The much-anticipated movie ‘Minecraft’ is set to hit theatres in 2025, bringing the iconic video game to life in a fantasy adventure comedy. As per IMDb trivia, this highly anticipated film is shaping up to be a unique collaboration, featuring a star-studded cast and a range of interesting behind-the-scenes facts. Here are four surprising things you might not know about this exciting project.
Minecraft Movie Surprising Facts
Director Change and New Vision for the Film
Originally, the ‘Minecraft’ Movie was to be directed by Shawn Levy, best known for his work on ‘Night at the Museum’ and ‘Stranger Things’. However, as per IMDb trivia, Levy departed from the project due to creative disagreements with the developers of the game. The ‘Minecraft’ developers felt that Levy's vision didn’t align with the game’s essence. As a result, director Jared Hess (‘Napoleon Dynamite’, ‘Nacho Libre’) was brought on board to take over the project in 2022.
Jack Black and Jared Hess Reunite for a Second Collaboration
As per IMDb trivia, ‘Minecraft’ Movie will also mark the second collaboration between actor Jack Black and director Jared Hess. The duo previously worked together on the 2006 film ‘Nacho Libre’, a cult classic. This partnership has generated a lot of buzz, as Black’s comedic timing and Hess's quirky directorial style seem like a perfect match for the light-hearted tone of the Minecraft universe.
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Minecraft Creator’s Surprising Reaction to the Film
In an unexpected turn, ‘Minecraft’ creator Markus Notch Persson expressed his approval of the film, even though he had no involvement in its production. As per IMDb trivia, shortly after the release of the first teaser trailer, Persson made a playful comment, saying, “I probably would've even agreed to Uwe Boll making it.” This humorous remark reflected his laid-back attitude toward the film’s development. Interestingly, Persson also mentioned a concept for a Minecraft movie that was in the works back in 2014, produced by Roy Lee and Jill Sobel Messick. Unfortunately, this early project never came to fruition.
Star-Studded Cast with Unexpected Connections
Another interesting fact, as per IMDb trivia, is the casting connection between ‘Minecraft’ Movie stars Kate McKinnon and Jemaine Clement. The two previously appeared together in DC's ‘League of Super-Pets’ (2022), where Clement voiced Aquaman. The twist here is that Aquaman is portrayed by none other than Jason Momoa, who is starring in the ‘Minecraft Movie’ alongside McKinnon and Clement.
As ‘Minecraft’ prepares for its world premiere on March 30, 2025, followed by its theatrical release on April 4, 2025, these behind-the-scenes facts offer a glimpse into the film's development.
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