Super Mario Bros. Movie Surpasses $1 Billion at Global Box Office: A New Milestone for Nintendo

The legendary plumber continues to break records, as the Super Mario Bros.

Movie, co-produced by Nintendo and Illumination, has officially crossed the $1 billion mark at the global box office.

Released internationally in April 2023, the film’s meteoric success cements the enduring popularity of Nintendo’s flagship franchise and underscores the enduring appeal of video game adaptations in cinema. The achievement, reported by The Hollywood Reporter, places the Super Mario Bros.

Movie among an exclusive roster—only the eleventh animated film in history to achieve over $1 billion in worldwide ticket sales.

This feat speaks volumes about the power of the Mario brand, cultivated by Nintendo since the 1980s, and the cross-generational impact of its signature characters, Mario and Luigi. Directed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic, and penned by Matthew Fogel, the Super Mario Bros.

Movie enjoyed an exceptionally strong performance in both the United States and Japan.

The film secured the top spot at the U.S.

box office for nearly four consecutive weeks, a testament to its widespread audience appeal.

Its recent release in Japanese theaters provided a substantial boost, helping to push global receipts past the billion-dollar threshold in just 26 days. The Super Mario Bros.

Movie’s box office earnings have now eclipsed the totals of major cinematic releases such as Marvel’s Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.

Box office trackers note that it is nearly on par with Jurassic World: Dominion, underscoring its dominance in a competitive theatrical landscape. Nintendo’s partnership with Illumination and Universal Pictures marks a significant chapter in video game adaptation history.

Shigeru Miyamoto, the legendary Nintendo game designer behind the Mario franchise, previously emphasized the importance of collaborating with studios who share Nintendo’s values and vision for storytelling.

"We approached the movie very much like how we develop games—focusing on creating an experience that’s fun for everyone," Miyamoto commented in translated remarks provided by Nintendo at the movie’s launch event. The release of the Super Mario Bros.

Movie also highlights Nintendo’s commitment to expanding its intellectual properties beyond the Nintendo Switch, eShop, and traditional gaming platforms.

This multi-platform presence supports the brand’s ongoing global growth and awards Mario and Luigi new opportunities to engage with broader audiences. With this milestone, the Super Mario Bros.

Movie reinforces Nintendo’s legacy as both a gaming and entertainment powerhouse.

As Mario celebrates this historic box office achievement, fans can expect the beloved plumber’s adventures to continue captivating audiences, both on screen and on Nintendo consoles worldwide.

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