[Super Mario Bros. The Movie is undoubtedly the most successful cinematic adaptation of a video game in history. Despite receiving strong criticism from the press, it managed to captivate millions of fans. Now, it seems that the studio responsible for it has big plans for the future.
After the release of the popular plumber's film, fans expressed their desire to see a Super Smash Bros. movie, the game series that brings together iconic characters from the Japanese company and third-party studios. Specifically, they want to see the Nintendo Cinematic Universe.
Illumination reportedly wants to make Super Smash Bros. The Movie
Although it sounds like a wild idea, it seems that Illumination, the animation studio behind Super Mario Bros. The Movie, would also like to bring the popular crossover to the big screen. At least, that's what a recent rumor from an insider suggests.
Specifically, insider Daniel Richtman, well-known in the film industry, reported that Illumination plans to present the idea of creating a cinematic universe to Nintendo, culminating in a Super Smash Bros. feature film, similar to what Marvel did with Avengers.
According to the information, the plan is to create multiple derivative projects and films to introduce the characters and then bring them together in a crossover film. If this rumor is accurate, it remains to be seen whether the Japanese company will accept such a long-term deal.
Could an adaptation of Super Smash Bros. exist?
Now, is a Super Smash Bros. movie possible? Of course, the biggest challenge is acquiring the licenses for some of the most popular characters. While Mario, Samus, Link, and more fighters fall under Nintendo's umbrella, others like Sonic the Hedgehog and Mega Man belong to third-party companies.
Even if a hypothetical crossover film is limited to Nintendo icons, other companies have shared rights to important characters like Pikachu and Kirby. Additionally, we must remember that a live-action adaptation of The Legend of Zelda is in progress by another studio, making it seem unlikely for an animated film to feature Link and more characters from the franchise.
The truth is that, for now, neither Illumination nor Nintendo has commented on the insider's rumor. Therefore, it's advisable to take this information with a grain of salt to avoid disappointment.
But tell us, would you like to see an animated adaptation of Super Smash Bros.? Do you think it's possible? Which characters would you like to see? Let us know in the comments.
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