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A Minecraft Movie Squared announced
Mojang officially announced "A Minecraft Movie Squared," the sequel to the successful live-action Minecraft movie, during Minecraft Live 2026. Director Jared Hess and writer Chris Galletta return, with Jack Black reprising his role as Steve and Kirsten Dunst joining as Alex. The film is scheduled for a July 23, 2027 release.
Minecraft LIVE from TwitchCon 2026: The Recap
A recap of Minecraft news from TwitchCon 2026 covers the upcoming Chaos Cubed drop with its sulfur caves and cubes, and Drop 3 of 2026 featuring the dappled forest biome. Updates on Minecraft Dungeons II reveal the Twisted Warden, with the game launching on multiple platforms. News also includes a LEGO collaboration for Minecraft Dungeons II and the announcement of "A Minecraft Movie Squared" starring Kirsten Dunst as Alex.
The artist who created 40 in-game paintings for Minecraft did one of Jack Black as Steve for Minecraft Movie 2, and…
Filming has begun in New Zealand for A Minecraft Movie 2, with a release date set for July 23, 2027. Jack Black, reprising his role as Steve, shared a painting of himself as the character by artist Kristoffer Zetterstrand, who also created 40 in-game paintings for Minecraft. Returning cast members Jason Momoa, Jared Hess, and Jennifer Coolidge are joined by new addition Kirsten Dunst as Alex.
Jack Black marks the start of A Minecraft Movie 2 in the most Steve-tastic way
Filming has officially begun for A Minecraft Movie 2, with star Jack Black marking the occasion by sharing artwork of himself as the character Steve. The sequel to the 2025 film is set to be released on July 23, 2027, and will feature Kristen Dunst as the character Alex. The first movie was a significant box office success, grossing nearly $1 billion globally.
The Minecraft Movie sequel casts Kirsten Dunst, which is not surprising because she wanted to be in a film 'where I…
Kirsten Dunst has been cast as the player avatar Alex in the sequel to the Minecraft Movie, which is currently untitled. Jared Hess returns to direct the film, scheduled for release on July 23, 2027. Dunst expressed interest in the role due to her children's love for the game and the potential for a financially successful film.
"Maybe I can just make a movie where I don't lose money?" - the upcoming Minecraft Movie sequel has found its Alex in Spider-Man and Fargo actress
Kirsten Dunst has joined the cast of the upcoming Minecraft Movie sequel, playing the character Alex. She will star alongside Jack Black's Steve and returning cast members Jason Momoa, Danielle Brooks, Matt Berry, and Jennifer Coolidge. Jared Hess is returning to direct the sequel, which follows the box office success of the first film.
Kirsten Dunst, Who Wanted To Be In A Minecraft Movie 2, Is Now In A Minecraft Movie 2
Kirsten Dunst has joined the cast of A Minecraft Movie 2, with her casting confirmed by Deadline. She will appear alongside returning actors Jack Black, Jason Momoa, Danielle Brooks, Matt Berry, and Jennifer Coolidge. The sequel, directed again by Jared Hess, is scheduled for release on July 23, 2027.
