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Legendary Nintendo designer Takashi Tezuka, a driving force behind iconic titles in the Mario and Zelda series for over four decades, is set to retire on June 26th. His incredible career included directing the original Zelda, helping create Yoshi, and supervising modern hits like Breath of the Wild.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has achieved massive box office success, clearing over $800 million worldwide in just weeks and ranking as the No. 3 highest-grossing video game film of all time. It's also 2026's top movie so far and is on track to reach $1 billion. This success further cements the power of Nintendo's cinematic ventures.
Just exited The Super Mario Galaxy Movie with stars in your eyes? We've got the ultimate game list to keep that Mushroom Kingdom buzz going! Dive into classics, space adventures, and modern marvels across your Nintendo Switch and beyond.
The Super Mario Bros. Movie shattered expectations in 2023, raking in a cool billion dollars and cementing Nintendo's beloved plumber as a true cinematic powerhouse. Hot on its heels, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is
Charlie Day, the voice of Luigi in *The Super Mario Galaxy Movie*, caused a stir by humorously ranking alleged murderer Luigi Mangione as his second favorite Luigi during a press tour. This unexpected moment, in a usually controlled Nintendo environment, has generated significant online buzz and likely a PR headache for the gaming giant. Day's unfiltered personality shone through, creating a memorable, albeit controversial, interview highlight.
Donald Glover's surprise casting as Yoshi in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie was sparked by his own initiative. After loving the first film with his kids, Glover reached out to Illumination, expressing his strong desire to voice the iconic dinosaur. Despite initial reservations about Yoshi's limited dialogue, Glover's passion and dedication won over the creators, promising a memorable performance.
Nintendo and Illumination surprised everyone by revealing Fox McCloud's cameo in *The Super Mario Galaxy Movie* a week before its April 1st premiere. This decision has sparked both excitement for a potential Nintendo cinematic universe and annoyance from fans who preferred to discover the cameo in theaters. The movie already features other crossovers and introduces Rosalina and Yoshi.
The Lego Mario Kart Luigi and Mach 8 set offers a detailed, oversized display model for fans, but misses a crucial opportunity to include the iconic "Death Stare" eyes. It's a great companion to the Mario set, priced at $180 with 2,234 pieces.
