After seven weeks in theaters, Nintendo’s The Super Mario Galaxy Movie will become available to own at home next week, via digital download, DVD, Blu-ray and 4K Ultra HD.
You’ll be able to buy The Super Mario Galaxy Movie from retailers beginning next Tuesday, May 19, in a package with over an hour of special features included (though, sadly, no deleted scenes).
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’s arrival for purchase comes as the film inches closer to earning $1 billion box office — though it’s looking less likely it will make it over the line. After six weeks in theaters, the film has totalled $942 million — still some way off of the $1.36 billion earned by Nintendo’s first The Super Mario Bros. Movie back in 2023.
Still, the Galaxy movie has been a huge success versus its comparatively lean budget of $110 million — and that’s despite a mixed to negative consensus by critics, something which Mario creator Shigeru Miyamoto said had taken him by surprise. (IGN’s The Super Mario Galaxy review returned a 6/10 score.)
Perhaps it gets better on a rewatch? Whether its your first time or you just want to see that Star Fox anime sequence again, Universal has listed The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’s 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 – Go behind the scenes of this epic journey across the cosmos as the visionary creators at Nintendo, the acclaimed filmmakers and artists of Illumination, and the extraordinary cast who redefined these iconic characters reveal the artistry behind every meticulously crafted moment.
- CAST OF CHARACTERS – Explore how this impeccable cast masterfully embodied the iconic MARIO BROS. characters, honoring their legacy while captivating audiences across generations worldwide.
- Mario & Luigi
- Peach & Rosalina
- Bowser & Bowser Jr.
- Toad & Yoshi
- EXPLORING THE GALAXY – Guided by the filmmakers and cast, audiences embark on a journey through the film’s most iconic settings, revealing the thoughtful layers of nostalgia embedded in each one.
- GALACTIC THEMATICS – The emotional core of any SUPER MARIO BROS. film lies in its relationships. This piece delves into the bonds between characters, examining the alliances that are tested, the connections that are broken, and those that endure and evolve forever.
- COSMIC TUNES – Some sounds are unmistakably SUPER MARIO BROS. Composer Brian Tyler invites audiences inside his creative process, reimagining the franchise’s iconic game music as a powerful cinematic score that drives the action and elevates this epic adventure.
- POWER-UPS – There is no greater tool in the galaxy than a perfectly timed power-up. Take a closer look at the many power-ups featured in the film, explore how the filmmakers selected which to include, and hear from the cast as they share their personal favorites.
- SECRETS OF THE GALAXY – Brimming with cleverly hidden Easter eggs, the film invites fans to return again and again to catch them all. In this feature, the filmmakers and cast offer insider guidance on where to look, what to watch for, and the surprises waiting to be discovered.
A third major Mario film remains unannounced but seems certain — and indeed, Bowser actor Jack Black has suggested it will arrive in 2029. There’s also a Mario spinoff movie now confirmed for a 2028 release date, although that’s expected to center around Donkey Kong. And, of course, Nintendo has its live-action The Legend of Zelda movie set to drop next year — with a new release date today.
Tom Phillips is IGN’s News Editor. You can reach Tom at [email protected] or find him on Bluesky @tomphillipseg.bsky.social
