The Minecraft Movie has demonstrated remarkable staying power at the box office, amassing an impressive .6 million during its second weekend. This surge has elevated the film’s domestic total to 0 million. When factoring in its international earnings of 9.6 million, the global revenue for The Minecraft Movie now stands at a noteworthy 0 million.
In a light-hearted twist, audiences have experienced some popcorn-related antics during screenings. While many cinema chains have opted for discretion regarding the popcorn frenzy that erupted during a particular scene, Regal Movies has embraced the moment with humor, inviting moviegoers to join in the fun during a special screening of the Chicken Jockey scene on April 20.
Ranking in the World of Video Game Movies
As for its standing among live-action video game adaptations, The Minecraft Movie currently ranks second in terms of box office performance, trailing only behind The Super Mario Bros. Movie. This impressive leap from ninth to second place has pushed down other notable titles such as Sonic the Hedgehog 3, Detective Pikachu, and Uncharted.
The animated Mario film from Illumination has achieved a staggering global total of .3 billion. While The Minecraft Movie has a considerable distance to cover to surpass Nintendo’s beloved character, it remains a strong contender, particularly within the domestic market, as indicated by data from Box Office Mojo.
Reception and Future Prospects
The reception for the film has been largely positive since its debut, with our review awarding it a score of 7/10. Looking ahead, discussions of a sequel are already in the air, potentially introducing a new character to the franchise. Preorders for the home video release are currently available, and interested fans can find details on pricing and special editions through GameSpot’s preorder guide.
