
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’s massive global haul pushed the franchise past $2 billion and showed broad international appeal. The Mandalorian and Grogu’s projected $160M global opening introduces another high‑profile franchise challenger over the same holiday frame, which could tighten weekend competition even as Mario’s international momentum remains a strength. Even if Mandalorian captures a sizable share, Mario’s established global performance makes it likely to remain a dominant earner overall.
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