Minecraft movie Archives

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February 1, 2026

How Does Jack Black Feel About The Minecraft Movie’s Theater Audience ‘Going Nuts? (I Can’t Get Enough Of His A+ Comparison)

This year features several anticipated video game adaptations, including The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, Mortal Kombat II, and Street Fighter. A Minecraft Movie became the highest-grossing film in the domestic market of 2025, earning 8.3 million globally. The film's success was marked by enthusiastic audience reactions, reminiscent of The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Jack Black noted the audience's fervor and compared it to his childhood experiences with the cult classic. Warner Bros. re-released the film due to its reception, and Black's song “Lava Chicken” became the shortest hit to reach the Billboard charts. A sequel is in development, with production expected to start in April and a release date set for July 23, 2027.

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January 26, 2026

Jason Momoa Offers an Update on the Status of A Minecraft Movie Sequel

Jason Momoa announced that filming for the sequel to A Minecraft Movie will begin in late April 2026. The original film, released in April 2025, grossed approximately 8 million globally against a budget of 0 million and set records for the largest domestic opening weekend for a video game adaptation. Warner Bros. confirmed the sequel, titled Minecraft 2, for a summer 2027 release, with director Jared Hess returning. Momoa expressed enthusiasm for the new script, stating it is sharper and more engaging than the first. Specific plot details are not yet revealed, but Hess has indicated a desire to explore new biomes and creatures. Momoa will reprise his role as Garrett "The Garbage Man" Garrison, though a complete cast list for the sequel has not been announced.

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January 26, 2026

Block by block: Johns Island middle school students bring future rec center to life in Minecraft

Sixth graders at Haut Gap Middle School designed a future recreation center for Johns Island using Minecraft as part of a month-long competition. The winning design, created by Colin White, Hart Anderson, Elijah Robertson, and Russell Thiem, was presented to the City Council. The center is planned to be a 50,000-square-foot facility featuring a 25-meter swimming pool, a therapy pool, a yoga studio, indoor courts for basketball, volleyball, and pickleball, as well as outdoor amenities like additional pickleball courts, a basketball court, a playground, and a splash pad. The students creatively adapted game elements in their designs, such as using spider webs for basketball netting and snowballs as basketballs. City Councilman Jim McBride acknowledged the importance of the students' input, and Mayor William Cogswell humorously requested a motion to approve the budget for the new center. The construction will be funded through a million bond referendum approved by voters in 2023, with an anticipated groundbreaking in October and an estimated 18-month construction timeline.

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January 20, 2026

Minecraft 2 Is Better Than the Original in 1 Specific Way, According to Jason Momoa (& There’s A Big Filming Update)

A Minecraft Movie 2 is in production, following the success of its predecessor, which was the highest-grossing film of 2025 with a domestic box office of 4 million. The film grossed 8.2 million globally, ranking fifth behind titles like Ne Zha 2 and Zootopia 2. Director Jared Hess returns, along with original cast members Jason Momoa and Jack Black. Momoa expressed excitement about the new script, stating it made him laugh out loud. The sequel will feature Steve and Alex as distinct characters, with Jack Black reprising his role as Steve. The casting for Alex is still unannounced. The first film's post-credit scene hinted at further adventures involving a mysterious chest, possibly an Ender Chest, which could lead to the End dimension and the Ender Dragon.

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January 18, 2026

Actor Jason Momoa says ‘Minecraft’ sequel to go into production ‘very soon’

Actor Jason Momoa announced that production for the sequel to A Minecraft Movie is set to begin by the end of April. He expressed excitement about the script, stating it is better than the original. Director Jared Hess will return for A Minecraft Movie 2, with a screenplay co-written by Hess and Chris Galletta. The sequel is scheduled for release on July 23, 2027. The original film was Warner Bros’ third-largest opening of all time.

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January 17, 2026

A Minecraft Movie 2 Filming Window Revealed by Jason Momoa

Jason Momoa confirmed that filming for A Minecraft Movie 2 will begin at the end of April 2026. The sequel is scheduled for theatrical release on July 23, 2027, with Jared Hess returning as director and Chris Galletta co-writing the screenplay. Legendary Pictures will produce and finance the film, with Momoa reprising his role as Garrett “The Garbage Man” Garrison and Jack Black expected to return as Steve. The status of other main cast members from the first film is uncertain. The storyline may explore the dynamic between Steve and his female counterpart, Alex.

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January 17, 2026

Minecraft 2’s Script Is “So Good,” Jason Momoa Says

Jason Momoa will reprise his role in A Minecraft Movie 2, with production starting at the end of April. He described the script as "very funny" and expressed his enthusiasm for it. The original film, A Minecraft Movie, was released in 2025 and grossed over 0 million globally. A sequel was announced in October 2025, with a release date set for July 23, 2027. Original director Jared Hess is returning to co-write the sequel, and the original cast, including Jack Black, Danielle Brooks, Emma Myers, and Sebastian Hansen, is expected to return, along with new additions. The sequel may explore the character Alex, hinted at in the original film's conclusion.

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January 17, 2026

Jason Momoa Gives ‘Minecraft’ Sequel Update: “Very Soon”

Jason Momoa is set to begin production on the Minecraft Movie sequel, with filming expected to start at the end of April. The sequel, titled A Minecraft Movie 2, is directed by Jared Hess, who co-wrote the script with Chris Galletta. It is scheduled for theatrical release on July 23, 2027. The sequel will introduce the character Alex, alongside Steve, portrayed by Jack Black.

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January 17, 2026

Jason Momoa shares good news for ‘Minecraft’ fans

Jason Momoa has confirmed that a sequel to A Minecraft Movie is in production, set to begin at the end of April. The film is scheduled for release on July 23, 2027. Director Jared Hess will return to lead the project, collaborating with Chris Galletta on the screenplay. The sequel aims to build on the success of the first film, which had a record-breaking box office opening for Warner Bros. Hess has indicated that the sequel will include characters Steve and Alex from the game.

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January 7, 2026

‘A Minecraft Movie,’ ‘Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy’ Lead U.K., Ireland Box Office to $1.45 Billion in 2025, Best Post-Pandemic Result Yet

The theatrical market in the U.K. and Ireland generated £1.07 billion in 2025, reflecting a 1% increase from the previous year and marking the strongest box office performance since the pandemic began. The leading film was Warner Bros.’ “A Minecraft Movie,” which earned £45.9 million, followed by Universal’s “Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy” at £30.7 million, and Universal’s “Wicked: For Good.” Despite this growth, the figures are still 21% below the pre-pandemic benchmark of 2019. The year saw a record 224 saturation releases, up from 200 in 2024, indicating a recovery from pandemic-related production delays. Universal’s “Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale” opened in over 750 cinemas in September.