The Mushroom Kingdom has officially gone interstellar, and the box office receipts are following suit. In its second weekend of release, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has rocketed past the $629 million mark worldwide, cementing its status as the definitive cinematic event of early 2026.
Despite a slight dip from the record-shattering pace of the first film, the sequel produced by Illumination and Nintendo remains a financial powerhouse. Here is the breakdown of how Mario’s cosmic adventure is performing.
🚀 The Sunday Box Office Breakdown
As of Sunday, April 12, 2026, the film’s total stands at a staggering $628.8 million. The weekend performance saw a healthy split between domestic loyalty and massive international appeal.
| Region | Weekend Gross | Total To Date |
| Domestic (North America) | $69.0M | $308.1M |
| International | $83.5M | $320.7M |
| Global Total | $152.5M | $628.8M |
Key Takeaways:
- The “Second Weekend” Test: The film saw a 48% drop domestically. While slightly steeper than the 2023 original, it’s considered a “very respectable” hold by industry analysts, especially given the influx of new spring releases.
- Profitability: With a reported production budget of $110 million, the film is already deeply in the black, proving that Nintendo’s IP remains the safest bet in Hollywood.
- The Global Footprint: The film is currently playing on over 18,000 screens across 81 international markets. Major contributors include Mexico, the UK, Germany, and France.
Why the Hype? (The “Deets”)
This isn’t just a sequel; it’s a massive expansion of the Nintendo Cinematic Universe. Fans are flocking to theaters for several high-profile additions:
- The Cast Additions: Donald Glover has been a standout as the voice of Yoshi, while Glen Powell’s surprise cameo as Fox McCloud has fueled “Smash Bros.” crossover theories across social media.
- Rosalina & The Lumas: The introduction of Rosalina (voiced by Brie Larson) and the high-flying Comet Observatory has added a layer of visual spectacle that critics agree surpasses the first film’s “Rainbow Road” sequences.
- The “Galaxy” Effect: By shifting the setting from the Mushroom Kingdom to deep space, Illumination has leaned into gravity-defying set pieces that have made IMAX and RealD 3D tickets a hot commodity.
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