The Super Mario franchise has hit yet another billion-dollar milestone, this time with the success of the most recent movie adaptation. According to reports from Variety and Deadline, the movie, officially titled “Super Mario Bros. Movie,” has now grossed more than $1 billion globally at the box office.

The film, which features an all-star cast including Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy, and Jack Black, has been praised by fans and critics alike for its faithful adaptation of the beloved gaming franchise. Many attribute its success to the nostalgic appeal of the franchise, as well as the star power of its cast.

However, the movie’s journey to the big screen was not without its challenges. Production delays, script rewrites, and controversy surrounding the casting of certain characters all threatened to derail the project. But ultimately, the film’s success has proven that the Super Mario franchise remains as popular as ever.

With this latest milestone, the Super Mario franchise joins the ranks of other billion-dollar film franchises, such as Marvel’s Avengers and Star Wars. It also solidifies Mario’s place as one of the most successful and long-standing franchises in entertainment history.

Fans of the franchise can rest assured that there will likely be more Mario adventures coming to the big screen in the future, as the success of the latest movie has surely sparked interest in further adaptations. As for now, fans can continue to enjoy the latest film in theaters and marvel at the continued success of the Super Mario franchise.