Chris Pratt's Career Milestone with The Super Mario Bros. Movie
Chris Pratt reached a career milestone with The Super Mario Bros. Movie, a heartfelt adaptation of Nintendo’s iconic franchise that quieted early skeptics and ramped up excitement for the planned 2026 sequel.
Film's Success and Impact
The film has surged back onto Prime Video’s most-watched list, landing at ninth place on Aug. 17, according to FlixPatrol. It grossed $1.4 billion worldwide on a roughly $100 million budget, becoming the second-highest grossing movie of 2023 after Barbie and renewing interest in further Nintendo-based projects.
Star-Studded Voice Cast
The animated feature featured a star-studded voice cast including Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy, Jack Black, Charlie Day, Seth Rogen, and Keegan-Michael Key. Pratt’s casting initially drew skepticism from some fans because he chose not to use the Italian accent associated with Charles Martinet’s game performances, a change the film itself addresses early on.
Pratt's Reflections on the Role
Pratt acknowledged the pressure of stepping into such a beloved role. “I was pretty nervous when they...