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May 6, 2026

Jack Black marks the start of A Minecraft Movie 2 in the most Steve-tastic way

Filming for A Minecraft Movie 2 has officially begun, with star Jack Black sharing artwork of himself as the character Steve on Instagram. The painting was created by Swedish artist Kristoffer Zetterstrand, who has previously made 40 paintings for the Minecraft franchise. Filming is taking place in Huntly and various locations in Auckland. Kristen Dunst will portray Alex, the game's female playable character. The original A Minecraft Movie, released in April 2025, had a global opening of 3.7 million and grossed just shy of a billion by the end of its theatrical run. A Minecraft Movie 2 is set to be released on July 23, 2027.

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April 16, 2026

A Minecraft Movie 2 Finally Has Its Official Title Revealed

Warner Bros. announced a sequel to A Minecraft Movie, titled A Minecraft Sequel, set to be released on July 23, 2027. Jared Hess will direct, and Chris Galletta will co-write the screenplay. The returning cast includes Jack Black as Steve, Jason Momoa as Garrett Garrison, Danielle Brooks as Dawn, and Jennifer Coolidge as Vice Principal Marlene. Kirsten Dunst joins the cast as Alex. The plot details are not yet revealed, but it is expected to continue adventures in the Overworld. The first film grossed approximately million worldwide, making it one of the highest-grossing films of 2025 and a top video game adaptation.

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February 27, 2026

“Zootopia 2” Becomes Highest-Grossing Domestic Film of 2025, Surpassing “A Minecraft Movie”

Zootopia 2 has become the highest-grossing domestic release of 2025, earning 4.2 million at the U.S. box office. It has also made .425 billion internationally, totaling .85 billion worldwide. Of the domestic earnings, 7.9 million were generated in 2025. The film is The Walt Disney Company’s second highest Thanksgiving opening ever, following Moana 2, and Disney holds nine of the top ten Thanksgiving openings. Zootopia 2 has a 96% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes and has received nominations from major animation awards. It reached its box office milestone in 91 days, demonstrating effective marketing and strong family appeal.

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February 26, 2026

I Thought A Minecraft Movie Had The Domestic Box Office Record For 2025 In The Bag, But The Crown Has Now Been Stolen

Jared Hess’ A Minecraft Movie, which premiered last April, grossed 4.1 million in the United States and Canada. It has been surpassed by Byron Howard and Jared Bush’s Zootopia 2, which has grossed 4.2 million since its Thanksgiving release. Zootopia 2 had a larger opening weekend, earning 0.3 million compared to the original Zootopia's 1.1 million, and has already surpassed the original's total of 1.3 million. Globally, Zootopia 2 has exceeded 0.8 billion, while A Minecraft Movie grossed 1.2 million worldwide. The only film surpassing Zootopia 2 this year is the animated Chinese film Ne Zha 2, which has crossed the billion mark. Upcoming animated films include Hoppers, Toy Story 5, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, Hexed, and Minions & Monsters.

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February 15, 2026

After the Minecraft Movie, Jason Momoa Joins a Highly Anticipated New Video Game Adaptation

Jason Momoa is set to star in a cinematic adaptation of the cooperative shooter game Helldivers, developed by Arrowhead Game Studios. The film, directed by Justin Lin and co-written by Gary Dauberman, is scheduled for release on November 10, 2027. Helldivers, launched in 2015, has gained popularity for its challenging gameplay and satirical humor, reminiscent of Starship Troopers. Sony is actively adapting video games into films, following the successes of Uncharted and The Last of Us.

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February 13, 2026

Jason Momoa expands video game movie slate with Helldivers after Minecraft and Street Fighter

Jason Momoa is set to star in the Helldivers movie, produced by Sony Pictures, following his roles in the upcoming Minecraft film and Street Fighter adaptation. The Helldivers film was announced in January 2025, with Justin Lin as director. The plot is expected to reflect the games' satirical take on warfare and military propaganda, similar to Starship Troopers. The film is scheduled for release on November 10, 2027, marking Momoa's third consecutive year in a major video game adaptation.

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February 11, 2026

Helldivers Movie Taps Minecraft’s Jason Momoa For Alien Carnage

Jason Momoa will star in Sony's adaptation of Helldivers, set to premiere on November 10, 2027. The film is directed by Justin Lin, known for the Fast and Furious series. Sony is also working on adapting other PlayStation franchises, including a Horizon Zero Dawn series and additional seasons of HBO’s The Last of Us. The track record for PlayStation adaptations has been mixed, with 2022’s Uncharted and 2023’s Gran Turismo receiving lukewarm responses.

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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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December 29, 2025

The year of Minecraft: How Jack Black’s block-tastic video game adaptation started the most chaotic cinema trend of 2025

A Minecraft Movie was released on April 4, 2025, featuring Jack Black as Steve and other characters navigating the Minecraft world. The film generated significant fan engagement, with audiences cheering and celebrating during screenings, leading to some theaters requiring law enforcement to maintain order. A UK cinema banned children to curb disturbances. The film's success is attributed to Minecraft's large player base, with 1.4 million active players daily and over 50 million annual logins. The landscape of video game adaptations has improved, with successful examples like HBO's The Last of Us and Prime Video's Fallout. A sequel to A Minecraft Movie is scheduled for release on July 23, 2027, alongside other adaptations like The Super Mario Galaxy Movie and a Street Fighter reboot.

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December 20, 2025

Roy Lee Grossed $9B From Movies Like ‘Weapons’ and ‘Minecraft’ But What He Really Wants to Do Is Make ‘Calvin & Hobbes’

Roy Lee, a 56-year-old mega-producer in the film industry, has produced or executive produced eleven films in 2025, including New Line’s sci-fi thriller Companion and Warner Bros.’ The Minecraft Movie, which nearly reached a billion at the box office. He is known for his subdued approach to filmmaking, preferring to empower the creative talents he collaborates with rather than seeking the spotlight. Lee began his career in the 1990s as an assistant at Alphaville Films and pioneered one of Hollywood’s first online script tracking services. He has successfully adapted works from literary icons like Stephen King, securing the rights to The Long Walk after adapting It. Lee emphasizes his focus on the creative process over awards and expresses optimism about the future of Hollywood, particularly regarding new technologies like artificial intelligence.