Chris Pratt, Jack Blackand Anya Taylor-Joy turned heads at the Japan Grand Prix this weekend, just days after ‘Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ kicked off its big Japanese premiere. It was one of those moments where the glitz of Hollywood and the energy of Formula 1 collided, and everyone was talking about it.
Chris Pratt, Jack Black, Anya Taylor-Joy: What Happened F1 Grand Prix
Per Just Jared, after the Tokyo premiere, Chris Pratt, Jack Black and Anya Taylor-Joy appeared at the Suzuka Circuit for the 2026 Japanese Grand Prix on March 29. And they didn’t come alone; Keegan-Michael Key, Brie Larson, Charlie Day and a host of other actors joined in, making the whole thing feel like a full event rather than a casual hangout. The team mingled with fans, took selfies and even went to the Ferrari garage to meet Lewis Hamilton. It was a mix of movie stars and racing legends.From a strategic point of view, their timing was right. With the “Super Mario Galaxy” movie about to launch worldwide, an appearance at Japan’s F1 was the best way to grab everyone’s attention. Japan is a big market for Nintendo and Mario, so it made sense to make a splash there. Cameras caught them on the gridiron ride, blending in with the chaos and excitement of race day, and it was clear: it was more than just a PR move. It was a way to connect with fans on the ground and reach millions of viewers around the world.
‘The Super Mario Galaxy’ Japan premiere: inside a star-studded presentation
Before all the racing action, the cast premiered the big movie in Tokyo. According to Page Six, the event was a real spectacle as everyone leaned into “method dressing” by showing up in outfits inspired by their characters. Anya Taylor-Joy especially did it all, channeling Princess Peach with some iconic looks. The entire press tour has garnered a lot of attention for its playful and trendy vibe, and has been a hit with fans in Japan, where Nintendo’s roots run deep and Mario is essentially a national icon.
‘Super Mario Galaxy Movie’: what is it about?
‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ 2023 ‘Super Mario Bros. Movie’ is a sequel to the blockbuster hit, and this time, things get cosmic. Mario and Luigi leave the Mushroom Kingdom behind and head out into space. They join some new faces like Princess Peach, Toad and Yoshi as they travel across wild galaxies and one of Bowser and his son, Bowser Jr.’s big new characters is Rosalina, who helps guide the crew through their interstellar adventure.According to Collider, the film takes a lot of inspiration from the classic 2007 Nintendo game, Super Mario Galaxy. So there’s a lot of nostalgia, but it’s all wrapped up in a cool and visually stunning story. Voice actor Chris Pratt returns as Mario, Anya Taylor-Joy as Princess Peach, Charlie Day as Luigi, Jack Black as Bowser and Keegan-Michael as Key Toad. New voices include Brie Larson as Rosalina, Donald Glover as Yoshi and Benny Safdie as Bowser Jr. Directors Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic are back, along with composer Brian Tyler, so the entire creative team from the first film is here.“The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” will hit US theaters on April 1, 2026, followed by a Japanese release.
