Cast and Crew of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie

In 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie,' brothers Mario and Luigi must thwart Bowser Jr.'s attempt to rescue his father, Bowser, and reclaim their family's legacy. Alongside familiar friends and new allies, they embark on an adventurous journey through various galaxies to stop the young heir's crusade and protect Princess Peach. Anya Taylor-Joy lends her voice to the spirited Princess Peach, while Jack Black brings life to the villainous Bowser with his distinctive performance.

Trivia:
1. Jack Black's involvement as Bowser marks a rare occasion where a well-known live-action actor voiced a major video game character in a feature film, adding a unique energy to the antagonist.
2. Anya Taylor-Joy recorded her lines remotely due to scheduling conflicts but managed to capture Princess Peach's regal yet approachable personality, impressing the production team.
3. The filmmakers incorporated visual motifs from the iconic video game series, such as the gravitational mechanics and cosmic palettes, to create a visually stunning and faithful adaptation.

Critics' Reviews

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Illumination’s latest Nintendo collaboration, inspired by the fan-favourite Super Mario Galaxy game, offers the adults a few pings of nostalgia, but otherwise it’s a humourless, hysterical trudge. Nothing feels consequential or deliberate — it’s all just stuff happening and you’re unlikely to remember any of it.
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Full Cast of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie

Keegan-Michael Key as Toad (voice)

Keegan-Michael Key

Toad (voice)
 Anya Taylor-Joy as Princess Peach (voice)

Anya Taylor-Joy

Princess Peach (voice)
 Jack Black as Bowser (voice)

Jack Black

Bowser (voice)
 Kevin Michael Richardson as Kamek (voice)

Kevin Michael Richardson

Kamek (voice)
 Chris Pratt as Mario (voice)

Chris Pratt

Mario (voice)

Crew of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie

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