No rumors, no speculation. the cinematographic phenomenon Super Mario Bros. The film will return to the big screen with a long-awaited sequel. Nintendo and Universal renew their alliance, and no wonder: the film by Illumination, the creators of the Minions and Gru, became the highest-grossing video game adaptation in history. Of course, we already told you that you will have to wait more than a year to be able to see it in theaters.
The Big N has dropped a surprise mini-digital event commemorating its superstar's day (March 10 is known as Mar10 Day) in which Shigeru Miyamoto himself, the father of Mario, Link and Donkey Kong, has announced together with the president of Universal that the new Super Mario movie will begin its animation imminently, but he already tells us that it will hit theaters April 3, 2026 in the United States and other countries. And although at the moment there is no official title, there is already work done.
Nintendo will once again be behind the project, with Miyamoto leading the initiative. To date, both the script and the storyboards are already circulating at Illumination Studios Paris, repeating the same team that worked on the first film starting with the directors. Aaron Horvath, Michael Jelenic and, for the occasion, creating new scenarios that were not shown in the first film. Something that the creator of the character has confirmed:
Regarding details about the new film, we will announce them as soon as we can tell you more. This time, we plan to expand the world of Mario even further, with a light-hearted and fun story. We hope you are excited! Happy Mario Day!
On the other hand, it is worth remembering that, at least in the United States, the first film is planned to be re-released in theaters this year. Meanwhile, Nintendo has offered all fans a totally free 24-page digital mini-book with secrets and curiosities of Super Mario Bros. The Movie that will steal a smile from the youngest and nostalgic fans.
The first film of Super Mario Bros. conveyed the essence and joy of video games through its protagonists: brothers Mario and Luigi (Chris Pratt and Charlie Day respectively) who arrive in a strange world full of color and fun, a fearless Princess Peach (Anya taylor-Joy) and adventurous, and a Bowser (played by Jack Black) who deservedly stole the film's stardom.
Will this sequel surpass the success of the original? Taking into account the post-credits scene of Super Mario Bros. The Moviewe assume that a new green and very gluttonous character will make a difference.
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