The Super Mario Bros. Movie(2023); Chris Pratt.Photo: Universal Pictures, Chris Pratt/instagram
Chris Prattis celebrating one-upping his career withThe Super Mario Bros. Movie.
After the animated film based on the popular Nintendo video-game franchise became a worldwide hit over the weekend, Pratt — who voices protagonist Mario in the movie — marked the occasion with a post on Instagram.
In his Tuesday post, Pratt, 43, posted a series of photos froman outdoor getawaywith his brother and the latter’s girlfriend, in which theGuardians of the Galaxystar could be seen bonding with wildlife and enjoying the great outdoors.
“Thank you to everyone who checked out The Super Mario Bros. Movie this weekend!” Pratt began his caption. “If you haven’t yet, do!”
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TheParks and Recreationalum also shared a message of gratitude tohis Instagram Storyon Monday, which began, “Wow! So unbelievably grateful!”
“Thank you to everyone who went to see The#SuperMarioMoviethis weekend!!!” Pratt added, before ending with one of the fictional plumber’s signature catchphrases: “Let’s a go!!!”
Based on the popular Nintendo franchise, the animated film opened in previews Tuesday before its official debut in theaters Wednesday. Its five-day domestic haul as of Sunday was $204.6 million, while the overseas earnings stood at $173 million across 70 markets.
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The Super Mario Bros. Movie’s all-star voice cast also featuresJack Blackas BowserCharlie Dayas Luigi,Anya Taylor-Joyas Princess Peach,Keegan-Michael Keyas Toad,Seth Rogenas Donkey Kong,Fred Armisenas Cranky Kong and more.
At the movie’s April 1 premiere in Los Angeles, Pratt told PEOPLE that his 10-year-old sonJack, whom he shares with exAnna Faris, “really freaked out” when he saw his dad bring the eponymous character to the big screen.
“He saw it already and he’s thrilled. He loves it,” said Pratt. “He took all his friendsand he really freaked out.”
“My daughters are little too young to see it, but when they do see it, hopefully they’ll think their dad is cool,” quipped the actor, who also shares daughtersLyla, 2½, andEloise, 10 months, with wifeKatherine Schwarzenegger Pratt.
The Super Mario Bros. Movieis in theaters now.
source: people.com
