A Minecraft Movie Squared Is the Title of the Minecraft Sequel, Kirsten Dunst Cast as Alex
The sequel's title, A Minecraft Movie Squared, and the casting of Kirsten Dunst as Alex signal a deliberate expansion of the film's lore beyond the first movie's focus on Steve, aiming to draw from the game's broader character roster.
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During the Minecraft Live May 2026 broadcast, the official title for the sequel to A Minecraft Movie was announced as A Minecraft Movie Squared. The film is set for a US theatrical release on July 23, 2027. Returning cast members include Jack Black as Steve, Jason Momoa as Garrett, and Danielle Brooks as Dawn. New to the sequel is Kirsten Dunst, who will play the character Alex, a casting previously reported by Deadline in March 2026. Matt Berry, who voiced the character Nittwit in the first film, will appear as an undisclosed new character. The broadcast offered a brief look at the production, which is again being filmed in New Zealand. Jack Black described the sequel as containing many new elements, with a large team working to elevate the project. Danielle Brooks confirmed the film will introduce new biomes, new characters, and new mobs. A related Minecraft Movie Build Challenge invites players to submit in-game builds for a chance to attend a screening and potentially have their work appear in the film or its credits.
The sequel to A Minecraft Movie was formally named A Minecraft Movie Squared during the Minecraft Live May 2026 stream, alongside a brief behind-the-scenes look at the New Zealand production. Jack Black, Jason Momoa, and Danielle Brooks are all returning, while Kirsten Dunst joins as Alex, a role first reported by Deadline in March 2026. Matt Berry, who voiced Nittwit in the first film, will appear as an as-yet-unnamed character. Danielle Brooks stated the film will feature new biomes, characters, and mobs. Jack Black said the team is working to take the project to the next level. The film is scheduled for a US release on July 23, 2027. A Minecraft Movie Build Challenge was also announced, offering players a chance to have their in-game creations featured in the film or its credits, with winners invited to a screening.
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