Super Mario Bros Movie Smashes Box Office Records!

The Super Mario Bros. Movie has set a new Rotten Tomatoes record with its remarkable success at the box office. With a whopping $1.239 billion worldwide, it has become the highest-grossing film of 2023 and the most successful video game movie of all time. Despite receiving mixed reviews from critics, audiences are thoroughly enjoying the plumber's escapades in the Mushroom Kingdom.

According to Comicbook, The Super Mario Bros. Movie has now broken a new record on Rotten Tomatoes, as the highest-grossing film with a "rotten" score at the domestic box office. With a domestic earnings of $549.29 million, it has surpassed the previous record-holder, Disney's live-action remake of The Lion King, which made $543.63 million domestically.

Why The Mario Movie Has Maintained Popularity

The success of The Super Mario Bros. Movie at the box office is a testament to its ability to provide audiences with an enjoyable theater experience. With the beloved video game character as its centerpiece, it comes as no surprise that this first animated feature film has gained such popularity. Despite an illegal leak on Twitter, the movie's success cannot be ignored.

While some have criticized the movie for its simplistic plot and shallow characters, it has also received praise for staying true to the Mario franchise. The film is packed with references to various aspects of the game, including Mario Kart and Super Mario Galaxy. With Nintendo's involvement and the film's family-friendly nature, it was destined for success even before its release.

The Super Mario Bros. Movie's triumph has paved the way for more Nintendo-based films in the future. Both Mario's creator Shigeru Miyamoto and Illumination CEO Chris Meledandri foresee a bright future for Nintendo and Illumination's collaboration, with potential adaptations of other Nintendo properties by the animation studio. While the specific projects remain undisclosed, the success of The Super Mario Bros. Movie signifies a potential comeback for Mario on the silver screen.