‘A Minecraft Movie’ Breaks Box Office Records on Opening Weekend
The film emerged as a leader in a competitive landscape, marking a significant milestone for video game adaptations.
Record-Breaking Opening Weekend
Released on April 4, 2025, A Minecraft Movie stunned box office experts and audiences alike by grossing an astonishing $157 million in its first weekend across domestic markets, according to reports from IGN. This phenomenal figure not only exceeded initial forecasts but also set a new record, surpassing the prior holder The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which earned $146 million during its own opening weekend.
Global Performance
In addition to its domestic success, A Minecraft Movie drew in $144 million internationally, bringing its total global earnings for the opening weekend to over $300 million. Featuring a star-studded cast including Jack Black, Jason Momoa, Emma Myers, and Jennifer Coolidge, the film showcases the appeal of its celebrated source material from the iconic video game.
Comparison to Other Video Game Films
While the opening weekend figures are impressive, A Minecraft Movie still has a way to go to match the overall box office performance of The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which amassed over $574 million in the domestic market. Currently, Sonic the Hedgehog 3 holds the second-place position with earnings exceeding $236 million, making A Minecraft Movie‘s achievement particularly noteworthy.
Industry Analysts Weigh In
As highlighted by CNN, the film’s remarkable opening was termed a “major over-performance” by Paul Dergarabedian, senior media analyst at Comscore. He noted that A Minecraft Movie surpassed the previous top opener of 2025, Disney’s Captain America: Brave New World, which recorded an opening of $88.5 million.
Financial Viability
With production costs estimated at around $150 million, the early financial success of A Minecraft Movie suggests that Warner Bros. has already started to see a return on their investment. The impressive box office performance indicates strong audience interest and potential for sustained revenue in the weeks to come.