It's probably safe to assume that Nintendo didn't expect the rabid reaction to the star-studded casting reveal for the upcoming, untitled Super Mario Movie.

While the 2022 film is set to star some of the biggest names in the movie industry, fans couldn't help but laugh as Chris Pratt was revealed as Mario - and the train didn't stop there.

As more and more characters were revealed, more and more jokes appeared! Here are some of the best Super Mario Movie memes and some of the best reactions from the internet.

Super Mario Movie Cast

The following is the casting that caused much furore in the gaming world:

  • Mario - Chris Pratt
  • Luigi - Charlier Day
  • Peach - Anna Taylor-Joy
  • Bowser - Jack Black
  • Toad - Keegan-Michael Key
  • DK - Seth Rogen

The Best Super Mario Movie Memes

Keegan-Michael Key's Toad

Keegan-Michael Key as Toad has the potential to be a stroke of genius from the casting team, however, it's hilarious nonetheless. This dub just shows how great things could really be:

That One Guy Who Predicted Chris Pratt as Mario

Okay, this isn't so much a meme as it is some weird self-fulfilling prophecy as Twitter user StheGeneral predicted the casting of Chris Pratt as Mario all the way back in May 2020.

Why Luigi Loves Being A Plumber

Charlie Day is a comedic genius. This clip of Charlie/Luigi explaining why they like being a plumber is perfect.

Danny DeVito as Yoshi

While we're on the topic of It's Always Sunny characters having Super Mario counterparts, this depiction of Danny DeVito as Yoshi is incredible.

It's Always Sunny at Bowsers Castle

There are so many good memes revolving around Charlie's Luigi, but this one was too good not to share.

The Prediction

The Italians knew what was coming all along!

An Uncanny Resemblance

Now we can see why the decision was made!