theater behavior Archives

AppWizard

April 17, 2025

Etiquette expert discusses “A Minecraft Movie” theater trend

The phrase "chicken jockey," referring to a baby zombie riding a chicken in the "Minecraft" universe, has gained popularity following the release of "A Minecraft Movie," leading to increased audience participation in theaters. Viewers are engaging in behaviors such as throwing popcorn and standing on chairs, driven by social media trends. The hashtag #ChickenJockey has over 53,000 posts on TikTok, indicating the trend's rapid growth. Some theaters, including Regal Cinemas, are introducing designated "chicken jockey screenings" to allow for enthusiastic participation while maintaining a respectful environment for all attendees.

AppWizard

April 15, 2025

Jack Black says hold the popcorn: ‘Minecraft’ fans get a message about messy ‘chicken jockey’ trend

Jack Black recently expressed disapproval of unruly fan behavior during screenings of "A Minecraft Movie," where he humorously urged viewers to maintain decorum, advising against throwing popcorn and referencing his character with the phrase "chicken jockey." Videos showed chaotic scenes of fans throwing objects and cheering during a pivotal moment in the film. The "Minecraft" franchise has inspired numerous memes, and the film's opening weekend grossed a record-breaking 7 million domestically and 4 million internationally, making it the highest-grossing video game adaptation, surpassing "The Super Mario Bros. Movie." The film features a cast including Jack Black, Jason Momoa, Sebastian Hansen, Emma Myers, and Danielle Brooks.