The highly anticipated Mario Movie has finally made its debut in Japan, and it has already made a strong start at the box office. According to a report by 4Gamer.net (via Nintendo Everything), the movie grossed approximately $13.5 million in its opening weekend and had made around $16 million by Monday. This impressive opening weekend makes it the best Illumination movie debut in Japan ever.
The Mario Movie has outperformed the opening weekends of other Illumination films such as Despicable Me 3 and The Secret Life of Pets. It has also surpassed the opening weekend of Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, making it the best weekend movie debut for Universal in Japan.
Furthermore, the Mario Movie is the fastest-selling movie for Universal in Japan, reaching two billion yen faster than any of the studio’s previous releases.
This update comes after the news last weekend that the Mario Movie has grossed over $1 billion at the global box office. Fans who want to see the Japanese version of the Mario Movie can look forward to special screenings taking place in North America.
The Mario Movie, directed by Shigeru Miyamoto and produced by Illumination, is an animated adventure comedy based on the iconic Super Mario video game franchise. The movie features the voice talents of Chris Pratt as Mario, Anya Taylor-Joy as Princess Peach, Charlie Day as Luigi, Jack Black as Bowser, and many more.
The movie was released in Japan on April 1st, 2022, and has since been met with critical acclaim from audiences and critics alike. It is not only a box office success but also a creative achievement that has brought the beloved characters and world of Super Mario to life in a new and exciting way.
The success of the Mario Movie is a testament to the enduring popularity of the Super Mario franchise and its ability to capture the hearts of fans young and old.
