Mario + Minions: ‘Despicable Me’ studio is ideal fit to reboot the plumber’s movie career

Nintendo is partnering with Illuminations on a new Mario Bros. movie, according to The Wall Street Journal.

Mario is Nintendo’s biggest brand and gaming’s most recognizable icon. Mario games, including platformers, sports, kart racers, and more, have sold more than 500 million copies. A movie based on plumber superstar should be a slam dunk, but Nintendo has reasons to be cautious.