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.