The Super Mario Galaxy Movie: A Box Office Phenomenon Shattering Records!

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has emerged as a major box office success in 2026, surpassing $400 million in North America and nearing the top 10 highest-grossing animated films. With a strong performance and impressive international earnings, this animated feature continues to captivate audiences worldwide. As it approaches a significant milestone, industry analysts are eager to see how its box office journey unfolds in the coming weeks. Will it surpass Toy Story 3? Read on to find out more about this cinematic phenomenon.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 10, 2026, 18:38 IST

A Cinematic Triumph

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has quickly become one of the standout hits of 2026, marking itself as the sole Hollywood film to exceed $400 million in North America this year. This animated feature is on track to enter the ranks of the top 10 highest-grossing animated films in the history of the domestic box office. Although it recently slipped from the domestic top five, the movie continues to draw in viewers, solidifying its position as the top animated and family film currently screening worldwide.

As it enters its sixth Friday in theaters, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has garnered an impressive $1.5 million at the domestic box office. Its performance remains strong, with only a 45.3% drop from the previous Friday, despite losing 344 theaters. After 38 days of release, the film's domestic total has reached $407 million, putting it on track to soon surpass Toy Story 3, which holds the title of the 10th highest-grossing film of all time in North America with $415 million, including re-releases.

The animated sequel is now less than $10 million away from overtaking Toy Story 3, which would secure its position as the 10th highest-grossing animated film in domestic history. Projections suggest that The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is likely to earn between $5.5 million and $7 million during its sixth three-day weekend. While it may not surpass Toy Story 3 this weekend, it is expected to achieve this milestone in the upcoming week.

On the international stage, the film has raked in $515.05 million, bringing its global total to an impressive $922.07 million. Released on April 1, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has enchanted audiences around the world, significantly contributing to its box office success.

As the film continues to thrive, industry experts and fans are keenly watching how its box office journey unfolds in the weeks ahead. With its remarkable performance, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is poised to remain a hot topic in the entertainment industry.