The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023)
Kernel Score: 86% · 10,317 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Family, Comedy, Adventure, Animation, Fantasy
Released: 2023-04-05
Runtime: 93 minutes
Is The Super Mario Bros. Movie worth watching?
Worth watching. A bright, fast, good-looking family adventure that is packed with nods to the games. It is lightweight and the story is thin, but kids and game fans get plenty of fun for under two hours.
Watch it if you
- grew up playing the Mario games
- want an easy animated film for the whole family
- like jokes and in-references for fans
Skip it if you
- want a deep or surprising story
- dislike video-game movies built on nostalgia
Best for: Family movie night
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch The Super Mario Bros. Movie
- Stream: Peacock
- Free with ads: Fandango at Home
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
While working underground to fix a water main, Brooklyn plumbers—and brothers—Mario and Luigi are transported down a mysterious pipe and wander into a magical new world. But when the brothers are separated, Mario embarks on an epic quest to find Luigi.
The Super Mario Bros. Movie parents' guide: all ages
Parents need to know that this PG video-game adaptation is colorful family fare with cartoon battle action against a villainous king and themes of brotherhood and courage.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Big, game-style action sequences feature battles against an evil king (Bowser) and various creatures, all bright and cartoonish.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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- Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (2022) — 89%: Animated adventure with sharp jokes that work for kids and adults
- The Lego Movie (2014) — 85%: Fast, colourful comedy built from a toy-box world
- Shrek (2001) — 87%: Fairy-tale parody with jokes for every age
- The Emperor's New Groove (2000) — 87%: Short, quick, funny animated adventure
- Onward (2020) — 85%: Brothers on a quest in a magical world
- The Book of Life (2014) — 86%: Vivid animation and a fun, light adventure
Director
Cast
- Chris Pratt as Mario (voice)
- Anya Taylor-Joy as Princess Peach (voice)
- Charlie Day as Luigi (voice)
- Jack Black as Bowser (voice)
- Keegan-Michael Key as Toad (voice)
- Seth Rogen as Donkey Kong (voice)
- Fred Armisen as Cranky Kong (voice)
- Sebastian Maniscalco as Spike (voice)
- Charles Martinet as Mario's Dad / Giuseppe (voice)
- Kevin Michael Richardson as Kamek (voice)
The Super Mario Bros. Movie FAQ
Is The Super Mario Bros. Movie worth watching?
Worth watching. A bright, fast, good-looking family adventure that is packed with nods to the games. It is lightweight and the story is thin, but kids and game fans get plenty of fun for under two hours.
Where can I watch The Super Mario Bros. Movie?
In the US you can stream The Super Mario Bros. Movie on Peacock, watch it free with ads on Fandango at Home and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Super Mario Bros. Movie OK for kids?
The Super Mario Bros. Movie is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that this PG video-game adaptation is colorful family fare with cartoon battle action against a villainous king and themes of brotherhood and courage.
What movies are like The Super Mario Bros. Movie?
If you liked The Super Mario Bros. Movie, try Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, The Lego Movie, Shrek and The Emperor's New Groove.