Minecraft Movie: Everything We Know
The highly anticipated Minecraft movie has been in development for years, and fans of the beloved video game are eager to learn more about its progress. In this article, we’ll dive into everything we know about the movie, from its early beginnings to its current status.
Early Development
The idea of a Minecraft movie was first announced in 2014, with Warner Bros. Pictures and Mojang, the indie game studio behind Minecraft, partnering up to bring the game to the big screen. The project was initially set to be a live-action/CGI hybrid film, with Simon Phillipps, the writer behind the “Tomorrowland” franchise, on board to pen the script.
New Direction
In 2019, Mojang was acquired by Microsoft, which led to a change in direction for the movie. The project shifted to an animated film, with Peter Sollett, the director behind “Raising Victor Vargas” and “Wimbledon,” set to helm the project.
Voice Cast
The Minecraft movie boasts an impressive voice cast, including:
- Katie Silverman as Stevie, a young girl who gets trapped in the game
- Patton Oswalt as Gabriel, a fellow player who helps Stevie navigate the world
- Eric Robsen as Rald, a mysterious figure with a hidden agenda
- Jason Mantzoukas as Magnus, a skilled player who becomes Stevie’s ally
Storyline
The movie takes place in a world where Minecraft has become a reality, and players can enter the game to fight against the forces of darkness. Stevie, a child who loves playing Minecraft, gets sucked into the game and finds herself trapped in a world of blocky terrain and pixelated creatures. With the help of Gabriel and Magnus, Stevie must navigate the treacherous world to make it back to the real world before it’s too late.
Release Date
The Minecraft movie is set to hit theaters in 2023, although an exact release date has not been announced. Fans of the game can expect a fun, action-packed adventure that brings the beloved game to life in a new and exciting way.
Teaser Trailer
In August 2022, Warner Bros. released a teaser trailer for the movie, giving fans their first glimpse at the film. The trailer showcased the game’s iconic blocky graphics, as well as the voice cast in action. You can watch the trailer below:
Conclusion
The Minecraft movie has been a long time coming, but fans of the game are finally going to get their chance to see their beloved characters and world on the big screen. With a talented voice cast and a unique storyline, this movie has the potential to bring a new level of excitement and adventure to Minecraft fans of all ages. Stay tuned for more updates as they become available!
