Charles Martinet
ActingAbout Charles Martinet
Charles Andre Martinet (born September 17, 1955) is an American actor, who formerly portrayed both Mario and Luigi in the Super Mario video game series. Martinet developed the voices of the Mario brothers first used in mainline entries from 1996 to 2022. He also voiced other characters in the series such as Wario, Waluigi, and their baby equivalents, prior to stepping down as voice actor to become an official brand ambassador for the series. Martinet, having spent a large portion of his youth in Europe, speaks fluent French and Spanish, as well as some Italian. He resides in the Netherlands with his partner.
Charles Martinet Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Charles Martinet reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 17 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Charles Martinet's work falls within the Animation genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 35% of Charles Martinet's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Square Eyes: Tales from the Retro Game Culture of Sweden, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Charles Martinet Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Charles Martinet's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Charles Martinet has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | The Super Mario Bros. Movie | Mario's Dad / Giuseppe (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Square Eyes: Tales from the Retro Game Culture of Sweden | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Californians | City Councilman | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Reader Rabbit: Wordville Soup | Captain Ratbeard (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | The Legend of Atlantis | Gryphos | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Reader Rabbit: The Great Alphabet Race | Captain Ratbeard (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Sheer Passion | Lou | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Game | Nicholas' Father | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Beauty and the Beast | Red-Suited Ghost (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Anastasia | Yellow Bird/Pierre/General/Rasputin's Dog(voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Criminal Hearts | Juan (as Charles Martinez) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Nine Months | Arnie | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Last of His Tribe | Assistant Museum Director | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Mom | Mr. Hernandez | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Dead Pool | Police Station Reporter #1 | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Brotherhood of Justice | Deputy | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Hard Traveling | District Attorney Cobb | Flop | Similar → |
Charles Martinet - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Charles Martinet?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Charles Martinet is "Square Eyes: Tales from the Retro Game Culture of Sweden" with a rating of 9.5/10.
How many movies has Charles Martinet acted in?
Charles Martinet has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Charles Martinet?
Other notable films include "Beauty and the Beast", "The Super Mario Bros. Movie", and "The Game".