{"id":43912,"date":"2025-05-09T01:07:31","date_gmt":"2025-05-09T05:07:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/?p=43912"},"modified":"2025-05-09T01:07:31","modified_gmt":"2025-05-09T05:07:31","slug":"vids-the-epic-party-continues-at-home-as-a-minecraft-movie-debuts-digitally-on-may-13","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/?p=43912","title":{"rendered":"Vids: The Epic Party Continues at Home as \u201cA Minecraft Movie\u201d Debuts Digitally on May 13."},"content":{"rendered":"<p>From Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary <a href=\"https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/?attachment_id=43909\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-43909\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright  wp-image-43909\" src=\"https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/MinecraftMovie_V_DD_KA_TT_2000x3000_300dpi_EN-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"389\" height=\"584\" srcset=\"https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/MinecraftMovie_V_DD_KA_TT_2000x3000_300dpi_EN-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/MinecraftMovie_V_DD_KA_TT_2000x3000_300dpi_EN-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/MinecraftMovie_V_DD_KA_TT_2000x3000_300dpi_EN-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/MinecraftMovie_V_DD_KA_TT_2000x3000_300dpi_EN-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/MinecraftMovie_V_DD_KA_TT_2000x3000_300dpi_EN-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/MinecraftMovie_V_DD_KA_TT_2000x3000_300dpi_EN-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 389px) 100vw, 389px\" \/><\/a>Pictures and starring Jason Momoa and Jack Black, \u201cA Minecraft Movie,\u201d directed by Jared Hess, is the first-ever big screen, live-action adaptation of Minecraft, the best-selling video game of all time.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cA Minecraft Movie\u201d has taken the box office by storm, earning more than $872 million worldwide and is the largest domestic opening for 2025 and the largest movie based on a video game.<\/p>\n<p>On May 13, A Minecraft Movie will be available Digitally at home on participating digital platforms, including Amazon Prime Video, AppleTV, Fandango at Home, and more.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;On June 24, A Minecraft Movie will be available to own on 4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD from online and physical retailers. A Minecraft Movie will also continue to be available in high definition and standard definition from participating digital retailers.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;The film also stars Emma Myers (\u201cWednesday\u201d), Oscar nominee Danielle Brooks (\u201cThe Color Purple\u201d), Sebastian Eugene Hansen (\u201cJust Mercy, \u201cLisey\u2019s Story\u201d), with Jennifer Coolidge.<\/p>\n<p>Hess directed from a screenplay by Chris Bowman &amp; Hubbel Palmer and Neil Widener &amp; Gavin James and Chris Galletta, story by Allison Schroeder and Chis Bowman &amp; Hubbel Palmer, based on the Minecraft video game. Roy Lee, Jon Berg, Mary Parent, Cale Boyter, Jason Momoa, Jill Messick, Torfi Frans \u00d3lafsson and Vu Bui produced, and Todd Hallowell, Jay Ashenfelter, Kayleen Walters, Brian Mendoza and Jon Spaihts executive produced.<\/p>\n<p>Synopsis<\/p>\n<p>Welcome to the world of Minecraft, where creativity doesn\u2019t just help you craft, it\u2019s essential to one\u2019s survival! Four misfits\u2014Garrett \u201cThe Garbage Man\u201d Garrison (Momoa), Henry (Hansen), Natalie (Myers) and Dawn (Brooks)\u2014find themselves struggling with ordinary problems when they are suddenly pulled through a mysterious portal into the Overworld: a bizarre, cubic wonderland that thrives on imagination. To get back home, they\u2019ll have to master this world (and protect it from evil things like Piglins and Zombies, too) while embarking on a magical quest with an unexpected, expert crafter, Steve (Black). Together, their adventure will challenge all five to be bold and to reconnect with the qualities that make each of them uniquely creative\u2026the very skills they need to thrive back in the real world.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>SPECIAL FEATURES<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>\u201cA Minecraft Movie\u201d Digital, 4K UHD and Blu-ray contain the following special features:&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Building the World of Minecraft: Block Party \u2013 featurette (14:19)<\/li>\n<li>Grant Major\u2019s team brings Minecraft\u2019s Overworld to life with blocky textures, vibrant biomes, and square props. Through practical effects and digital art, they craft a cinematic Minecraft world!<\/li>\n<li>Creepers, Zombies, and Endermen Oh My! \u2013 featurette (13:14)<\/li>\n<li>Explore the unique mobs in A Minecraft Movie, including Creepers, Piglins, and Zombies. The featurette features live action looks and onscreen performances, with expert designers and artists contributing.<\/li>\n<li>A Minecraft Movie: Block Beats \u2013 featurette (9:01)<\/li>\n<li>Music brings A Minecraft Movie to life! Jack Black, Jason Momoa, and Danielle Brooks created fun tunes like \u201cI Feel Alive.\u201d Fans will love behind-the-scenes clips and insights into the film\u2019s music.<\/li>\n<li>A Minecraft Movie: Pixel Pals \u2013 featurette (14:02)<\/li>\n<li>Jack Black and Jason Momoa pour boundless energy into A Minecraft Movie, from Jack\u2019s gaming breaks to Jason\u2019s wardrobe design. Their chemistry and behind-the-scenes fun bring joy to this film!<\/li>\n<li>Marlene + Nitwit \u2013 featurette (5:07)<\/li>\n<li>Marlene and Nitwit\u2019s quirky bond shines in this film! In this piece Nitwit, voiced by Matt Berry, narrates their wild journey, parodying My Name is Earl, with hilarious moments from Jennifer Coolidge.