The Super Mario Bros. Movie is just around the corner, and fans are getting more excited by the day. Nintendo has just released a brand new poster for the highly anticipated film, and it's a real treat for fans. With this marketing campaign, fans get a closer look at what the Mushroom Kingdom will look like. The movie, set to release on Apr. 7, has been highly anticipated by fans of the series. Nintendo once again showcased the enduring popularity of the iconic Super Mario Bros. franchise with a tweet saying, "The countdown is officially on," along with the new poster.

The newly released poster features Mario and Luigi in their classic overalls and caps, ready to take on the world. They are standing in front of a colorful, cartoonish world filled with iconic elements from the game, such as power-ups, mushrooms, and the Rainbow Road. This poster also features the first glimpse of the Parakoopas, who fly under Bowser's command. The background features a beautifully animated landscape showcasing the diverse and imaginative world of the Mario universe. Fans of the beloved video games will surely be in for a treat when the long-awaited film finally arrives in theaters.

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Bringing Mario to Life on the Big Screen

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The Super Mario Bros. Movie is the highly anticipated animated film adaptation of the classic video game series. The film features an all-star cast of some of Hollywood's biggest names, with Chris Pratt taking on the role of Mario, the iconic plumber, and hero of the Mushroom Kingdom. Charlie Day plays his brother Luigi, Anya Taylor-Joy plays Princess Peach, and Jack Black voices Bowser. Seth Rogen will bring his humor to the role of Donkey Kong, while Keegan-Michael Key is bringing Toad to life.

The Super Mario Bros. Movie is in production, with Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic serving as its directors. The script was written by Matthew Fogel. In addition, Shigeru Miyamoto is involved as a producer along with Chris Meledandri. The partnership should ensure the film's accuracy and authenticity in relation to the video game series. As a result of the stellar cast and creative team, The Super Mario Bros. Movie will hopefully be a hit with viewers, whether they are longtime fans or newcomers.