Mario (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film
Released in 2018, Mario is an action, drama and science fiction film directed by Tomohiro Maekawa, running about 89 minutes.
What it’s about. It's the year 2023. The development of artificial intelligence has come a long way in recent years. When a policeman gets seriously injured and won't be able to recover his consciousness, a scientist decides to implant an artificial intelligence called "Mario" inside his brain. The final command for this newborn man: Be free. When he sets out on his little journey to understand the concept of being free, being human, he meets the 16 year-old son of the scientist who is about to take his own life... The two of them form a precious bond.
Who’s in it. Mario stars Hidetoshi Nishijima as Mario, Nayuta Fukuzaki as Kanzaki Itaru, Tetsushi Tanaka and Kana Kurashina as Mochida Yoshimi, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mario page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mario tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mario (2018)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mario change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Mario?
- Mario stars Hidetoshi Nishijima, Nayuta Fukuzaki, Tetsushi Tanaka, Kana Kurashina and Naomi Nishida.
- When was Mario released?
- Mario was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.