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Shigeru Miyamoto explained that Nintendo is focusing more on movies because they allow fans to reconnect with their games, as films remain accessible longer than games. Miyamoto, now more involved in film and theme parks than game development, highlighted the company's expanding film projects, including upcoming movies for Super Mario Galaxy and The Legend of Zelda.
Shigeru Miyamoto explains Nintendo's shift towards movies, emphasizing that while games become obsolete, IPs like Mario and Zelda remain memorable and enduring through films, which is why Nintendo is investing heavily in movie adaptations.
Nintendo has restructured its film division, now called Nintendo Stars, to develop movies based on its popular characters like Mario and Zelda, following the success of the Super Mario Bros. Movie. The division, which was previously Warpstar, is now wholly owned by Nintendo and is working on a sequel to the Mario movie and a live-action Zelda film, with plans for more adaptations in the future.
Nintendo celebrated Mario Day with sales on Switch games and accessories, as well as surprise announcements including a new Super Mario Bros. animated film set for release in 2026, release dates for Luigi’s Mansion 2 remaster and Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door remake, three new Mario titles added to Switch Online, and the announcement of a LEGO Mario Kart set coming in 2025.
Nintendo made several exciting announcements on MAR10 Day 2024, including the development of a new Super Mario Bros. Movie set for release in April 2026, the release dates for the Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door remake and Luigi's Mansion 2 HD, and the addition of Game Boy's Dr. Mario, Mario Golf, and Mario Tennis to Nintendo Switch Online. Additionally, LEGO Mario Kart sets are set to arrive in 2025.
Nintendo has released an English version of its Super Mario Bros. Movie digital guidebook, allowing fans to enhance their viewing experience with Easter eggs and fun facts. The guide is free but requires a Nintendo Account to view, and it complements the availability of the movie in physical form and across various streaming and digital stores worldwide.
Artists Megan Rose Ruiz and Travis Ruiz share new concept art and sketches from their work on The Super Mario Bros. Movie, including designs for Toad and various other elements such as Rainbow Road, Baby Peach, and Mario and Luigi's bedroom. The concept art offers a glimpse into the creative process behind the film's development.
Jack Black has expressed his desire for a potential sequel to the Super Mario Bros. Movie to be a full-on musical called Bowser's Revenge. While uncertain about the status of a follow-up film, Black has pitched the idea of incorporating more singing into the sequel, taking inspiration from Joker 2. The Super Mario Bros. Movie received critical acclaim for its faithfulness to the Mario franchise and colorful visuals.
Jack Black, who plays Bowser in the Super Mario Bros. Movie, expressed his eagerness to work on the sequel but revealed that there has been no communication or updates from Nintendo and Illumination. He mentioned that he has been eagerly waiting to get back to work on the project.
Jack Black surprised Jonas Brothers fans during their performance by appearing on stage in a Bowser-inspired outfit and performing his song "Peaches" from "The Super Mario Bros. Movie." The performance came just days before the song was nominated for a Golden Globe. Fans were ecstatic, and the Jonas Brothers announced plans for a 20th anniversary tour in 2025. The film is currently available to stream on Netflix or rent on Amazon Prime.
Jack Black discusses his hit song "Peaches" for the Super Mario Bros. Movie, revealing that it was a last-minute addition to the film. The song became a viral hit, reaching the Billboard Hot 100 chart and YouTube's top trends of 2023 list. Black also talks about his admiration for Taylor Swift, his thoughts on artificial intelligence, and the 20th anniversary of School of Rock. He expresses interest in playing a villainous role and discusses the recent end of the actors' strike.
The Super Mario Bros. Movie is set to premiere on Netflix in the U.S. on December 3rd, joining a lineup of family-friendly films for the holiday season. The film, based on the beloved Nintendo games, is an origin story for Mario and Luigi and features a star-studded cast including Chris Pratt, Charlie Day, Jack Black, and more. After grossing over $1.36 billion worldwide, it has become the highest-grossing video game adaptation of all time and the third-highest grossing animated film in history.
Nintendo reported better-than-expected sales and profit for its fiscal second quarter, driven by the success of the "Super Mario Bros. Movie" and the flagship Zelda game. The company's revenue fell 4% YoY, but its net profit jumped 17.7% for the six-month period. Nintendo raised its full-year forecasts, citing increased sales in its video game business and the depreciation of the Japanese yen. Despite concerns of the Nintendo Switch reaching its peak, the company sold 6.84 million consoles in the April to September period and maintained its forecast of selling 15 million units in the current fiscal year.
Warner Bros.' Barbie is set to become the highest-grossing movie at the 2023 domestic box office, surpassing The Super Mario Bros Movie with over $574.2M. This marks Warner Bros.' first time ruling the box office since 2011. It remains to be seen if other upcoming releases such as Wonka and Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom can surpass Barbie's success. Barbie achieved this milestone in just 34 days, outpacing previous records set by Top Gun: Maverick and Super Mario Bros Movie. In its fifth weekend, Barbie grossed $21M, and it is expected to earn $12M-$13M in its sixth frame.
This weekend, notable releases include the streaming premiere of The Super Mario Bros. Movie on Peacock, the availability of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 on Disney Plus, and several new movies to watch at home. Other releases include Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead and The River Wild on Netflix, Jesus Revolution on Netflix, Skinamarink on Hulu, The Whale on Paramount Plus, Paint on AMC Plus, and Turn Every Page - The Adventures of Robert Caro and Robert Gottlieb on Criterion Channel. Additionally, Insidious: The Red Door and Bad City are available to rent.