Overview
- The Mario creator and executive producer told Nintendo Dream that reviews for the sequel were even harsher than for the first film and said some critics were "passive."
- The movie sits at about 43% with critics on Rotten Tomatoes while audience scores are near 89%, showing a wide reception gap.
- Global ticket sales are roughly $750 million, with box-office trackers calling it the year's top earner before its Japan opening.
- Japan’s release is scheduled for April 24, continuing the wide rollout by Universal, Illumination, and Nintendo.
- Miyamoto also discussed Fox McCloud’s cameo, saying he expected pushback inside Nintendo that did not materialize.