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Mario’s New Space Adventure Scores Huge Box‑Office Numbers
WORLDMonday, April 13, 2026
$700 M Worldwide by Early May
A fresh video‑game film has taken the crown as 2026’s top earner, raking in roughly $700 million globally by early May. The sequel eclipses China’s smash hit Pegasus 3 and mirrors the earnings of popular titles like the Minecraft movie and Despicable Me 4. It stands as Illumination’s eighth best film worldwide and the third most successful video‑game adaptation, following the original Mario movie and Minecraft.
Global Highlights
| Region | Weekend/Week | Gross | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poland | Opening weekend | $2.6 M | 400 screens; record for any Mario film in Poland, surpassing the first movie’s debut |
| Mexico | Second week | $11.3 M | Near the top of the country’s charts; outgains rivals like Toy Story 4 |
| France, Germany, UK, Australia, Spain, China, Brazil, Central America, Italy | Ongoing | Strong | Each keeps the film at #1 or close; exceeds lifetime totals of several well‑known franchises |
Key Takeaways
- Top earner of 2026 with $700 M worldwide.
- Third best video‑game adaptation, after Mario (original) and Minecraft.
- Record‑breaking performance in Poland; strong showing across multiple continents.
- Potential $1 B+ milestone on the horizon.
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