Super Mario Galaxy Movie Surpasses $1 Billion Globally
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has now earned over $1 billion worldwide, becoming the first film of 2026 to reach this milestone. Domestically, the film has grossed over $420 million, contributing to the Mario franchise's collective box office success. Despite mixed critical reviews, the movie is now available on digital platforms following its theatrical run.
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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is currently the biggest box office opener of 2026
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has become the biggest box office opener of 2026, with projections aiming for a $372.5 million international total. This follows the success of The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which was the second-highest-grossing film of 2023.
Super Mario Galaxy Movie Helped Break A 106-Year Record
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie contributed to AMC Theatres achieving its best Easter weekend in 106 years, with over 6 million people attending its US and international locations. The movie's merchandise sales ranked second all-time for AMC, behind only Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour. The film earned $372 million globally in its first five days.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is Smashing Box Office Records, And No One’s Surprised
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has achieved significant box office success, earning $372.5 million and becoming the highest-earning video game adaptation of all time. Despite criticisms of its storyline and character development, the film is Universal's fifth biggest opening weekend of the year and may surpass its predecessor's total gross.
US: Nintendo makes $190 million for Super Mario Galaxy Movie
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has achieved a strong opening, earning approximately $190 million in North America within its first five days. Globally, the film has grossed $372.5 million. While slightly below its predecessor, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, this performance marks the largest domestic debut of the year.
Super Mario Galaxy Movie earns $48.3 million on Friday
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has achieved a strong opening, earning $48.3 million on its first Friday in North America and is projected to reach $129.4 million by Sunday. Despite mixed critic reviews, the film is on track for a $190-$200 million domestic gross in its first five days, slightly below the performance of The Super Mario Bros. Movie in 2023.
Super Mario Galaxy Movie gets additional $24.6 million on Thursday
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie continues its strong box office performance, earning an additional $24.6 million on Thursday and reaching $59.1 million domestically in its first two days. The animated film, a sequel to The Super Mario Bros. Movie, had a production cost of $110 million and is projected to gross between $360 million and $375 million globally.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Opening Day Breaks Multiple Records Worldwide
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie achieved a global opening day box office of $68.4 million, surpassing its predecessor, The Super Mario Bros. Movie. The film broke multiple records worldwide, including the biggest Universal opening in Mexico and Germany, and the second highest single-day preview for an animated film in the UK & Ireland. The movie also earned $34 million in the US on its opening day, marking the best performance of the year so far.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Earns $34 Million on Opening Day, Beating Its Predecessor
The Super Mario Galaxy movie achieved the biggest opening day box office collection of 2026, earning $34 million. Despite a lukewarm critical reception, the film is projected to earn $186 million over its five-day opening window, surpassing its predecessor's initial performance.
Global figures are in for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, more records broken
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has achieved significant global box office success, breaking records in multiple international markets. The film posted a worldwide opening day figure of $68.4 million, with strong performances in Mexico, the UK, Germany, and Spain, surpassing the debut of The Super Mario Bros. Movie in several territories.
The critics got it wrong: Super Mario Galaxy movie already had 2026’s best opening day
Despite mixed critical reviews, the Super Mario Galaxy movie achieved a strong opening day box office of $34.5 million domestically, surpassing its predecessor and other major film releases. User scores indicate a positive reception from fans, particularly younger audiences, suggesting a disconnect between professional critics and general moviegoers.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
The 'Super Mario Galaxy Movie' achieved a first-day box office opening of $34 million, marking the highest April opening ever. This indicates strong audience interest in video game movie adaptations.
Super Mario Galaxy Movie has released with a $34M opening day
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie achieved a $34 million opening day, surpassing the $31.7 million debut of The Super Mario Bros. Movie. The animated film, a collaboration between Nintendo and Illumination, incorporates elements from Super Mario Odyssey, Super Mario Galaxy, and Super Mario Wonder.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie breaks records with $34m opening despite "unfavourable" reviews
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie achieved the best opening day of the year, earning $34 million despite receiving generally unfavorable reviews from critics. While professional reviews were mixed, audience scores were significantly higher, indicating strong fan reception. The film's commercial success suggests a potential for future animated Mario installments.
Despite a low Rotten Tomatoes score, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is already breaking box office records
Despite a low Rotten Tomatoes score of 42%, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie achieved the best opening day of 2026 in the US with $34 million. It also set a record for the best opening Wednesday in April, surpassing its predecessor, The Super Mario Bros. Movie.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie hits $34 million at domestic box office
The Super Mario Galaxy movie, a collaboration between Nintendo and Illumination, has achieved $34 million at the domestic box office. This performance surpasses the record set by the first film in 2023.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Opens Huge, But Not Expected To Beat The 2023 Movie
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie achieved a strong opening weekend, earning $34 million on its first day in the US and projecting $128.2 million over three days. While its opening is significant, it is not expected to surpass the total earnings of The Super Mario Bros. Movie. The film has an A- CinemaScore rating, indicating positive audience reception.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Is Already Breaking Box Office Records
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has achieved the best opening day of the year in the US, grossing $34 million. It also set a new record for the best opening Wednesday in April, surpassing The Super Mario Bros. Movie. Projections indicate a potential worldwide gross of $350 million over the five-day Easter weekend.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has best opening day of the year at the box office, best opening Wednesday in April ever
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has achieved the highest opening day of the year at the box office, earning $34 million. It also set a new record for the best opening Wednesday in April, surpassing its predecessor, The Super Mario Bros. Movie. Projections suggest it could achieve one of the biggest domestic openings of the year.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is on track to beat Project Hail Mary for the biggest opening weekend of 2026 so far
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is projected to achieve the highest opening weekend of 2026, with an estimated $350 million worldwide. This projection surpasses Project Hail Mary's $140 million global opening and significantly exceeds the $171 million global debut of The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which ultimately grossed $1.3 billion.
Unsurprisingly, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Looks Set To Be A Huge Success
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is projected to earn $350 million worldwide during its opening five-day weekend, with a domestic gross of $175 million. This performance is expected to make it the biggest movie release of the year so far. The film will also feature appearances from Fox McCloud and Pikmin, and a Legend of Zelda movie is slated for 2027.
