Nintendo Animated Film Set for April 2028 Release
Nintendo and Illumination have slated a new animated film for April 12, 2028. Speculation suggests this "event film" could be a long-rumored Donkey Kong spin-off. This announcement comes as other Nintendo film projects, including a live-action Metroid, are also reportedly in development.
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A new Nintendo animated movie is seemingly releasing in 2028, and signs are pointing to the rumored Donkey Kong spin-off
A Universal Pictures Spain release schedule indicates an untitled Illumination and Nintendo animated film is slated for April 12, 2028. This has fueled speculation among Nintendo fans that it could be the long-rumored Donkey Kong spin-off movie.
As rumours of a live-action Metroid movie swirl, Nintendo and Illumination set a mysterious new animated "event film" for April 2028
Nintendo and Illumination are reportedly planning a new animated "event film" for April 2028, with evidence suggesting it could be a Donkey Kong spinoff. This news comes amid ongoing rumors of a live-action Metroid movie, with Sony Pictures and Universal Pictures reportedly vying for the rights. Other potential Nintendo film projects in development include adaptations of Star Fox, Kirby, Luigi's Mansion, and Super Smash Bros.
Nintendo's Next Animated Movie Gets April 2028 Release Date
Nintendo has announced that its next animated film will be released in April 2028. While not explicitly named, the article references the success of the Super Mario Galaxy Movie.