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Super Mario Movie Watch Order in the correct order
How to watch the Super Mario movies in order
Last updated: September 12 2026
Written by: ChronoAlice
Nintendo's plumber has jumped from consoles to the big screen in a 1993 live-action cult oddity and a blockbuster 2023 animated hit. Here's how to watch the Super Mario movies in order.
Mario is the most recognizable character in video games, and his cinematic journey has been a bumpy but fun one. From the strange 1993 live-action film to the record-breaking 2023 animated adventure from Illumination and Nintendo, here's how the plumber's movie outings line up.
π Release Order
Release order covers the two theatrical Super Mario films, released three decades apart.
- Super Mario Bros. (1993)
- The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023)
These two films are completely separate takes on the character with no shared continuity, so story order is really just a matter of preference.
π Story Chronology
Since the films don't connect, there's no true chronology β each is a standalone origin for Mario and Luigi. The 2023 film is the definitive modern version, while the 1993 movie is a curiosity from a different era.
- The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023) β the faithful animated adventure
- Super Mario Bros. (1993) β the live-action cult oddity
Which Order Should You Choose?
For nearly everyone, start with The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023) β it's the crowd-pleasing, faithful adaptation that captures the games' spirit. The 1993 live-action film is worth watching afterward as a bizarre, fascinating relic. Since they don't connect, feel free to watch in whichever order suits your curiosity.
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