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Kirsten Dunst Joins 'A Minecraft Movie' Sequel as Warner Bros. Sets 2027 Date

Creative continuity anchors the follow-up, with Jared Hess returning after the first film’s near–$1 billion run.

Overview

  • Kirsten Dunst has been cast in the untitled sequel, according to Deadline, though her character is being kept under wraps.
  • Some outlets report Dunst will play Alex from the Minecraft games, but the studio and trade reporting have not confirmed the role.
  • Jared Hess will return to direct and co-write the sequel with Chris Galletta, maintaining the team behind the original hit.
  • Jason Momoa, Jack Black, Danielle Brooks, Matt Berry, and Jennifer Coolidge are set to reprise their roles alongside Dunst.
  • Warner Bros. has scheduled the sequel for July 23, 2027, following the first film’s record $163 million domestic opening and worldwide gross approaching $1 billion.