Kirsten Dunst has joined the cast of the untitled Minecraft Movie sequel, where she will portray Alex, a primary avatar from the Minecraft video games. The returning cast includes Jason Momoa, Jack Black, Danielle Brooks, Matt Berry, and Jennifer Coolidge. The first film featured four misfits who were transported to the Overworld and had to navigate challenges while teaming up with Steve, an expert crafter. Minecraft 2 is set to be released in theaters on July 23, 2027.