Minecraft movie starring Jason Momoa premieres April 2025!

A Minecraft movie is set to release on April 4, 2025, marking the first live-action adaptation of the iconic video game. Directed by Jared Hess, the movie will feature big names like Jason Momoa, Jack Black, Emma Myers, and Jennifer Coolidge. The plot revolves around four characters transported into Minecraft’s Overworld, where they must survive its challenges and creatures such as Zombies and Piglins, with the help of Steve, a master crafter.

The film promises to blend comedy and adventure, staying true to the game’s open-ended, creative spirit. Fans were divided on the first trailer, which was released in September 2024. Some praised its fun approach, while others were skeptical about its CGI and live-action take on the blocky world.

The film will also showcase Minecraft’s unique aesthetic, blending live-action with CGI to replicate the game’s distinctive cubic visuals. Jared Hess, known for Napoleon Dynamite, stated that the film’s humor and adventurous tone will appeal to audiences both familiar with the game and new to the Minecraft universe. Hess shared, “We had a lot of fun working with a world that’s limitless and encourages creativity. It’s a playground of possibility.” With Momoa leading the cast and Jack Black adding his comedic flair, expectations are high for the movie to capture the whimsy and imagination that has made the game a global phenomenon