Kirsten Dunst Confirms Filming of A Minecraft Movie 2
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- Kirsten Dunst posted a photo of her and Jack Black’s director chairs on set, captioned “It has begun…”, confirming that filming of “A Minecraft Movie 2” has started.
- Jared Hess will return as director for “A Minecraft Movie 2”, co‑writing the script with Chris Galletta, and the film is slated for a July 23 2027 release.
- Warner Bros. reported that the first “A Minecraft Movie” achieved a record‑breaking opening in April 2025, becoming the studio’s third‑largest opening ever.
- Jack Black joined by Jason Momoa, Danielle Brooks, Matt Berry, and Jennifer Coolidge are confirmed to reprise their roles in the sequel, alongside Dunst as Alex.
- Kirsten Dunst previously said her children loved the first film and she aimed to make a sequel “where I don’t lose money”.
Why it matters: Warner Bros. stands to monetize a proven franchise with a July 2027 release, while investors anticipate strong box‑office returns after the first film’s record‑breaking opening; Dunst’s involvement also boosts star power, driving higher ticket sales.
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