Super Mario Galaxy Delivers Massive Two-Day Haul
The Hollywood Reporter • • entertainment
Key Points:
- The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has earned $59.1 million domestically in its first two days, surpassing the initial two-day earnings of The Super Mario Bros. Movie from 2023.
- Wednesday’s $34.5 million opening day was the biggest of 2026 so far, beating previous records including Project Hail Mary’s $33.1 million.
- Universal projects a five-day domestic opening of $186 million for Galaxy, with some theater owners estimating up to $200 million, comparable to the first Super Mario Bros. Movie’s five-day opening.
- Internationally, the film is expected to debut with $175 million, marking the top worldwide opening of 2026 so far, with strong early performance in Latin America and 78 other markets.
- Despite mixed critical reviews, the sequel benefits from strong audience scores and features returning voice actors alongside new additions, continuing the story of Mario, Luigi, and Princess Peach against Bowser and his son.
