The wait is over! A Minecraft Movie's trailer is here, giving us a glimpse of Jack Black and Jason Momoa in the blocky world. We see the cubic landscape, Piglins, and Creepers in action as they search for a way back home. Warner Bros. Pictures has confirmed that the movie will be released in 2025.
Minecraft has been a top-selling sandbox game since 2011 and is known for sparking its players' imaginations. Its movie adaptation has been in the works since 2014, and a lot has happened since then—to the movie, the entertainment industry, and the game itself.
Fans have been guessing what the movie would be like. With its official trailer released, we have a clearer picture of what to expect.
When is the release date of A Minecraft Movie?
A Minecraft Movie will be released in theaters on April 4, 2025. Due to the game's popularity, it will likely have a big-screen release.
Filming for the movie in August 2023 in New Zealand and the teaser demonstrates how it cleverly blends animation and live-action.
Who is the cast in A Minecraft Movie?
Several stars have been confirmed to star in the movie. Some of them are as follows:
1) Jason Momoa as Garrett “The Garbage Man” Garrison
Joseph Jason Namakaeha Momoa, born August 1, 1979, is an American actor. He started acting as Jason Ioane in the action drama series Baywatch: Hawaii. Fans mainly know him for his roles as Ronon Dox in Stargate Atlantis and Khal Drogo in Games of Thrones (2011-2012). He's also been in Aquaman, Justice League, and Dune.
2) Emma Myers as Natalie
Playing Natalie, Emma Myers was born in Orlando, Florida, on April 2, 2002. She's an American actress who has appeared in projects like Wednesday, Family Switch, and A Good Girl's Guide to Murder.
3) Danielle Brooks as Dawn
Danielle Brooks is an American actress and singer. She got her big break playing Tasha "Taystee" Jefferson, a prison inmate, in the popular Netflix series Orange Is the New Black from 2013 to 2019.
4) Jack Black as Steve
Thomas Jacob Black, born on August 28, 1969, is an American actor, comedian, and musician. He is known for his roles in family and comedy films and his voice work in animated films. He has won an Emmy Award and a Grammy Award and has been nominated for three Golden Globe Awards.
5) Sebastian Eugene Hansen as Henry
Sebastian Eugene Hansen is famous for his roles in Just Mercy and Lisey's Story.
Along with the main cast, three more actors' names have been associated to make an appearance in the movie. They include Jennifer Coolidge, Kate McKinnon, and Jemaine Clement, but their roles aren’t known as of this writing.
What is the plot of A Minecraft Movie?
The trailer of A Minecraft Movie follows four misfit individuals who find themselves having a tough time with everyday issues. They get sucked into a mysterious portal and end up in the Overworld, a weird and wonderful place that's all about imagination. This world is similar to Minecraft; it comprises of blocklike creatures.
The people must learn to survive in this new world by following its unique rules, defend themselves against evil Piglins and Zombies, and complete a quest with a native resident.
Joining forces with Steve, a skilled crafter, they'll embark on a thrilling adventure that pushes them to be brave and rediscover their unique creativity. Their creativity is a vital skill needed to succeed in the real world.
Is there a trailer for A Minecraft Movie?
On September 4, 2024, an official Minecraft Movie trailer was released on YouTube. The snippet shows a group of people exploring a world made up of Minecraft blocks. As of this writing, it has over 12 million views.
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