Two Brooklyn plumbers tumble into a vibrant, magical world for a whimsical, brisk, and uplifting adventure.
Epic, with big broad humor. A family watch at a brisk pace. Emotionally it carries some weight.
Streaming on Peacock and Fandango at Home (free).
No surprises for a PG: mild language and nothing scary.
Our estimate: fine from about 7. Rated PG.
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While working underground to fix a water main, Brooklyn plumbers—and brothers—Mario and Luigi are transported down a mysterious pipe and wander into a magical new world. But when the brothers are separated, Mario embarks on an epic quest to find Luigi.
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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