The mayhem for A Minecraft Movie has yet to die down. Since its earliest inception in 2014, it seemed like the film adaptation was destined for development hell until who knows when. Previously appointed directors like Shawn Levy and Rob McElhenney came and went, and the cast was constantly reshuffled. With constant changes over the past decade, the very idea of A Minecraft Movie actually materializing for the screen sounded too good to be true.
A Minecraft Movie ended up being directed by Jared Hess — the same filmmaker responsible for comedic staples like Napoleon Dynamite and Nacho Libre. It also landed comedic powerhouse Jack Black and the herculean Jason Momoa as the film’s leading duo. What happens next is near-miraculous — despite pessimistic critic consensus, A Minecraft Movie has skyrocketed beyond the film’s wildest expectations.
Some may think it’s luck, but the success of A Minecraft Movie is primarily due to the explosive fan culture fostered around Minecraft itself. Although the film still has yet to fully embrace the trademark kookiness of the video game, audiences are still flocking to watch the movie as it enters another week since its release date. Without further ado, check out the budget breakdown and box office stats for A Minecraft Movie.

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Budget for ‘A Minecraft Movie’ By Department

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A Minecraft Movie has a reported production budget of $150 million. Check out how some of the budget is allocated to the video game adaptation.
Actors

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Although the salaries for A Minecraft Movie aren’t revealed to the public, judging from the lead duo’s previous acting gigs, it’s safe to assume that they’re walking home with more than comfortable paychecks.
With a reported net worth of $40 million, Momoa has long been in the acting game. He’s made waves in Baywatch, played a warlord in Game of Thrones, and returned to the sea once again in Aquaman and Justice League. For his first superhero movie, Momoa reportedly earned $15 million, followed by another $15 million for the sequel. For his role in Apple TV+’s See, Momoa reportedly made $600,000 per episode for Season 2.
Meanwhile, Black has a reported net worth of $50 million. The School of Rock alum reportedly earned $5 million for his supporting role in Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, followed by $3 million for the 2019 sequel.

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At the moment, the promotional costs for A Minecraft Movie have not been disclosed to the public. But as part of the production’s effort to get the word out and aloud, A Minecraft Movie has collaborated with the biggest names in retail. Not only do these efforts resonate with the kooky, childlike spirit of the game, but these activations also align with the primarily young audience predicted to watch the film.
McDonald’s

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Nothing screams childlike wonder more than a McDonald’s Happy Meal. A Minecraft Movie may be rated PG, but even before it was adapted into a film, the video game has attracted a strong following filled with fans as young as children to grown-up adults. There’s no better way to unite different age groups than a classic McDonald’s meal. It’s not just a fast food staple — it’s a symbol of nostalgia.
Together with the fast food chain, the film introduced A Minecraft Movie Meal and A Minecraft Movie Happy Meal. A Minecraft Movie Meal features your choice of a Big Mac® or 10-pc. Chicken McNuggets® plus medium fries, a drink, and a limited-edition collectible. On top of that, those who love the 10-pc. Chicken McNuggets Meals can turn up the heat with their Nether Flame Sauce. Inspired by the Nether, this hot sauce consists of crushed red pepper, cayenne, and hints of garlic and sweetness.
Popcorn Buckets

In the spirit of A Minecraft Movie, cinema giants Regal and Cinemark launched their one-of-a-kind popcorn buckets, offering five buckets to choose from (and even collect!). Those watching the movie at Cinemark can get a TNT Popcorn bucket for $25 as a combo with a large drink. The reason why it’s called a TNT Popcorn Tub is that it looks like the square TNT item from the video game. On top of that, Cinemark’s upping their meal game with a Chicken Jockey Popcorn & Drink vessel, which also goes for $25. But audiences who wish to opt for something cheaper can get a regular popcorn tin for $15, featuring the main cast wrapped around the bucket.
Meanwhile, at Regal, there are two buckets moviegoers can choose from. The first is a pink sheep-shaped bucket with a lid, while the other is a regular tin bucket with a creeper face wrapped around it. As for their drinks, fans also have the option of getting the combo with a Minecraft Movie-themed cup or a collectible Creeper-shaped drink cup.
CCXP’s Movie Display

The world of Minecraft comes to life at CCXP Brazil at the São Paulo Expo Convention Center. The annual fan event is a homage to all things film, television, comics, and video games. Whether it’s tuning in to panels or participating in photo-ops, one booth Minecraft fans wouldn’t want to miss is the crafted section dedicated to A Minecraft Movie, all built from scratch with the game’s trademark building blocks and decorated with both friendly and dangerous mobs.
The Minecraft movie display features a familiar wood-and-stone house surrounded by detailed versions of iconic mobs like zombies, skeletons, and creepers. Fans can explore blocks, mobs, and settings from the game, including ores, crafting tables, animals, and a creepy cave.
How Much Does ‘A Minecraft Movie’ Need To Make at the Box Office To Break Even?

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As a general rule of thumb, a film would have to generate at least 2 – 2.5 times its original production budget. With a reported budget of $150 million, A Minecraft Movie would have to earn a minimum of $300 – $375 million to be in a financially comfortable spot.
How Is ‘A Minecraft Movie’ Doing at the Box Office?

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Despite the lackluster reviews, A Minecraft Movie is surprisingly building its way into box office legend. Since its release, the film has dominated the charts daily and has officially passed the $564 million global mark, surpassing 1990s blockbusters like Armageddon, Mission: Impossible 2, and The Day After Tomorrow. These milestones also show a shift in what today’s audience prefers when going to the theaters: pixelated adventures, video game nostalgia, and just some sheer fun.
Domestically, the movie smashed opening records with a $163 million debut. It held the top spot at the box office through its second week and is now closing in on $300 million domestically. A Minecraft Movie is now positively on track to cross the $600 million feat. It’s already become the second-highest-grossing film of 2025, just behind Ne Zha 2 and ahead of Detective Chinatown 1900. Though it would need a massive leap to reach Ne Zha 2’s $2.1 billion, Minecraft is now eyeing a spot on the all-time highest-grossing list, next aiming to top Despicable Me 3’s $1.034 billion.
As for its stars, Momoa has now crossed the $5 billion mark in total career box office revenue, with Minecraft becoming his fifth-highest-grossing film, overtaking Aquaman and The Lost Kingdom, and soon to pass Justice League. For Black, Minecraft is now his sixth-biggest hit, outpacing King Kong and multiple Kung Fu Panda films. The film might possibly pass the first Kung Fu Panda’s $632 million haul.
How Does ‘A Minecraft Movie’ Compare to Other Video Game Adaptations?

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A Minecraft Movie is reaching for box office gold, quickly becoming one of the most successful video game adaptations of all time. After a massive $163 million domestic debut — beating The Super Mario Bros. Movie ($146.3 million) and even Barbie ($162 million) — it held strong with another $80 million in its second weekend. In just ten days, it surpassed Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and Sonic the Hedgehog 3, claiming the #2 spot on the all-time video game adaptation list, right behind the reigning champion The Super Mario Bros. Movie ($1.3 billion worldwide).
With currently $564 million, the box-office film has also out-earned Captain America: Brave New World’s entire box office run — domestically and globally. Minecraft is not only the top-grossing Hollywood film of the year so far, but it’s also become a major turning point for Warner Bros., which has suffered a rocky start to the year with underperformers like Mickey 17 ($121 million global box office) and The Alto Knights ($9.6 million global box office). Despite a mediocre 47% Rotten Tomatoes score, the film’s stan-driven audience has proved that Internet fan culture is key to the video game adaptation’s success, much more so than the words of a critic.
As the success of A Minecraft Movie continues to rise, Warner Bros. is already fast-tracking a sequel, possibly reuniting director Hess and stars Black and Momoa. Studio heads confirmed the follow-up is “imminent.” A Minecraft Movie might have started off as the kooky underdog, but thanks to its massive cult-like following (and the infamous Chicken Jockey that’s got everyone riled up in theaters), these pixelated beings are here to stake their claim in Hollywood.

Minecraft

Release Date

April 4, 2025

Director

Jared Hess

Writers

Markus Persson, Allison Schroeder, Peter Sollett

Franchise(s)

Minecraft