Raising Super Mario Galaxy Movie rating: what parents of kids 4–7 should know
Super Mario Galaxy Movie rating: it's rated PG in the US (parental guidance suggested, no age limit) for action, mild violence, and rude humor. The UK's BBFC also rates it PG, for mild violence and threat, and Germany's FSK rates it 6. Common Sense Media lists it for ages 7 and up, citing frequent peril and fantasy action softened by a friendly tone.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie at a glance
- –Official rating above age 7
MPA: PG; BBFC: PG - –Violence in rating descriptors
MPA and BBFC: mild violence - ✓Scary content in rating descriptors
BBFC: threat - –Bad language in rating descriptors
BBFC: no language - –Sexual content, drugs, or alcohol in rating descriptors
BBFC: no sex or drugs - –Rated 12 or higher in the UK or Germany
BBFC: PG; FSK: 6
Each flag is a yes-or-no fact from the sources on this page. The number is a count of flags, not a safety score. How we count. Rating reasons marked mild, very mild, or brief don't count.
| Type | Animated movie (2026) by Illumination, Universal and Nintendo; sequel to the 2023 film source |
|---|---|
| US (MPA) | PG (parental guidance suggested; no age limit) — action, mild violence and rude humor source |
| UK (BBFC) | PG (general viewing, but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children) — mild violence, threat source |
| Germany (FSK) | 6 (from age 6; per German cinema listings) |
| Common Sense Media | 7+ (independent nonprofit); parents who reviewed it say 8+ |
Checked October 2026. Ratings and settings change; check the official source before you decide. What do these ratings mean?
Facts for parents, not medical or legal advice. If you're worried about your child, talk to your pediatrician.
What The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is about
It's the sequel to The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023), made by Illumination, Universal, and Nintendo and directed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic. Mario and Luigi travel to space and face Bowser and Bowser Jr. to save Rosalina. It came out in US theaters on April 1, 2026, and grossed over $1 billion worldwide.
Super Mario Galaxy Movie rating: what's in it
Short answer: It's PG in the US and the UK, and 6 in Germany.
- US (MPA): PG, for action, mild violence and rude humor.
- UK (BBFC): PG, for mild violence and threat.
- Germany (FSK): 6.
The BBFC describes fights with kicks, punches, laser fire, and fantastical weapons, occasionally intense but often comic; a brief spoken reference to decapitation; characters chased by large monsters; and flashbacks to a family being separated. Scary moments are brief and offset by comedy. Common Sense Media adds insults ("lame," "pathetic failure," "slimeball"), a kiss on the cheek, a casino scene with drinks, and strong merchandise tie-ins.
Why young kids know the Mario movie
Mario is a Nintendo game franchise, the first film came out in 2023, and the new one grossed over $1 billion worldwide. We found no data on how many young children have seen it.
The habit kids may copy: the insult words
Common Sense Media lists the insults in the film: "lame," "pathetic failure," "slimeball." Short, funny-sounding words are easy to repeat.
Try tonight: when a word lands hard
Play a two-puppet scene: one puppet calls the other "lame." Ask your child how the second puppet feels, and let them step in: "That word hurt. Want to try again?" In our program, this is the lesson "Stepping In": noticing when someone's left out or hurt.
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FAQ
What is The Super Mario Galaxy Movie rated?
PG in the US, for action, mild violence, and rude humor. It's PG in the UK and 6 in Germany.
What age is The Super Mario Galaxy Movie for?
The MPA's PG has no age limit. Common Sense Media lists it for ages 7 and up; parents who reviewed it say 8 and up.
Is The Super Mario Galaxy Movie scary?
The BBFC lists threat, including characters chased by large monsters, and says scary moments are brief and offset by comedy.
Is The Super Mario Galaxy Movie a sequel?
Yes. It follows The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023) and came out in the US on April 1, 2026.
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