe" similar to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Fox McCloud is the leader of an elite team of mercenary pilots in the "Star Fox" series, first debuting on the SNES in 1993. Eiji Takeuchi is a prominent figure in the Japanese voice acting (seiyuu) industry, known for his "ikebo" (cool/handsome voice) which many fans feel fits the heroic yet rugged persona of Fox McCloud.

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