A Minecraft Movie, one of the biggest films of 2025, is officially getting a sequel. The title has been revealed as A Minecraft Movie Squared during the Minecraft Live broadcast on May 30, 2026, by Warner Bros. and Legendary. The sequel is scheduled for a theatrical release on July 23, 2027, and fans are eagerly anticipating how the sandbox game will be further adapted.
Release Date and Production Details
A Minecraft Movie Squared is set to hit theaters in the United States on July 23, 2027. Distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, the sequel is currently filming in New Zealand. During the Minecraft Live event, stars Jack Black and Jason Momoa appeared live from the set. The production was greenlit following the original film's massive box office success, which earned $163 million in its opening weekend in North America—a record for a video game adaptation—and grossed approximately $960 million worldwide.
The film is directed by Jared Hess, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Chris Galletta. Hess is known for Napoleon Dynamite, Nacho Libre, and the first A Minecraft Movie, ensuring creative continuity between the two films.
Cast and Characters
Returning cast members include Jason Momoa as Garrett "The Garbage Man" Garrison, a video game store owner and former champion; Jack Black as Steve; Danielle Brooks; Matt Berry; and Jennifer Coolidge, all reprising their roles from the original. Newcomer Kirsten Dunst joins the cast as Alex. Matt Berry has confirmed his return but has not disclosed his role.
Plot and Fan Initiative
Specific plot details remain under wraps, but the cast has offered hints. Jack Black and Jason Momoa revealed there is "a lot of new in this movie," while Danielle Brooks teased that the sequel will take fans "so much deeper into the Minecraft world."
Alongside the title announcement, Warner Bros. and Legendary launched a fan initiative, inviting creators to build something in Minecraft that could be featured in the film or its end credits. Stay tuned for more updates.
