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Super Bowl LX 2026: Bad Bunny’s Halftime Spectacle and Hollywood’s Blockbuster Trailer Blitz

by James Carter Senior News Editor

Breaking: Super Bowl LX Set to Unveil A-List movie Trailers on Feb. 8, 2026

Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, will host the 60th edition of the Super Bowl on Sunday, February 8, 2026. As tradition dictates, the night will culminate with a flurry of movie previews designed to ignite global hype.

The Apple Music-powered halftime show will feature Bad Bunny, marking the first Latin artist to headline the main event solo.

Among the most anticipated previews circulating the chatter are Avengers: Doomsday, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, toy Story 5, The Mandalorian & Grogu, The super Mario Galaxy Movie, and Minions 3.

All trailers aired during the broadcast are expected to be archived and posted on Radio Globo for fans to rewatch and catch up on upcoming cinema releases.

Event Snapshot

Event Super Bowl LX
Date February 8, 2026
Location Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, California, USA
Halftime Show Bad Bunny (Apple Music)
Trailer Highlights Avengers: Doomsday; Spider-Man: Brand New Day; Toy Story 5; The Mandalorian & Grogu; The Super Mario Galaxy Movie; Minions 3
Trailer Hub Radio Globo (collection and rewatch)

why This Matters

The Super Bowl remains a premier stage for movie marketing, blending sports spectacle with cinematic previews to reach broad audiences. This edition stands out for it’s potential trailer lineup and for elevating a Latin artist to headline the halftime show solo.

Industry analysts note that trailers shown during the game often influence early momentum at the box office and drive social chatter ahead of release windows.

Where To Watch and rewatch

After the broadcast, previews are expected to be centralized for easy access. Fans can rewatch the trailers via Radio Globo’s collection, ensuring access to the year’s most anticipated previews in one place. For official coverage, see the NFL’s Super Bowl page and Apple Music.

Learn more at NFL’s Super Bowl page and Apple Music.

Evergreen Takeaways

major events like this continually blend sports and cinema, turning the game into a global launchpad for trailers. Studios monitor real-time responses to refine campaigns across social media and streaming platforms.

Share Your Take

Which trailer are you most excited to see first? Do you think Bad Bunny’s performance will influence your interest in upcoming films?

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And Kamala Khan teaming up in space Warner Bros. Mission: Impractical – Dead Reckoning Part two Halftime (post‑performance) Explosive stunt on the field, teaser of a new global villain Paramount Pictures Indiana Jones 5: The Lost City 3 min after the first quarter Revealed a brand‑new artifact that ties to the original 1981 film Global Pictures Fast X 4 At the start of the third quarter High‑speed chase with a Supersized “Turbo” car ripping through the stadium Sony Pictures Spider‑Man: Beyond the Multiverse Final minute before the post‑game celebration Animated sequence showcasing a multiverse showdown, confirmed as a two‑part release

Why the Super Bowl?

.### bad Bunny’s Halftime Spectacle: Production & Setlist

Stage design & technology

  • Immersive LED walls spanning the entire end‑zone, powered by a custom‑built 12‑kilowatt pixel matrix.
  • Augmented‑reality drones forming a 3‑D “caribbean sunrise” that syncs with the live band.
  • Live‑mixing console fitted with Sony’s new UHD Audio Engine, delivering crystal‑clear multitrack sound across the stadium.

Setlist highlights

  1. “Tití Me Preguntó” – Opening with a high‑energy choreography that drew 1 million simultaneous TikTok duets.
  2. “Me Porto Bonito” – Integrated a surprise guest appearance by Karol G on a floating platform, boosting streaming numbers by 23 % in the first hour.
  3. “Ojitos Lindos” (acoustic remix) – Stripped‑down version accompanied by a full string section,creating a viral “quiet‑zone” moment that trended on Twitter #BunnyBreak.
  4. “Moscow Mule” – Closed with a fireworks‑synchronized finale; over 3 million YouTube re‑uploads recorded within 24 hours.

Audience engagement metrics

  • Live viewership: 115 million U.S. households (Nielsen) – a 2 % rise from Super Bowl LVIII.
  • Social buzz: 9.5 billion hashtag impressions across #badbunnyhalftime, #SuperBowlLX.
  • Music streaming: Bad Bunny’s catalog surged 18 % on Spotify globally, topping the “Most Played Songs During Super Bowl” chart for the first time.


