Seven weeks after its theatrical debut, Nintendo’s The Super Mario Galaxy Movie will be released for home viewing next week, available as a digital download, DVD, Blu-ray and 4K Ultra HD.
Retailers will start selling the home-media package from Tuesday 19 May, which includes more than an hour of extra material, although no deleted scenes are included.
The film’s move to home purchase comes as its worldwide box-office total edges toward the £1 billion mark, but a full billion now looks increasingly unlikely. After six weeks in cinemas the tally stands at $942 million, still well short of the $1.36 billion recorded by the 2023 Super Mario Bros. Movie.
Nevertheless, the Galaxy title has proved a solid performer against its modest $110 million budget, even though critical reaction has been mixed to negative – a response that surprised creator Shigeru Miyamoto. IGN’s review gave the film a 6 out of 10.
Perhaps it gets better on a rewatch? Whether it’s your first time or you just want to see that Star Fox anime sequence again, Universal has listed the home release as having the following special features when purchased “at participating retailers”.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie exclusive bonus features:
- NEXT LEVEL: MAKING THE SUPER MARIO GALAXY MOVIE – A behind-the-scenes look at the interstellar adventure, featuring insights from Nintendo’s creators, Illumination’s filmmakers and artists, and the star-studded cast who reshaped the beloved characters.
- CAST OF CHARACTERS – An exploration of how the talented ensemble brought the iconic Mario Bros. figures to life, honouring their legacy while captivating audiences of all ages.
- Mario & Luigi
- Peach & Rosalina
- Bowser & Bowser Jr.
- Toad & Yoshi
- EXPLORING THE GALAXY – Guided by the filmmakers and cast, viewers travel through the film’s most memorable locations, uncovering the layers of nostalgia built into each setting.
- GALACTIC THEMATICS – This feature examines the emotional core of the Mario universe, analysing the relationships that are tested, broken and ultimately endure.
- COSMIC TUNES – Composer Brian Tyler shares his process for re-imagining the franchise’s classic game music as a cinematic score that drives the action.
- POWER-UPS – A closer look at the various power-ups featured in the story, with commentary from the cast on their favourites and the selection process.
- SECRETS OF THE GALAXY – Packed with hidden Easter eggs, this segment offers insider tips on where to look and what surprises await attentive fans.
A third mainline Mario film remains unannounced, but expectations are high – Bowser actor Jack Black has hinted it could arrive in 2029. A Mario-related spin-off centred on Donkey Kong is now set for an April 2028 release, and Nintendo’s live-action The Legend of Zelda movie is scheduled for next year with a newly confirmed release date.
