The Plot
The new trailer gives us a closer look at the movie’s plot, which centers around Mario and Peach’s quest to save Luigi from the clutches of the evil Bowser. Along the way, we see nods to various Mario spinoff games, including Super Smash Bros., but the biggest reference is to Mario Kart. That’s right, get ready to race down the iconic Rainbow Road!
The Cast
The Super Mario Bros. Movie boasts an impressive cast of A-list actors. Chris Pratt stars as Mario, with Anya Taylor-Joy as Peach, Jack Black as Bowser, Seth Rogen as Donkey Kong, and Charlie Day as Luigi. There are also many other famous faces lending their voices to various characters in the movie.
The Production
The Super Mario Bros. Movie is co-produced by Nintendo, Universal Studios, and Illumination Animation, the studio behind the hit Minions franchise. This movie has been a long time in the making, with production beginning all the way back in 2018.
The Hype
This is Nintendo’s second Direct dedicated entirely to the Super Mario Bros. Movie, and the hype is only growing as the release date approaches. Kids and adults alike are eagerly anticipating the chance to see their favorite video game characters come to life on the big screen.
The Release Date
Mark your calendars, because the Super Mario Bros. Movie is set to be released on April 5th! So grab your friends and family, and get ready to race down Rainbow Road with Mario and the gang. It’s sure to be an adventure that you won’t want to miss!
