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May 14, 2025

Stream A Minecraft Movie at home right now (as long as you’re in the U.S.) and have your own “Chicken Jockey” moment whenever you like

The Minecraft Movie is now available for digital rental or purchase for .99 on Amazon. A physical release, including UHD Blu-ray, is scheduled for June 24. The film is currently accessible in the U.S., while international audiences in Europe will have to wait until May 19. The movie has become the highest-grossing film of 2025, earning over 0 million, despite mixed reviews from critics. Audience reception has been more favorable, with viewers enjoying its lightheartedness and engaging content.

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May 13, 2025

‘A Minecraft Movie’ Comes to Digital, But When Will The ‘Minecraft’ Movie Be Streaming Free on HBO Max?

A Minecraft Movie will debut on video-on-demand on May 13 at 12 a.m. Eastern Time. Directed by Jared Hess, the film features a script by five writers and stars Jason Momoa, Sebastian Hansen, Emma Myers, and Danielle Brooks, with Jack Black voicing the character Steve. The movie has grossed over 9 million globally, prompting Warner Bros. to extend its theatrical run. It will be available for purchase or rental on platforms like Amazon Prime, Apple TV, and Fandango At Home, with prices varying by platform. Currently, it is not on any subscription-based streaming service, but it is expected to stream on Max eventually. The exact streaming date on Max is not yet announced, but it may be available around early to mid-July 2025 based on historical patterns.

AppWizard

May 13, 2025

‘A Minecraft Movie’ Is 75th On The Numbers’ ‘All-Time Worldwide Box Office’ List –

A Minecraft Movie has grossed over 9 million globally in six weeks, with approximately 8.9 million from domestic audiences and 0.6 million from international markets. The film stars Jack Black and Jason Momoa and is currently the 75th highest-grossing film in the all-time worldwide box office list.

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May 13, 2025

You can now watch A Minecraft Movie at home in the US – but when is the UK release coming?

A Minecraft Movie has surpassed 0 million in global box office receipts and is available for home viewing in the United States. It can be purchased or rented on platforms like Prime Video and Apple TV. The digital release in the UK is set for 19 May at midnight BST, with pre-orders available. DVD, Blu-ray, and 4K Ultra HD formats can also be pre-ordered, though an official release date for physical copies is not confirmed. A limited edition 4K Steelbook will be available exclusively at HMV. The film has the potential to reach the billion mark in box office receipts, and while a sequel has not been officially greenlit, discussions have taken place, and the director expressed excitement about the possibility.

AppWizard

May 13, 2025

‘A Minecraft Movie’ comes to digital, but when will the ‘Minecraft’…

A Minecraft Movie will be available for purchase or rental on various digital platforms starting May 13 at 12 a.m. Eastern Time. The film, directed by Jared Hess and featuring a script by five writers, follows four human misfits in a cube-based world, with voices from Jason Momoa, Sebastian Hansen, Emma Myers, Danielle Brooks, and Jack Black. It has grossed over 9 million globally, leading Warner Bros. to extend its theatrical run. The film will be priced at .99 to buy and .99 to rent on Amazon Prime, with a 48-hour rental window. It is not currently available on subscription streaming services but is expected to stream on Max in early to mid-July 2025, based on previous release patterns.

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May 13, 2025

Another Level Reached For A MINECRAFT MOVIE As The Film Passes The $900 Million Mark

Warner Bros. Discovery’s A Minecraft Movie has surpassed the 0 million mark at the global box office and remains in the Top 3 at theaters, earning .9 million domestically and 4 million globally as of Friday. It is expected to become the second-highest-grossing video game adaptation in history, behind The Super Mario Bros. Movie. The film features a cast including Jason Momoa and Jack Black, directed by Jared Hess, and follows four misfits who navigate a fantastical cubic realm to return home. The screenplay was written by a team including Chris Bowman and Hubbel Palmer, and the film is produced by several individuals including Roy Lee and Jason Momoa. Theaters are introducing "Block Party Edition" screenings to enhance audience engagement.

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May 13, 2025

A MINECRAFT MOVIE Just Hit Another Major Milestone

A MINECRAFT MOVIE has surpassed HARRY POTTER AND THE CHAMBER OF SECRETS at the global box office, earning 6.8 million and claiming the 15th position in Warner Bros' history, while HARRY POTTER AND THE CHAMBER OF SECRETS previously held 6.1 million. The film features Jack Black and Jason Momoa and has a 48% score on Rotten Tomatoes, with an 86% audience approval rating. It is a live-action fantasy adventure inspired by the video game MINECRAFT, following misfits in the Overworld facing destruction. The digital release is set for May 13, and physical copies will be available on June 24. Warner Bros. executives have hinted at plans for a sequel.

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May 12, 2025

‘A Minecraft Movie’ Comes to Digital this Week, to 4K UHD, Blu-Ray and DVD this June

A Minecraft Movie will be released digitally on May 13, 2025, and will be available for purchase on 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD on June 24, 2025. The film is a collaboration between Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures, featuring a cast that includes Jason Momoa, Jack Black, Emma Myers, Danielle Brooks, and Jennifer Coolidge, directed by Jared Hess. It is the first live-action adaptation of the best-selling video game Minecraft and has grossed over 2 million globally, achieving the largest domestic opening for 2025 and becoming the highest-grossing movie based on a video game. The story follows four characters who are transported to the Overworld and must navigate its challenges with the help of an expert crafter. The film's special features include several featurettes showcasing the making of the film and its music.

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May 12, 2025

How Late Producer Jill Messick First Saw The Mega Potential Of ‘A Minecraft Movie’ Through The Eyes Of Her Son

A Minecraft Movie has surpassed 0 million at the box office. Jill Messick, a producer, sought film rights from Mojang Studios in 2011 after observing her son Jackson's enthusiasm for the game. She successfully pitched the concept to Mojang's founder, Markus Persson, and later collaborated with CAA to secure the rights. Producer Roy Lee and Warner Bros. also pursued the rights, leading to a partnership with Messick. The deal was finalized in February 2014, and Mojang was sold to Microsoft for .5 billion shortly after. The film's development involved various writers and filmmakers over a decade. Jill Messick passed away in February 2018, and her contributions were honored at the film's premiere on March 30, coinciding with Mother’s Day in the U.K.

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May 10, 2025

‘A Minecraft Movie’ Arrives On Digital Streaming This Week

A Minecraft Movie is set for digital streaming release on May 13, following its theatrical debut on April 4. The film, directed by Jared Hess and featuring a cast that includes Jason Momoa and Jack Black, has grossed 7.4 million worldwide against a production budget of 0 million. Viewers can purchase the movie for .99 or rent it for .99 for 48 hours on platforms like AppleTV, Fandango at Home, and Prime Video. The digital release includes five bonus featurettes: "Building the World of Minecraft: Block Party," "Creepers, Zombies, and Endermen Oh My!," "Minecraft Movie: Block Beats," "A Minecraft Movie: Pixel Pals," and "Marlene + Nitwit."