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Super Mario Galaxy Movie Hits $629M

Super Mario Galaxy Movie Hits $629M

The animated sequel from Nintendo and Illumination has enjoyed otherworldly success, with ticket sales showing minimal drop-off since its record-breaking opening.

Analysts predict the film will easily cross the $1 billion mark in the coming weeks, despite upcoming competition from major tentpoles like ‘Spider-Man.’ Meanwhile, the sci-fi epic ‘Project Hail Mary’ has also performed strongly, surpassing $500 million globally.

The success of the Mario franchise has also boosted interest in Nintendo’s gaming hardware, with the company offering new bundles to celebrate the film’s release.

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
2026 animated film directed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic
Nintendo eShop
Online computer game distribution platform for Nintendo Switch 1 and 2
Project Hail Mary
First edition hardback published by Ballantine