Minecraft Movie Squared Announced for July 2027 Release

The sequel to the 2025 box office hit has been officially titled A Minecraft Movie Squared [1]. Unveiled during Microsoft’s Minecraft Live event at TwitchCon 2026, the film is scheduled to arrive in theaters on July 23, 2027 [1].

Key takeaways

• A Minecraft Movie Squared will be directed by Jared Hess, who co-wrote the script with Chris Galletta [1].
• Kirsten Dunst has been confirmed to join the cast as the character Alex [1].
• Jack Black, Jason Momoa, and Danielle Brooks are set to reprise their roles from the first film [1].
• Matt Berry will return to the franchise in a new, undisclosed role [3].
• Production is currently underway in New Zealand, featuring new environments and mobs [2].

Production and casting updates

Filming for the sequel is currently taking place in New Zealand, where stars Jack Black and Jason Momoa were seen on set [2]. While the production team has kept most plot details under wraps, behind-the-scenes footage provided a brief look at new locations and concept art, including a polar bear mob [2]. The sequel aims to expand the roster of iconic game characters, most notably with the introduction of Kirsten Dunst as Alex [3].

Matt Berry, who previously voiced the Nitwit in the first film, is returning for the sequel in a live-action capacity [2]. While his specific character remains a mystery, his appearance in a turquoise tunic has led to fan speculation regarding his role [3]. The production is also engaging the community through "The Minecraft Movie Build Challenge," which allows fans to submit their own in-game creations for a chance to have them featured in the movie or its end credits [1].

Why it matters

Despite the first film receiving negative critical reviews, it proved to be a significant financial success, earning over $1 billion at the box office [1]. Warner Bros. and Mojang are moving forward with the sequel to capitalize on this momentum, aiming to refine the franchise's approach to its block-based world [1]. While the film moves toward its 2027 release, other projects in the franchise remain in flux; for instance, the animated Minecraft series for Netflix, which was announced in 2024, did not receive an update during the most recent Minecraft Live event [1].