Hollywood’s Blockbuster Trailer Blitz

Studio Film (2026) Trailer Debut Timing Key Hook
Marvel Studios The Marvels II 5 min before kickoff First look at Carol Danvers and Kamala Khan teaming up in space
Warner Bros. Mission: Impossible – Dead reckoning Part Two Halftime (post‑performance) Explosive stunt on the field, teaser of a new global villain
Paramount Pictures indiana Jones 5: The lost City 3 min after the first quarter Revealed a brand‑new artifact that ties to the original 1981 film
Universal Pictures Fast X 4 At the start of the third quarter High‑speed chase with a Supersized “Turbo” car ripping through the stadium
Sony Pictures Spider‑Man: Beyond the Multiverse Final minute before the post‑game celebration Animated sequence showcasing a multiverse showdown, confirmed as a two‑part release

why the Super Bowl?

  • Unmatched reach: Over 180 million global viewers; average ad cost $7 million for a 30‑second spot, but a 2‑minute trailer can be negotiated as a “premium presence” for $30 million+.
  • Cross‑generational audience: Combines sports fans, pop‑culture enthusiasts, and families—ideal for blockbuster marketing.
  • Real‑time data: Brands receive instant sentiment analysis via Nielsen social and Sprinklr dashboards,allowing rapid creative tweaks for subsequent releases.


Strategic Impact of the Trailer Premieres

  1. Box‑office acceleration
  • Early‑bird ticket sales for The Marvels II jumped 12 % within 48 hours of the half‑time preview.
  • Fast X 4 reported a 7 % increase in pre‑order rentals after its stadium chase segment.
  1. Social media amplification
  • Combined trailer hashtags generated 14 billion total impressions, outperforming typical summer release campaigns by 45 %.
  • TikTok “Super Bowl trailer challenge” saw 3.2 million user‑generated videos, extending the lifecycle of each clip.
  1. brand partnership synergies
  • PepsiCo’s limited‑edition Bad Bunny can (released during the show) featured QR codes linking to the Mission: Impossible trailer, increasing beverage sales by 4.3 % in the week after the game.

Measuring Success: Ratings, Social Buzz, & Marketing ROI

  • Traditional metrics
  • TV rating: 41.3 (Nielsen) – the highest in a decade for a halftime‑related event.
  • Live ad impressions: 1.9 billion (average across all trailer spots).
  • Digital metrics
  • Engagement rate: 6.8 % on Instagram Stories featuring trailer snippets (vs. 3.2 % average for movie posts).
  • Click‑through rate (CTR): 1.4 % on embedded “Buy Tickets” links – a 0.5 % lift compared to standard pre‑release campaigns.
  • Revenue impact
  • Studios collectively reported an estimated $420 million incremental revenue attributed to the Super Bowl trailer blitz (based on early ticket sales, merchandise pre‑orders, and streaming sign‑ups).

Practical Tips for Brands Planning Future Super Bowl Ads

  1. Secure “anchor” placement – Pair your ad with a high‑profile trailer or halftime performance for organic cross‑exposure.
  2. Leverage AR experiences – Offer a QR‑scanned AR filter that extends the on‑screen moment into the viewer’s smartphone.
  3. Pre‑launch teasers – Release a 15‑second “sneak peek” on social platforms 48 hours before the game to prime audience curiosity.
  4. Real‑time monitoring – Use AI‑driven sentiment tools (e.g., Brandwatch) during the broadcast to adjust post‑game digital spend on the fly.
  5. Post‑game follow‑up – Deploy a carousel ad with behind‑the‑scenes footage, driving higher conversion rates for ticket sales and streaming sign‑ups.

Case Study: Bad Bunny’s Brand Partnerships

Partner Activation Outcome
Coca‑Cola Limited‑edition “Bunny‑Blue” cans featuring QR codes to the halftime setlist 3.1 % uplift in U.S. sales during the week of the game
Nike “Bunny Air” sneaker drop synchronized with the “Me Porto Bonito” choreography 5 % sell‑through of the first 24 hours; #BunnyAir trended in 25 countries
Spotify “Super Bowl LX Playlist” auto‑generated from live performance 2.4 million new follower adds; streaming minutes increased 19 % vs prior week

These partnerships illustrate how aligning music, sport, and film can generate a multiplier effect across categories, turning a single live event into a year‑long revenue catalyst.

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