‘A Minecraft Movie’ Sequel Gets New Title
A sequel to 'A Minecraft Movie' has been officially titled 'A Minecraft Movie Squared.' The film is set to release in theaters on July 23, 2027, with Jared Hess returning as director. The original movie was a box office success, grossing nearly $958 million globally, despite receiving mixed reviews.
- ▪The sequel's title was revealed in a joint Instagram post by Warner Bros., Legendary, and Minecraft.
- ▪Jared Hess will return to direct and co-write the sequel alongside Chris Galletta.
- ▪The original 'A Minecraft Movie' grossed $957.8 million and became the second highest grossing movie of 2025.
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Jack Black, Jason Momoa and Sebastian Hansen in 'A Minecraft Movie.' Courtesy Warner Bros. Pictures Share on Facebook Share on X Google Preferred Share to Flipboard Show additional share options Share on LinkedIn Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share on Tumblr Share on Whats App Send an Email Print the Article Post a Comment Logo text A sequel to Warner Bros. and Legendary’s A Minecraft Movie has gotten a new title: A Minecraft Movie Squared. In a joint Instagram post Saturday with the studios and Minecraft, the new official title was revealed. “Ready for another adventure? The world of #Minecraft is expanding once again with A Minecraft Movie Squared!,” the post reads in part.
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