Warner Bros.' A Minecraft Movie has soared past the $500 million mark at the worldwide box office, continuing to captivate audiences and inching closer to the coveted $1 billion milestone. Directed by Jared Hess and starring Jack Black, the film has accumulated a staggering $278,864,857 domestically and $273,800,000 internationally, resulting in a global total of $552,664,857 (via Box Office Mojo).
The anticipation and performance of A Minecraft Movie were shrouded in mystery until its trailers sparked widespread interest, particularly with lines delivered by Jack Black as Steve, such as “I... am Steve,” “Flint and Steel,” and “Chicken Jockey.” These quotes have taken social media by storm, contributing to the film's viral success. Despite receiving mixed reviews, with a score of 6/10 from critics, its meme-worthy status has undoubtedly propelled its box office performance.
The film's theatrical run has been nothing short of phenomenal. From its opening weekend, A Minecraft Movie has transformed viewers into fervent fans, leading to chaotic yet thrilling theater experiences. The internet is now buzzing with clips of explosive audience reactions, from cheering and throwing popcorn to one fan even bringing a real-life chicken to the screening. The fervor surrounding the adaptation of Mojang’s beloved video game has escalated to such a level that Jack Black himself stepped in to assist with theater preparations.
With its latest box office figures, A Minecraft Movie has surpassed other notable video game adaptations like Sonic the Hedgehog 3, Pokémon Detective Pikachu, and Uncharted, and it shows no signs of slowing down. The only film it has yet to overtake is Nintendo and Illumination's The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which concluded its run with a monumental worldwide total of over $1.36 billion (via Box Office Mojo).While A Minecraft Movie still has a long journey before it can challenge the record set by the 2023 release of The Super Mario Bros. Movie, it has already surpassed its opening weekend figures. If this momentum persists, it won't be long before A Minecraft Movie claims the top spot among video game movie adaptations.
