The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has officially transitioned from its successful theatrical run to home entertainment platforms. The animated film, a significant box office success for Nintendo and Illumination, surpassed $1 billion, mirroring the franchise's previous installment. It became available for digital rental and purchase on May 19.
Complementing the digital release, the 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray versions of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie launched on June 16. This physical release offers consumers a chance to own the film with a collection of bonus features.
These special features delve into the making of the film, providing behind-the-scenes looks at the creative process involving Nintendo, Illumination, and the cast. Content includes "Next Level: Making The Super Mario Galaxy Movie," which explores the artistry behind the animation and character interpretations. "Cast of Characters" highlights the actors' contributions to bringing iconic figures like Mario, Luigi, Peach, and Bowser to life. "Exploring the Galaxy" guides audiences through the film's visually rich settings, while "Galactic Thematics" examines the character relationships and emotional core of the story.
Further enhancing the home viewing experience, "Cosmic Tunes" offers insight into composer Brian Tyler's work in adapting the Super Mario Bros. game music for the cinematic score. "Power-Ups" focuses on the in-film use of iconic Super Mario power-ups, and "Secrets of the Galaxy" aims to guide viewers toward hidden Easter eggs scattered throughout the movie.
For streaming audiences, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is set to debut on Peacock on July 30. Following its exclusive window on Peacock, the film is expected to become available on Netflix around December, continuing a distribution pattern established by previous Universal and Illumination releases.