Animated movie on course to become highest-grossing US film of the year

• The Super Mario Galaxy Movie recorded the biggest opening day of the year at the U.S. box office.
• The animated sequel is projected to earn $129 million domestically over its opening weekend, surpassing the previous record held by “Project Hail Mary” ($80.5 million).
• Globally, the film is expected to gross over $370 million this weekend, making it the biggest Hollywood release of the year, second only to the Chinese film “Pegasus 3.”
• The movie features returning voice actors Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy, Charlie Day, and Donald Glover, with new additions including Glen Powell and Brie Larson.
• Despite its box office success, critics have largely given negative reviews, with The Independent's Clarisse Loughrey calling the sequel “bland” and lacking a substantial plot.

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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie on course to become highest-grossing US film of the year