"Peaches" from the Super Mario Bros. Movie May Score Oscar Nomination for Best Original Song

The Super Mario Bros. Movie may not have impressed critics, but it appears to have won the hearts of audiences worldwide, and it may now be in contention for an Oscar. Universal Studios has announced that the film's theme song, "Peaches," could be nominated for Best Original Song at the prestigious awards ceremony. (Via Variety)

the song

The catchy tune is sung by none other than Bowser, who is played by the incredibly talented Jack Black. The song, written by a team of five people including Black, has gone viral, with over 5.5 million views on YouTube in just a few days.

huge success

While it's still unclear whether "Peaches" will receive a nomination, it's clear that the Super Mario Bros. Movie was a huge success. Despite critical acclaim, audiences have flocked to theaters to see the beloved Nintendo characters come to life on the big screen. The film has broken record after record, demonstrating that there is still a strong appetite for the iconic video game franchise.

sequel

Aside from the possibility of an Oscar nomination for "Peaches," there are already rumors of a sequel in the works. The world appears to be ready for more Mario, Luigi, and their friends, and the success of the first film has only increased anticipation for what's to come.

future

Whether or not "Peaches" receives an Oscar nomination, it is clear that the Super Mario Bros. Movie has already had an impact on both fans and the industry as a whole. With more projects in the works, the iconic video game characters appear to be here to stay, and we can't wait to see what they'll do next.

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