Overview
- The sequel, which opened Wednesday, reunites the main cast and adds Benny Safdie as Bowser Jr., Donald Glover as Yoshi, and Brie Larson as Rosalina.
- Reviews broadly praise Illumination’s visuals and Brian Tyler’s game‑infused score, with many calling the plot overstuffed and light on emotional payoff.
- Early aggregator readings show a soft critical start, with Rotten Tomatoes hovering near 43% based on the first wave of reviews.
- New additions and cameos are a talking point, including Glen Powell’s Fox McCloud and a near‑silent Yoshi credited to Glover.
- Despite critical reservations, several outlets expect a strong box‑office run that advances Nintendo and Illumination’s broader big‑screen plans.