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Legendary Hollywood Star Eager to Voice Mario's Rival in Super Mario Bros. Sequel

May 16, 2024 11:52 AM

The highly anticipated successor to the Super Mario Bros. movie could possibly cast the legendary Hollywood actor Danny DeVito as Wario. Although not officially confirmed for the role, DeVito expressed interest in portraying Mario's notorious rival. With the Super Mario Bros. film sequel slated for release in April 2026, fans are excited about the potential for DeVito to lend his voice to the character. DeVito's excitement was evident in the interview from The Movie Dweeb's YouTube channel. As Nintendo and Illumination confirmed, audiences can look forward to the next installment as the Super Mario Bros. film franchise continues to expand.

Could Danny DeVito be the voice of Wario in the upcoming Super Mario Bros. movie sequel?

Danny DeVito has shown interest in voicing Wario in the sequel to the Super Mario Bros. movie, although no official casting has been announced.

In the broader context of gaming and entertainment, the original Super Mario Bros. film became a significant milestone in adapting video games into movies. Developed by Illumination in collaboration with Nintendo, it aimed to capture the charm of the beloved game series. The sequel’s announcement continues a recent trend in video game adaptations, including the likes of "Sonic the Hedgehog" and "Detective Pikachu," pointing toward a growing synergy between video games and film.



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Stimpy Stimpy commented on: 2024-05-16 12:18:02
Sounds intriguing Danny DeVito could bring a unique and memorable voice to Wario if he ends up being cast in the Super Mario Bros. movie sequel. The crossover between gaming and film adaptations seems to be gaining momentum, and it's exciting to see how these iconic video game characters are being brought to life on the big screen.
Rolling R!ck Rolling R!ck commented on: 2024-05-16 12:12:03
Hey, if Danny DeVito ends up voicing Wario in the new Super Mario Bros. movie, that'd be awesome The guy's got that perfect blend of humor and mischief that could really bring the character to life. Plus, it's cool to see classic video game characters making their mark in the movies these days.
N3rdo N3rdo commented on: 2024-05-16 12:06:02
Danny DeVito potentially lending his voice to Wario in the Super Mario Bros. sequel is a clever nod to fans and a promising move for the film. It's fascinating to see how the gaming and film industries are collaborating to bring beloved characters to life on the big screen, and DeVito's interest adds an extra layer of excitement for fans.
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