In a move that surprises absolutely no one who witnessed the cinematic phenomenon, Warner Bros. has officially announced it is crafting a sequel to the colossal hit, A Minecraft Movie.
Titled simply, Minecraft 2, the film is slated for a theatrical release on July 23, 2027. The announcement comes on the heels of the first film’s meteoric box office success.
Released in April 2025, A Minecraft Movie smashed expectations with $162 million (£121.2 million) domestically and $312 million (£234.0 million) globally in its opening weekend.
By the end of its run, the movie had raked in a jaw-dropping $957 million ( £719.3 million ) worldwide, cementing itself as the second-highest-grossing Hollywood film of the year, just behind Disney’s Lilo & Stitch.
The studio made the announcement in the most fitting way possible: with a cryptic post on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) from the film’s official account. The post featured a single, iconic block of grass and the message: “Building terrain. See you in theatres July 23 2027. #Minecraft.”
Director Jared Hess, who masterfully brought the blocky universe to life, is set to return to the director’s chair and will once again co-write the screenplay with Chris Galletta.
While Warner Bros. cheekily stated that plot details "remain deep in the mine for now," we know the core creative team is back. The sequel will see the return of stars Jack Black and Jason Momoa, with Momoa also joining the producing team.
The first film followed a group of outsiders who were pulled into the iconic, cubic world and guided by an expert crafter named Steve (Black).
The sequel is expected to build upon that world, potentially exploring its deeper, more dangerous caverns and perhaps even introducing the enigmatic End dimension.
A Box Office Saviour
Minecraft 2 isn't just a victory lap; it's a strategic move to cement one of the most stunning turnarounds in recent Hollywood history
Before the first Minecraft film, Warner Bros. was reeling from a string of high-profile disappointments including Joker: Folie à Deux and The Alto Knights.
But the success of A Minecraft Movie acted like a cinematic potion of strength, supercharging the studio’s slate. It sparked an incredible six-movie winning streak with hits like Superman, F1: The Movie, and The Conjuring: Last Rites.
Warner Bros. has struck gold, and they’re not stopping until they’ve mined every last diamond.
Get your pickaxes ready.
