New Hugh Jackman Film Beats The Super Mario Bros. Movie in Streaming Battle

Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson are proving to be a winning combination on streaming. Their latest film, a biographical musical drama, has toppled The Super Mario Bros. Movie to claim the top spot on a major platform.

Song Sung Blue tops the streaming charts on Peacock

According to data from FlixPatrol, Song Sung Blue has surged to become one of the most-watched movies on Peacock in the United States, securing the number one position today. Its appeal isn’t limited to the U.S., either; the film is also finding an audience in countries like Ireland, where it’s available for purchase on the Apple TV store. This victory is particularly major as it has outperformed streaming numbers for other recent titles, including the 2023 juggernaut, The Super Mario Bros. Movie.

Song Sung Blue tells the extraordinary true story of Claire and Mike Sardina, a Milwaukee couple who formed a renowned Neil Diamond tribute band known as Lightning and Thunder. Jackman takes on the role of Mike, a.k.a. “Lightning,” while Hudson delivers a celebrated performance as Claire, a.k.a. “Thunder.” The narrative charts their meet-cute, their rise to success playing state fairs and music festivals, and the deep love that held them together.

However, this is far from a simple rags-to-riches tale. Based on the 2008 documentary of the same name, Song Sung Blue doesn’t shy away from the couple’s immense hardships. It honestly shows Claire’s accident, which led to the loss of her leg, and Mike’s struggles with multiple heart attacks. This raw, human drama, combined with the uplifting power of music, has clearly resonated with audiences.

While The Super Mario Bros. Movie was an undeniable box office phenomenon and became the highest-grossing video game film of all time, the battle on streaming is a different arena. The animated adventure, featuring the voices of Chris Pratt and Anya Taylor-Joy, relied on nostalgia and family-friendly spectacle.

Source: Comingsoon.net