Super Mario Galaxy Movie Blasts to Box Office Success

0:00On April 6, Chris Pratt's Super Mario Galaxy movie just blasted to the top of the 2026 box office, pulling in 130 point. $9 million domestically over its 3-day Easter weekend. That's across more than 4,000 theaters, and the 5-day total hit $190 million, making it the biggest domestic opening of the year so far. Globally, it's even bigger, raking in $372.5 million from 80 international markets and over 23,000 locations. Then marks the top global debut for 2026 and the 5th best ever for an animated flick right behind the original Super Mario Brothers movie, from 2023. Fans and experts are hyped with the franchise's massive IP pulling crowds like Gravity in the Galaxy. Comscore's Paul DeGarabitian says it's riding high on beloved characters and goodwill from the last hit, setting up a power-up for April and the Summer season.

1:00It also snagged fourth place for 3-day Easter openings ever, trailing flicks like Batman B Superman and Furious 7. The 5-day domestic haul ranks fourth all time too, behind Moana 2 and the first Mario movie. This rocket launch shows Nintendo's staying power, leveling up the game for animated blockbusters as Summer heats up. That wraps entertainment and celebrity news today, brought to you with AI. I'm Corey with The Story.