Super Mario Bros movie gets comic book sequel

Perhaps its proof that no film ever truly fails or that the world’s desire for more of something knows no bounds, but a comic book sequel to ‘Super Mario Bros: The Movie’ is an actual real thing.

Its creators have even been meeting with the film’s writers to ensure it stays within the canon set-up in the infamous videogame adaptation.

The project’s website says: "Following discussions with original writer Parker Bennett, Steven Applebaum and Ryan Hoss have scripted a new adventure that continues right where the film left off.

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“Join Mario, Luigi and Princess Daisy as they explore new locations and creatures inspired by the games, yet adapted in the film's unique cyberpunk style.”

It will include elements intended for a sequel that was never made.

The original movie starring Bob Hoskins and John Leguizamo famously flopped in 1993 and was mauled by critics. It’s widely regarded as one of the worst films ever made and barely resembles the Nintendo games on which it is supposedly based.

Its notoriety has caused the film to develop something of a cult following – after all, it does truly need to be seen to be believed.