The cubic world will be back! Director of ‘A Minecraft movie’ is in conversations to produce a sequel
Director Jared HESS confirms conversations for a sequel to ‘A Minecraft movie’ after his box office success and advances the arrival of Alex.
By Jacobo Antúnez April 8, 2025
After becoming an unexpected box office phenomenon, ‘A Minecraft film’ has not only ignited the spark of nostalgia and emotion among millions of fans, but also has opened the doors to new adventures in the peculiar cubic universe. Director Jared HESS, in a recent interview, confirmed that they are already in conversations for a sequel, and it is not difficult to understand why. With a stellar cast, a comic approach without cynicism and an authentic connection with the spirit of the video game, the film has exceeded all expectations.
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Will there be a sequel to ‘A Minecraft movie’?
The answer seems to be a resounding yes. Although an official announcement by Warner Bros. or Legendary has not yet been made, director Jared HESS has revealed that conversations for a second part are already underway. “You are already talking about a sequel. It would be hilarious to return to that world. Fans are having incredible and there is much more to explore,” HESS said.
Unlike other projects that try to squeeze a franchise without a solid base, the possible sequel to ‘A Minecraft film’ is presented as a natural continuation of a story that has already deeply resonated with the public. In fact, the director himself explained that during production many ideas were left out, so returning to this dimension full of creativity, absurdities and epic adventures is not only viable, but desired by the entire team.
In addition, the end of the first installment left an obvious wink in his post -crushed scenes, which has been enthusiastically received by the fan community. And it is precisely where a new key character enters the scene that could star in the next installment.
Who is Alex, the character that could be introduced in the sequel?
In the final credits of the film, the most attentive spectators noticed the appearance of a character that had not yet been part of the main cast: Alex. It is a figure as iconic as Steve in the universe of the Mojang video game.
Alex is one of the two “skins” predetermined in the game since 2014, and its inclusion has been key to expanding representation in Minecraft. With red -haired hair and a brave attitude, Alex is known for being agile, curious and a great construction company. Their dynamic with Steve in the game is symbiotic, and many players consider them an inseparable duo.
HESS made it clear: “The character we show in the end is Alex, the other crucial character in Minecraft. It is Steve and Alex, so we will undoubtedly bring it in the sequel.” Although it has not been confirmed who will give life to the character, fans already speculate with names such as Hailee Steinfeld or Sadie Sink. The truth is that its arrival opens a range of new narrative possibilities that could further expand this world on screen.
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How has a Minecraft movie ‘been at the box office?
With a premiere that has shaken the Box Office structures, ‘A Minecraft movie’ has broken historical records. In his first weekend, the film raised 313.7 million dollars worldwideeven exceeding the brands imposed by titles such as ‘Barbie’ and ‘The Dark Knight’.
In the United States and Canada, the film raised 163 millionwhile in the international market he added 150.7 million additional Thus became the Best premiere for a video game adaptationunseating ‘Super Mario Bros. the film’, and in the greatest global opening of the year, above ‘Captain America: a new world’.
He also broke personal marks for each of its protagonists. It was the greater premiere in the career of Jack Black, and the most successful for Jason Momoa as the main figure. Actress Danielle Brooks and Jennifer Coolidge also exceeded her best previous brands, and Jared HESS lived her best debut as director, well above the 28.3 million she obtained with ‘Nacho Libre’.
In addition, Warner Bros. celebrated its Saturday and Sunday in history with 60 million and 46.3 millionrespectively, and achieved the Strong weekend in industry in 2025with 205 million collected only in the US
This success not only guarantees a sequel, but also marks a before and after in the history of video game adaptations to the cinema. And most importantly: it reaffirms that the secret is to respect the spirit of the original material and work with passion, as Jared HESS has done.
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