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>BASICS<\/p>\n<p>Premium Digital: May 13<\/p>\n<p>4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD Street Date: June 24<\/p>\n<p>4K Languages: English, Canadian French, Latin Spanish<\/p>\n<p>4K Subtitles: English SDH, Canadian French, Parisian French, Latin Spanish<\/p>\n<p>BD Languages: English, Canadian French, Latin Spanish<\/p>\n<p>BD Subtitles: English SDH, Canadian French, Parisian French, Latin Spanish<\/p>\n<p>DVD Languages: English, Canadian French, Latin Spanish<\/p>\n<p>DVD Subtitles: English SDH, Canadian French, Parisian French, Latin Spanish<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Running Time: 101 minutes<\/p>\n<p>Rating: PG for violence\/action, language, suggestive\/rude humor and some scary images.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>DVD: DLBY\/DGTL<\/p>\n<p>4K UHD and Blu-ray: ATMOS TrueHD, DLBY\/DGTL<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>About the Film<\/p>\n<p>From Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures and starring Jason Momoa and Jack Black, \u201cA Minecraft Movie,\u201d directed by Jared Hess, is the first-ever big screen, live-action adaptation of Minecraft, the best-selling video game of all time.<\/p>\n<p>The film also stars Emma Myers (\u201cWednesday\u201d), Oscar nominee Danielle Brooks (\u201cThe Color Purple\u201d), Sebastian Eugene Hansen (\u201cJust Mercy, \u201cLisey\u2019s Story\u201d), with Jennifer Coolidge.<\/p>\n<p>Welcome to the world of Minecraft, where creativity doesn\u2019t just help you craft, it\u2019s essential to one\u2019s survival! Four misfits\u2014Garrett \u201cThe Garbage Man\u201d Garrison (Momoa), Henry (Hansen), Natalie (Myers) and Dawn (Brooks)\u2014find themselves struggling with ordinary problems when they are suddenly pulled through a mysterious portal into the Overworld: a bizarre, cubic wonderland that thrives on imagination. To get back home, they\u2019ll have to master this world (and protect it from evil things like Piglins and Zombies, too) while embarking on a magical quest with an unexpected, expert crafter, Steve (Black). Together, their adventure will challenge all five to be bold and to reconnect with the qualities that make each of them uniquely creative\u2026the very skills they need to thrive back in the real world.<\/p>\n<p>Oscar nominee Hess (\u201cNinety-Five Senses,\u201d \u201cNacho Libre\u201d) directed, with Roy Lee, Jon Berg, Mary Parent, Cale Boyter, Jason Momoa, Jill Messick, Torfi Frans Olafsson and Vu Bui producing, and Todd Hallowell, Kayleen Walters, Brian Mendoza, Jonathan Spaihts, Pete Chiappetta, Andrew Lary and Anthony Tittanegro executive producing.<\/p>\n<p>The director\u2019s creative team behind the camera includes BAFTA-nominated director of photography Enrique Chediak (\u201c127 Hours,\u201d \u201cTransformers: Rise of the Beasts\u201d), Oscar-winning production designer Grant Major (\u201cThe Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King,\u201d \u201cThe Meg\u201d), editor James Thomas (\u201cPok\u00e9mon: Detective Pikachu\u201d, the \u201cBorat\u201d films), Oscar-winning VFX supervisor Dan Lemmon (\u201cThe Jungle Book,\u201d \u201cThe Batman\u201d), and costume designer Amanda Neale (\u201cThe Meg,\u201d \u201cWhat We Do in the Shadows\u201d). Casting is by Rachel Tenner. The music supervisors are Gabe Hilfer and Karyn Rachtman, and the music is by Mark Mothersbaugh (\u201cThor: Ragnarok,\u201d the \u201cLEGO\u00ae\u201d movies).<\/p>\n<p>Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures Present A Vertigo Entertainment\/On The Roam\/Moj\u00e4ng Aktiebolag Production, A Jared Hess Film, \u201cA Minecraft Movie.\u201d The film is distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures worldwide and by Legendary East in China.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>About Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group<\/p>\n<p>Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group is comprised of Warner Bros. Pictures, New Line Cinema and Warner Bros. Pictures Animation. Warner Bros. partners with the world\u2019s most inspiring storytellers to create extraordinary entertainment on every screen for the global audience. Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group has been at the forefront of the motion picture industry since its inception and continues to be a leading creative force, producing the broadest slate of films for worldwide theatrical release.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>About Legendary Entertainment<\/p>\n<p>Legendary Entertainment is a leading media company with film (Legendary Pictures), television and digital (Legendary Television and Digital Media) and comics (Legendary Comics) divisions dedicated to owning, producing and delivering content to worldwide audiences.&nbsp; Legendary has built a library of marquee media properties and has established itself as a trusted brand which consistently delivers high-quality, commercial entertainment including some of the world\u2019s most popular intellectual property. In aggregate, Legendary Pictures-associated productions have realized grosses of more than $20 billion worldwide at the box office.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>About Warner Bros. Home Entertainment<\/p>\n<p>Warner Bros. Home Entertainment (WBHE) distributes the award-winning movies, television, animation, and digital content produced by Warner Bros. Discovery to the homes and screens of millions through digital transactions on major streaming, video-on-demand cable, satellite, digital, and mobile channels, and through physical Blu-ray Disc\u2122 and DVD retail sales. WBHE is part of Warner Bros. Discovery Content Sales, one of the world\u2019s largest distributors of entertainment programming.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From Warner Bros. 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