Minecraft the film stunned box offices globally, yet critics were less impressed. A sequel is in the works, promising more adventure in the blocky world.
Minecraft film's box office success
The film adaptation of Minecraft, released in April 2025, earned nearly 961 million dollars globally, making it one of the year's biggest hits. It became the most viewed film in Germany and later reached the top of Netflix's most-watched list in the country after its release on the platform.Minecraft film's availability in France
While Minecraft is not currently available on the French streaming service Tudum, French viewers can watch it through video-on-demand on Prime Video. The film, starring Jason Momoa and Jack Black, follows four characters who enter a cube-based world and must learn to survive and return home.Minecraft film's critical reception
Despite its commercial success, Minecraft received poor critical reviews. On AlloCiné, it has a viewer rating of 1.8 out of 5, with over 3,500 reviews. However, it still attracted more than 2.7 million viewers in French theaters.Plans for a sequel
Warner Bros. has already announced a sequel, provisionally titled A Minecraft Movie: Squared, which will be directed by Jared Hess. Jack Black and Jason Momoa are expected to return, with Kirsten Dunst joining as Alex, a character from the game. The Ender Dragon, a well-known creature in Minecraft, will also appear in the sequel.Release date and availability
Minecraft 2 is set to be released in French cinemas on July 21, 2027. In the meantime, the first film is available on video-on-demand in France, including on Prime Video.
