Super Mario Galaxy Movie on Track to Eclipse Thor: Ragnarok’s $855M Global Record

May 1, 2026 user

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Get ready, Bollywood buffs! The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is taking the world by storm and is inches away from smashing the global box office landmark set by Thor: Ragnarok. This animated space odyssey starring Chris Pratt as the iconic plumber has become 2026’s biggest hit, blazing past expectations at home and abroad.

Domestic Domination: Cracking the $400M Mark

In North America, Mario’s fifth Wednesday haul of $1 million made headlines as the second-strongest midweek showing of 2026. With a modest 46.7% drop from last week, the film has already raked in $389.5 million domestically. Industry trackers predict it will surge past the $400 million milestone this weekend, proving that video game adaptations can pack as much punch as any Bollywood blockbuster.

Global Conquest: Racing Toward $900M

Mario’s charm isn’t limited to US audiences. Internationally, the film has chalked up an impressive $458.3 million from overseas markets, pushing its worldwide tally to $847.8 million. With ticket sales still going strong in Europe, Asia and Latin America, crossing $900 million this weekend is all but guaranteed—a feat that would cement its status as the year’s highest-grossing release.

Eye on Thor: Ragnarok’s Record

Back in 2017, Taika Waititi’s Thor: Ragnarok stormed to a massive $855.3 million globally, setting a high-water mark for Marvel’s God of Thunder. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is now less than $10 million shy of that milestone. Outpacing a beloved MCU favorite is no small task, and as it inches closer, Mario is poised to become the new global box office champion over Hemsworth’s Asgardian adventure.

Why This Animated Sequel Matters

Released on April 1, the film follows Mario on a cosmic quest beyond the familiar Mushroom Kingdom, with vibrant planets, quirky characters and high-voltage action. Its universal appeal—mixing nostalgia, humour and top-tier animation—has resonated from Mumbai to Mexico City. As Bollywood fans cheer on this underdog-turned-superstar, all eyes will be on the weekend tally to see if Mario truly passes the finish line ahead of Thor.