New Animated Film Based on Super Mario Bros Announced by Illumination and Nintendo
Illumination and Nintendo Join Forces for a Blockbuster Animated Film
Illumination and Nintendo are set to captivate audiences once again with their upcoming animated film based on the beloved world of Super Mario Bros. Following the phenomenal success of their collaborative efforts in last year’s “The Super Mario Bros. Movie,” which grossed an astounding $1.3 billion and became the second highest-grossing movie of 2023, these iconic companies are ready to redefine animated cinema.
The Successful Partnership Continues
The masterminds behind the film, Chris Meledandri, the founder, and CEO of Illumination, and Shigeru Miyamoto, the representative director and fellow of Nintendo, are eager to continue their close collaboration. Their unwavering commitment to preserving the essence of the cherished video games in their previous film captivated fans worldwide, in sharp contrast to the ill-fated 1993 live-action “Mario” adaptation, which suffered critically and financially.
The Creative Powerhouse Team
Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic, the visionaries who helmed “The Super Mario Bros. Movie,” are set to direct this highly anticipated animated follow-up. The brilliant script will be penned by talented screenwriter Matthew Fogel, who also gave life to the previous film. Universal Pictures and Nintendo will co-finance this untitled project, which will be theatrically distributed worldwide by Universal Pictures.
Illuminating Animation Success
Illumination has proven to be an animation powerhouse, dominating the box office with an impressive list of hits. Notable successes include the iconic “Despicable Me” series, as well as “Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax,” “Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch,” “The Secret Life of Pets,” and “Sing.” Fans eagerly anticipate the upcoming release of “Despicable Me 4” on July 3.
Nintendo’s Gaming Legacy
Nintendo, the gaming giant, is widely recognized for iconic titles such as “Donkey Kong,” “The Legend of Zelda,” “Metroid,” and “Splatoon.” With a staggering global record of over 5.6 billion video games sold and more than 800 million hardware units, Nintendo continues to captivate gamers worldwide.
Breaking the News on “Mario Day”
Amidst the buzz of “Mario Day,” an annual celebration where Nintendo unveils deals on games and devices, Chris Meledandri and Shigeru Miyamoto delighted fans with a joint video announcing the next exciting chapter in the Super Mario Bros. movie franchise. Miyamoto hinted at a bright and fun story, while teasing a potential expansion of Mario’s world.
Thrilling Audience Anticipation
With the release date scheduled for April 3, 2026, in the U.S. and various global markets, fans eagerly anticipate the unveiling of the yet-to-be-titled film. Miyamoto’s comment about broadening Mario’s world only adds to the excitement, leaving fans eagerly awaiting further updates.
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