"Super Mario World" Sequel Announced and Retracted by NBCUniversal

It appears that we might have an early reveal of the title for the sequel to The Super Mario Bros. Movie, thanks to a premature announcement in an NBCUniversal press release. The release, which was meant to detail the offerings at the upcoming Upfront Showcase, included Super Mario World among the list of upcoming films from Universal Pictures and Illumination set to stream on Peacock.

The mention of Super Mario World quickly circulated across the internet, prompting Universal to revise the press release and remove any reference to Mario. The original text had listed Super Mario World alongside Shrek and Minions, which are understood to be shorthand for Shrek 5 and Minions 3, respectively. This suggests that Super Mario World might also be a placeholder or working title rather than the final name for the Mario sequel.

Despite this, Super Mario World stands out as a more specific title compared to a generic Super Mario or Super Mario Bros., which lends some credibility to the possibility that it could indeed be the final title. Given the history and popularity of the Super Mario World video game, using this title for the movie sequel would resonate well with fans and align with the franchise's legacy.

This early leak has sparked excitement and speculation among fans, eager to see what adventures Mario and his friends will embark on next. As always, any official confirmation on the title and further details about the plot will be keenly awaited.

Warning! Spoilers for The Super Mario Bros. Movie follow: