Overview

• Directed by Jared Hess and starring Jack Black and Jason Momoa, the film follows four humans transported to Minecraft's Overworld, where they must adapt to return home.
• The movie's development spanned over a decade, with multiple abandoned iterations before production began in 2023 and concluded in 2024.
• Early reactions praise the humor and creativity, likening it to Hess's earlier works like 'Napoleon Dynamite,' but criticize the script, visuals, and character development.
• Jack Black immersed himself in the Minecraft universe, spending over 100 hours playing the game to prepare for his role as Steve, while Momoa tackles his first comedic performance.
• Projected to earn at least $60 million in its opening weekend, the film aims to capitalize on the success of recent video game adaptations like 'The Super Mario Bros. Movie.'