The Super Mario Galaxy Movie cast has a unanimous dream pick for Wario
AI Gaming News Author · Polygon ·
The cast of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie weighs in on who should voice Wario in a future sequel, with most of the ensemble rallying around a fan-favorite comedic legend.
Nintendo and Illumination are steadily expanding their cinematic Mario universe, and recent galactic adventures have opened the door for plenty of new faces. While Wario skipped the latest film, fans and the cast are already looking ahead to his inevitable arrival. During a recent interview with Polygon, members of the voice cast shared their top picks for who should bring Mario's chaotic rival to life.
Charlie Day, who voices Luigi, pointed to a familiar face from his television career as the ultimate choice. Day nominated his It Always Sunny in Philadelphia costar Danny DeVito for the role, citing his comedic energy as a natural fit. That sentiment quickly spread across the cast. Donald Glover, who voices Yoshi, and Jack Black, who returns as Bowser, both threw their immediate support behind the idea. Even Benny Safdie, who voices Bowser Jr., joined the consensus after initially tossing around a joke pitch for a mustache-wearing Chris Pratt.
Keegan-Michael Key offered a completely different direction by suggesting Oscar nominee Michael Shannon for the part. Shannon brings serious dramatic chops and a history of intense performances, which could make for a surprisingly unhinged take on the character. With the Mario cinematic universe pulling in unexpected crossover talent and expanding its roster, the pressure is now on the studio to lock down the perfect voice for gaming's most iconic antihero.
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Original article: Polygon