Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Breakneck
- Intensity
- Moderate
- Complexity
- Simple
- Violence
- Mild
- joyful
- playful
- nostalgic
- family movie night
- kids party
What critics said
Critics broadly found the film visually dazzling and packed with affectionate Nintendo references, while criticizing its thin story, flat characterization, and limited humor.
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
The Mushroom Kingdom, Mario characters, game-like obstacles, musical cues, and references are central to the film's appeal.
Brooklyn plumbers Mario and Luigi are transported to the Mushroom Kingdom, where Mario undertakes a rescue mission.
The film recreates colorful Mushroom Kingdom landscapes and high-energy game-inspired action through polished computer animation.
Mario joins Princess Peach, Toad, and Donkey Kong to oppose Bowser and recover Luigi.
Films like The Super Mario Bros. Movie, and why
Sonic the Hedgehog
bright computer animation, family adventure, comedic fantasy, and a quest through a highly imaginative world
Detective Pikachu
video game adaptation, colorful fantasy action, family-friendly humor, and nostalgia-driven character references
Despicable Me
Illumination-style animation, rapid-fire comedy, colorful action set pieces, and broad family appeal
Wreck-It Ralph
game-inspired fantasy adventure, ensemble teamwork, playful world-building, and upbeat spectacle
Movie Details
- Directors
- Aaron Horvath, Michael Jelenic
- Release Date
- 2023-04-05
- Runtime
- 93 min
- Rating
- 7.6 / 10 (11170)
Cast
- Chris Pratt
- Anya Taylor-Joy
- Charlie Day
- Jack Black
- Keegan-Michael Key
- Seth Rogen
- Fred Armisen
- Sebastian Maniscalco
- Charles Martinet
- Kevin Michael Richardson
Where to watch in United States
- Streaming
- Peacock Premium, Peacock Premium Plus, Peacock Premium Plus Amazon Channel
- Rent
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, Spectrum On Demand
- Buy
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Streaming options come from TMDB and change over time.
Common questions
- What is The Super Mario Bros. Movie about?
- A buoyant animated portal adventure sends Brooklyn plumbers Mario and Luigi into Nintendo’s dazzling Mushroom Kingdom for a heroic rescue mission.
- What is The Super Mario Bros. Movie like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of The Super Mario Bros. Movie as breakneck, its intensity as moderate and its storytelling as simple.
- Is The Super Mario Bros. Movie violent?
- Only mildly. Ember rates the violence in The Super Mario Bros. Movie as mild.
- What did critics think of The Super Mario Bros. Movie?
- Critics broadly found the film visually dazzling and packed with affectionate Nintendo references, while criticizing its thin story, flat characterization, and limited humor.
- Which films are like The Super Mario Bros. Movie?
- Films with a similar feel include Sonic the Hedgehog, Detective Pikachu, Despicable Me, and Wreck-It Ralph.
- How long is The Super Mario Bros. Movie?
- The Super Mario Bros. Movie runs 93 minutes.
- Where can I watch The Super Mario Bros. Movie?
- In United States, The Super Mario Bros. Movie streams on Peacock Premium, Peacock Premium Plus, Peacock Premium Plus Amazon Channel.
