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Nintendo and Illumination releasing mystery movie in 2028
Nintendo and Illumination are collaborating on a new mystery movie scheduled for release on April 12, 2028, as confirmed by Universal Pictures. This partnership has previously produced The Super Mario Bros. Movie and The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, with a live-action The Legend of Zelda film also slated for next year. Rumors also suggest potential movies based on Donkey Kong and Metroid.
Super Mario Galaxy Movie could arrive on digital platforms early next month
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is reportedly set to be released on digital platforms on May 5th, following its theatrical debut on April 1st. This collaboration between Nintendo and Illumination has been a cinematic success. The film is expected to incorporate elements from Super Mario Odyssey and Super Mario Galaxy.
The Mario Galaxy Movie's Digital Release Date Might Be Sooner Than We Expected
The Super Mario Bros. Movie is reportedly heading for a digital release on May 5th, just five weeks after its theatrical debut. While Universal and Nintendo have not officially announced the date, pre-orders are available on Amazon. The film has achieved significant box office success, surpassing $747.4 million globally.
The Mario Galaxy Movie's Digital Release Date May Be A Little Later Than We First Thought
Reports suggest that The Super Mario Galaxy Movie's digital release date has been pushed back to May 19th, following a seven-week theatrical run. While this date is not officially confirmed by Nintendo or Universal, it aligns with Universal's theatrical exclusivity window. The film has performed well at the global box office, surpassing $747.4 million.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie crossed $800 million mark at global box-office
The Super Mario Bros. Movie has surpassed $800 million in global box office revenue, marking a significant achievement for Nintendo and Illumination. The animated film recently opened in Japan with $11 million, the best opening for an American movie this year. Merchandise and promotional campaigns are expected to continue leading up to its release.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie earns $747M at box office
The Super Mario Bros. Movie has achieved $747 million globally at the box office, contributing to the franchise's total earnings surpassing $2 billion. Despite the film's financial success, co-producer Shigeru Miyamoto expressed bewilderment at the critical reception, noting a 43% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Super Mario Galaxy Movie surpasses $755m globally, becomes highest-grossing film of 2026
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has achieved over $755 million globally, becoming the highest-grossing film of 2026. The Nintendo adaptation has earned $361 million in the US and contributed to the Super Mario animated film franchise surpassing $2 billion worldwide. The article also mentions the upcoming live-action Legend of Zelda movie and a panel discussion on transmedia.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Has Made $756 Million in the Worldwide Box Office
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has achieved significant box office success, grossing $756 million worldwide and becoming the highest-grossing film of 2026. Despite mixed critical reception, the film has performed exceptionally well, with producer Shigeru Miyamoto expressing surprise at the negative critic reviews. Future Nintendo film adaptations are not planned as a connected universe, with a focus on individual character stories.
Nintendo and Illumination almost gave Yoshi his own movie
Shigeru Miyamoto revealed that a standalone Yoshi movie set in New York City was considered during the production of The Super Mario Bros. Movie. Ultimately, the idea was shelved in favor of the current film's storyline, though Yoshi eggs were included as a hint for future installments. Miyamoto also confirmed Yoshi's prominent role in the upcoming The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.
"It's Truly Baffling" - Shigeru Miyamoto Comments On The Mario Galaxy Movie's Critical Reception
Shigeru Miyamoto expressed surprise and confusion regarding the critical reception of The Super Mario Bros. Movie, noting that reviews were harsher than he anticipated. Despite the mixed critical response, the film has achieved significant box office success, surpassing $2 billion globally. Nintendo is now preparing to market its upcoming Legend of Zelda movie.
Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Bros Movie have now past $2 billion worldwide
The Super Mario Bros. Movie and the Super Mario Galaxy Movie have collectively surpassed $2 billion in worldwide box office earnings, making them the tenth highest-grossing animated film series of all time. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie alone has grossed $747.4 million globally and achieved the highest domestic debut of 2026 so far.
Mario Galaxy Movie Helps Franchise Surpass $2 Billion At Global Box Office
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has contributed to the Mario franchise surpassing $2 billion at the global box office, making it the 10th highest-grossing animated film series. The Super Mario Bros. Movie earned over $1.3 billion, while The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has reached $747.4 million worldwide.
Super Mario Galaxy Mendominasi, Debut The Mummy Melempem di AS
The Super Mario Bros. Movie continues to dominate the North American box office in its third weekend, earning an additional $35 million. The film has grossed $355.2 million domestically and $747.5 million globally, making it the highest-grossing film of the year. Meanwhile, Lee Cronin's new horror film The Mummy debuted in third place with $13.5 million.
Unsurprisingly, The Mario Galaxy Movie Is Already 2026's Biggest Box Office Hit
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has become the highest-grossing film of 2026, earning $629 million globally in just a few weeks. This success follows the billion-dollar performance of the first movie. The film faces competition later in the year from major releases like Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Avengers Doomsday, and Toy Story 5.
Super Mario Galaxy Movie now surpassed Sonic 3 Movie at worldwide box-office
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, a collaboration between Illumination and Nintendo, has surpassed Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Movie at the worldwide box office, grossing $629 million. This makes it the highest-grossing film of the year so far, though it faces competition from upcoming releases like Spider-Man: Brand New Day and Avengers: Doomsday.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has passed $500M globally
The animated Super Mario Galaxy Movie has surpassed $500 million in global box office earnings. The film, a collaboration between Nintendo and Illumination, had a reported budget of $110 million and is expected to reach $308 million in the United States alone.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie review - A Super Nintendo Cinematic Universe Expansion Pack
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, a collaboration between Nintendo and Illumination, expands the Super Mario cinematic universe. This film adaptation aims to entertain audiences of all ages by building upon the established Super Mario world.
Ex-Nintendo marketing lead believes Illumination used Fox McCloud in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie as an "IP…
Former Nintendo marketing lead Kit Ellis theorizes that Illumination included Fox McCloud in The Super Mario Bros. Movie as an "IP landgrab" to secure rights to characters. Ellis suggests the animation studio wanted to claim as many potential movie IPs as possible, even if they weren't immediately planned for film adaptation. This discussion follows rumors of a new Star Fox game announcement.
Taco Bell Predicted Mario And Star Fox Crossover Nearly 30 Years Ago
Promotional art from a 1997 Taco Bell campaign for the Nintendo 64 featured Mario and Fox McCloud together, predating their appearances in the Super Smash Bros. franchise. This unexpected pairing is being revisited following the release of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie and discussions about potential future Nintendo animated films and Star Fox game announcements.
Leaker claims Nintendo is looking to pitch a Luigi’s Mansion movie
A leaker claims Nintendo is considering pitching an animated movie based on the Luigi's Mansion video game franchise, potentially with Illumination, the studio behind The Super Mario Bros. Movie. This follows the recent announcement of a live-action The Legend of Zelda movie.
