Minecraft movie Archives

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May 28, 2025

‘A Minecraft Movie’ Tops DEG Digital Transactions Chart for Week of May 18

The Minecraft Movie is being produced by a collaboration of renowned studios, focusing on storytelling that resonates with audiences of all ages. The film aims to reflect the core themes of exploration and creativity from the Minecraft experience, utilizing innovative animation techniques to represent the game's iconic pixelated style. The casting process includes a mix of established stars and emerging talent, supported by a creative team of experienced directors and writers passionate about gaming culture. The production team has initiated outreach programs to engage the Minecraft community, allowing fans to contribute ideas and feedback.

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May 28, 2025

Warner’s ‘A Minecraft Movie’ Debuts No. 1 Atop Weekly U.K. Home Entertainment Sales Chart Through May 28

The upcoming Minecraft Movie aims to translate the popular block-building game into a cinematic experience, focusing on themes of friendship, exploration, and resilience. It features a talented cast of actors voicing iconic characters and is directed by a skilled team experienced in animation and live-action films. The filmmakers are using innovative animation techniques to replicate and enhance the game's distinctive visuals, creating an immersive experience. The production team is engaging the Minecraft community for input and inspiration, fostering a sense of ownership among fans. The film is generating significant anticipation as its release date approaches.

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May 27, 2025

MLB licenses new downloadable items for use in Minecraft

Major League Baseball (MLB) has partnered with Microsoft to introduce over 40 officially licensed items for the video game Minecraft, targeting its audience of approximately 140 million monthly players. The new downloadable content includes customizable items featuring the logos of all 30 MLB clubs, such as team pennants, wearable jerseys, baseball mitt-shaped chairs, a baseball diamond rug, a functional popcorn machine, and an operable scoreboard. This initiative follows the MLB-backed Home Run Derby game, making baseball the first professional sports league to collaborate with Minecraft. An update for the game is expected this summer, coinciding with the All-Star Game festivities. MLB clubs have also engaged fans through promotional giveaways related to the recent release of “A Minecraft Movie.”

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May 27, 2025

‘A Minecraft Movie’ Again Tops Weekly Fandango at Home Chart Through May 25

Minecraft is set to make its cinematic debut with a film adaptation that aims to capture the essence of the game while introducing a narrative appealing to both fans and newcomers. The film will explore themes of adventure, friendship, and imagination, featuring iconic elements from the game such as crafting, building, and exploring unique landscapes. A talented cast has been assembled, and visionary directors known for their work in animation and live-action films are involved in the project. The film seeks to set a new standard for video game adaptations by prioritizing narrative depth and character development. The release date of the film has not been disclosed.

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May 27, 2025

A Minecraft Movie North America Box Office Day 53: Less Than $3M Away From Beating This Johnny Depp-Led Film & Climb Up The All-Time Top 40 Highest-Grossers List

A Minecraft Movie has achieved a global box office total of 0 million, making it one of the top 40 highest-grossing films in U.S. history. Domestically, it has earned 1.48 million and is close to surpassing the earnings of Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest, which made .31 million. The film is currently in its eighth weekend, having collected .2 million in the U.S. during that period, reflecting a 62.9% decline from the previous weekend. It has lost 1,270 theaters, now showing in 2,087 screens. The film also debuted in Japan, earning .3 million internationally, contributing to a worldwide gross of 0.58 million.

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May 25, 2025

Minecraft: Roll for Adventure – The Temple of the Charged Creeper Announced

Mojang is set to launch a new tabletop role-playing game titled Minecraft: Roll for Adventure – The Temple of the Charged Creeper on July 8th. This game will include a hardcover book with a character sheet, essential rules, and four green dice. Players will take on the role of heroes tasked with defending a village from an invading group of illagers by crafting items, surviving mob encounters, and destroying the Temple of the Charged Creeper. The game features iconic weapons and armor from Minecraft, spans 224 pages, and is recommended for players aged 10 and up. Preorders are available on Amazon. The potential for future installments in the series depends on the success of this initial release.

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May 24, 2025

Minecraft Is Getting A D&D-Style Tabletop RPG – Preorder The Adventure Book

Minecraft is expanding into tabletop gaming with the release of "Minecraft: Roll for Adventure - The Temple of the Charged Creeper" on July 8. The gamebook, priced with a 20% preorder discount, features a 224-page adventure where players track down Illagers in the Overworld. It includes rules, a bestiary, a removable character sheet, and four dice. The author, Matt Forbeck, has experience with titles like Dungeons & Dragons and Halo. The game is recommended for ages 10 and up. Additionally, a Junior edition of "Minecraft: Builders and Biomes" will be released on August 1 for players aged 5 and up. Other Minecraft-themed games include "Portal Dash," the Mattel Minecraft Card Game, and the Minecraft Explorers card game. Various Minecraft book box sets, graphic novels, and novels are also available, including "The Island" by Max Brooks. Upcoming releases include "A Minecraft Movie: From Block to Big Screen" and the "Minecraft Official Blocks Guide," with the film adaptation set to release on June 24 in multiple formats.

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May 23, 2025

Aiken area teens invited to screening of ‘A Minecraft Movie’

Area middle and high school students are invited to Teen Movie Night featuring "A Minecraft Movie," a PG-rated film. The event will be held at the H. Odell Weeks Activities Center on Saturday, June 7, with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. and the movie starting around 6 p.m. Complimentary pizza and popcorn will be provided. Entry requires a valid middle or high school ID, and early arrival is recommended due to limited seating. Sponsors include Direct Auto Insurance, Chandler Law Firm, and Security Federal Bank. The center is located at 1700 Whiskey Road, and inquiries can be made by calling 803-642-7600 and pressing 3.

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May 23, 2025

A MINECRAFT MOVIE Levels Up to Another Major Milestone

A MINECRAFT MOVIE has become one of the top 75 highest-grossing films of all time, currently ranking 75th with a global total of 0,696,673, surpassing BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY. It is also the highest-grossing domestic release of the year and the second highest-grossing film worldwide. The film has received praise for its uplifting worldview and themes of friendship, courage, and redemption, though it includes action violence, mild foul language, and frightening imagery. It has been nominated for the Kid’s Choice Awards, with stars Jason Momoa, Jack Black, and Emma Myers receiving individual nominations. The success of A MINECRAFT MOVIE indicates a growing trend in Hollywood towards video game adaptations, potentially leading to films based on franchises like Grand Theft Auto, Call of Duty, Fortnite, and Roblox.

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May 23, 2025

New on Max in June 2025: Gilded Age Season 3, Looney Tunes, and Minecraft Movie

Max will release several new titles in June 2025, including: - June 1: The documentary series The Mortician, which explores the unethical practices of a family-owned funeral home in the 1980s. - June 22: The third season of The Gilded Age, focusing on the social and economic upheaval of the American Gilded Age. - June 28: The documentary My Mom Jayne, featuring Mariska Hargitay's exploration of her relationship with her late mother, actress Jayne Mansfield. - Streaming debuts of A Minecraft Movie and The Day The Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie (release dates to be announced). Additional programming includes various seasons of shows and films scheduled throughout the month.