Minecraft Movie Nears $1 Billion, Surpasses $500 Million Amid Meme Craze

Warner Bros.' A Minecraft Movie has triumphantly crossed the $500 million mark at the global box office. Directed by Jared Hess and starring Jack Black, this video game adaptation continues to dominate theaters with its impressive earnings. After its second electrifying weekend, the film's domestic total has reached $278,864,857, and with international earnings at $273,800,000, its worldwide total now stands at an astounding $552,664,857, according to Box Office Mojo.

Prior to its release, the performance of A Minecraft Movie was shrouded in uncertainty. However, fans quickly embraced certain memorable lines from the trailers, particularly those delivered by Jack Black's character, Steve. Phrases like “I... am Steve,” “Flint and Steel,” and “Chicken Jockey” spread across social media, contributing to the film's viral status. Despite a lukewarm critical reception, with our review scoring it a 6/10, the movie's meme-worthiness has propelled it to box office success.

The film's theatrical run has been nothing short of a phenomenon. From the opening weekend, audiences have transformed into fervent fans, leading to a frenzy in cinemas. Videos circulating online showcase theaters filled with explosive reactions, from audiences screaming to throwing popcorn in the air. In a unique instance, a fan even brought a real-life chicken to a screening, reflecting the wild enthusiasm for Mojang's iconic video game. The excitement was so intense that Jack Black himself stepped in to help one theater manage the chaos.

With its latest box office figures, A Minecraft Movie has now surpassed other notable video game adaptations, including Sonic the Hedgehog 3, Pokémon Detective Pikachu, and Uncharted. The only film it has yet to overtake is The Super Mario Bros. Movie by Nintendo and Illumination, which concluded its run with a staggering worldwide total of over $1.36 billion, as reported by Box Office Mojo. Although A Minecraft Movie still has a significant gap to close to surpass the Mario film, it has already exceeded its opening weekend numbers. If the current momentum holds, it won't be long before Minecraft claims the top spot among video game movie adaptations.