Charlie Day, the comedic force behind Luigi in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, has joined the growing chorus of fans and industry insiders supporting Danny DeVito as the perfect actor to bring Wario to life in future Mario film adaptations.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, directed by Illumination and released to wide acclaim, solidified Nintendo's ongoing partnership with the animation studio and introduced a new audience to its roster of iconic gaming characters on the big screen.
During a recent interview with ScreenRant, Charlie Day was asked about his ideal casting choice for Wario, the notorious rival to Mario within Nintendo lore.
Without hesitation, Day voiced his support for long-time collaborator and celebrated actor Danny DeVito.
"Danny would fit so well in this universe, and he would be a great Wario," Day remarked, reflecting on DeVito's ability to capture both the gruffness and underlying humor essential to the character.
Additional cast members from The Super Mario Galaxy Movie shared their own imaginative picks.
Anya Taylor-Joy, the actress behind Princess Peach, highlighted Jessica Lange as a dream addition, though she remained undecided on an ideal Nintendo character for her to portray.
Meanwhile, Keegan-Michael Key, the voice of Toad, suggested that Chloë Grace Moretz would excel in the role of Princess Daisy.
Demand for DeVito as Wario has gained notable traction among fans since the global release of The Super Mario Bros.
Movie in 2023.
The momentum extended into 2024, with DeVito himself responding positively to the prospect during a separate press appearance.
His association with gaming doesn’t stop there—DeVito was a fan-favorite candidate for Detective Pikachu in the original 2016 Nintendo 3DS release, with the 2019 movie’s development team even going as far as animating Pikachu speaking with iconic lines from DeVito’s past performances as a proof of concept.
Nintendo’s expanded cinematic universe continues to make headlines, with spinoff merchandising like the Super Mario Galaxy Movie Edition of Monopoly now available and digital events such as the Super Mario Run Galaxy Movie celebration featured on the Nintendo eShop.
Special Mario 40th anniversary products have also launched at major retailers like Best Buy and Target, further showcasing the company's commitment to cross-platform synergy.
With Illumination and Nintendo's partnership showing no signs of slowing, the inclusion of new beloved characters—and the potential casting of household names—remains a focal point for both fans and industry watchers.
As Charlie Day and his co-stars look forward to possible sequels or spinoffs, the enthusiastic support for Danny DeVito as Wario stands out as a testament to the enduring power of iconic casting in the world of Nintendo adaptations.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, directed by Illumination and released to wide acclaim, solidified Nintendo's ongoing partnership with the animation studio and introduced a new audience to its roster of iconic gaming characters on the big screen.
During a recent interview with ScreenRant, Charlie Day was asked about his ideal casting choice for Wario, the notorious rival to Mario within Nintendo lore.
Without hesitation, Day voiced his support for long-time collaborator and celebrated actor Danny DeVito.
"Danny would fit so well in this universe, and he would be a great Wario," Day remarked, reflecting on DeVito's ability to capture both the gruffness and underlying humor essential to the character.
Additional cast members from The Super Mario Galaxy Movie shared their own imaginative picks.
Anya Taylor-Joy, the actress behind Princess Peach, highlighted Jessica Lange as a dream addition, though she remained undecided on an ideal Nintendo character for her to portray.
Meanwhile, Keegan-Michael Key, the voice of Toad, suggested that Chloë Grace Moretz would excel in the role of Princess Daisy.
Demand for DeVito as Wario has gained notable traction among fans since the global release of The Super Mario Bros.
Movie in 2023.
The momentum extended into 2024, with DeVito himself responding positively to the prospect during a separate press appearance.
His association with gaming doesn’t stop there—DeVito was a fan-favorite candidate for Detective Pikachu in the original 2016 Nintendo 3DS release, with the 2019 movie’s development team even going as far as animating Pikachu speaking with iconic lines from DeVito’s past performances as a proof of concept.
Nintendo’s expanded cinematic universe continues to make headlines, with spinoff merchandising like the Super Mario Galaxy Movie Edition of Monopoly now available and digital events such as the Super Mario Run Galaxy Movie celebration featured on the Nintendo eShop.
Special Mario 40th anniversary products have also launched at major retailers like Best Buy and Target, further showcasing the company's commitment to cross-platform synergy.
With Illumination and Nintendo's partnership showing no signs of slowing, the inclusion of new beloved characters—and the potential casting of household names—remains a focal point for both fans and industry watchers.
As Charlie Day and his co-stars look forward to possible sequels or spinoffs, the enthusiastic support for Danny DeVito as Wario stands out as a testament to the enduring power of iconic casting in the world of Nintendo adaptations.