Video game movie adaptations face high expectations. Going from one narrative medium to another is a major feat, considering one usually lets you play as the main character, while the other makes you a passive viewer. And the bigger the game, the bigger the risk. The Last of Us faced the same issue, but the show managed to become a resounding success. It blended what we love about good television together with what we love about video games. 2023’s The Super Mario Bros. Movie had a similar hurdle to clear.
The film, which premiered in theaters on April 5, took Nintendo’s long-standing franchise and turned it into a family-friendly adventure film backed by a star-studded cast.
Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy, Charlie Day, Jack Black, Keegan Michael-Key, and others voiced notable characters within the Mario universe. And despite all odds, the film actually became a success. By the end of April, it earned $1 billion globally according to Variety, an incredible feat for any film, let alone a video game adaptation. Already Nintendo’s game director Shigeru Miyamoto confirmed more movies based on Nintendo properties were on the way, as Comicbook.com reports. While that doesn’t confirm a direct sequel to The Super Mario Bros., it’s possible we’ll see more of the famous plumber and his friends in the future.
So, in case you missed The Super Mario Bros. Movie when it was in theaters, or want to watch it again with your friends and family, here’s how you can watch The Super Mario Bros. at home right now.
How to Watch The Super Mario Bros. Movie
Currently, The Super Mario Bros. Movie is available for purchase from Amazon Prime Video or Apple iTunes, although it’s a little pricey. The film costs $29.99 , but once you purchase it, it’s yours forever. You can also rent the film on Prime Video for $24.99.
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Milan Polk is an Editorial Assistant for Men’s Health who specializes in entertainment and lifestyle reporting, and has worked for New York Magazine’s Vulture and Chicago Tribune.
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