The Super Mario Bros. movie directors head to Netflix
Netflix has signed a deal with directors Michael Jelenic and Aaron Horvath, known for their work on The Super Mario Bros. Movie. The duo will create new animated series and films exclusively for the streaming platform. They expressed excitement about the partnership and the opportunity to entertain a global audience.
- ▪Michael Jelenic and Aaron Horvath will develop new content for Netflix.
- ▪They are known for directing The Super Mario Bros. Movie and The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.
- ▪Both directors previously worked on the successful Teen Titans Go! series.
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