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Mario Sequel Falls Short of Original's Blockbuster Pace
12 Apr
Summary
- The Super Mario Galaxy Movie underperformed its predecessor's opening.
- Galaxy Movie domestic total lags behind The Super Mario Bros. Movie.
- The sequel has earned over $600 million worldwide so far.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is experiencing significant box office success, having surpassed $600 million worldwide. However, its performance is notably lagging behind that of its 2023 predecessor, The Super Mario Bros. Movie. In its second weekend, the sequel earned an estimated $69 million domestically, a larger drop-off than the first film experienced.
Domestically, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has accumulated $308.1 million. This figure represents 49% of its total gross, a higher domestic share than the previous film, which initially suggested stronger home-market performance. Nevertheless, questions linger about whether this installment will reach the $1 billion milestone.
The Super Mario Bros. Movie achieved a global total of $1.4 billion, and while the sequel is undoubtedly a major hit, its current trajectory suggests it may fall short of that benchmark. The film's critical reception and audience scores are also reportedly weaker than the first.
Meanwhile, The Drama, an A24 release, had a strong second weekend, holding its position in the Top 10 despite new releases. Made on a modest $28 million budget, it has grossed $30.8 million domestically and is now among A24's highest-grossing films in the market.
