The Super Mario Galaxy Movie appeared in theaters April 1 and did pretty well for itself, earning $1 billion in theatrical box office sales. It pretty much guaranteed that the Mario Cinematic Universe will continue in some form, even if the sequel’s plot was, in the words of Homer Simpson, “a bunch of stuff that happened.”
But you’ll be able to take that noisy mash-up of ideas home on physical format sooner than you think when the Blu-Ray is released less than a month from now. It will include a pretty decent amount of bonus features, though once again we lament the absence of a commentary track.
- Next Level: Making The Super Mario Galaxy Movie – Go behind the scenes of this epic journey across the cosmos as the visionary creators at Nintendo, the acclaimed filmmakers and artists of Illumination, and the extraordinary cast who redefined these iconic characters reveal the artistry behind every meticulously crafted moment.
- Cast of Characters – Explore how this impeccable cast masterfully embodied the iconic Super Mario Bros. characters, honoring their legacy while captivating audiences across generations worldwide.
- Mario & Luigi
- Peach & Rosalina
- Bowser & Bowser Jr.
- Toad & Yoshi
- Exploring the Galaxy – Guided by the filmmakers and cast, audiences embark on a journey through the film’s most iconic settings, revealing the thoughtful layers of nostalgia embedded in each one.
- Galactic Thematics – The emotional core of any Super Mario Bros. film lies in its relationships. This piece delves into the bonds between characters, examining the alliances that are tested, the connections that are broken, and those that endure and evolve forever.
- Cosmic Tunes – Some sounds are unmistakably Super Mario Bros. Composer Brian Tyler invites audiences inside his creative process, reimagining the franchise’s iconic game music as a powerful cinematic score that drives the action and elevates this epic adventure.
- Power Ups – There is no greater tool in the galaxy than a perfectly timed power-up. Take a closer look at the many power-ups featured in the film, explore how the filmmakers selected which to include, and hear from the cast as they share their personal favorites.
- Secrets of the Galaxy – Brimming with cleverly hidden Easter eggs, the film invites fans to return again and again to catch them all. In this feature, the filmmakers and cast offer insider guidance on where to look, what to watch for, and the surprises waiting to be discovered.
Wherever Mario and his pals go from here, it may have to be without directors Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic, who helmed the first two films. Their success here, plus earlier as the original showrunners of Teen Titans Go, has motivated Netflix to scoop them up and lock them down under an exclusive contract to produce original animated shows and movies for them. It’s unknown at this time what they plan to produce, as well as who Illumination is going to get to replace their roles.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie comes to Blu-Ray and 4K on June 16.
