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Kirsten Dunst Joins Minecraft Sequel as Alex With July 2027 Release Set

The sequel brings back the creative team following the first film’s near-$1 billion box office.

Overview

  • Kirsten Dunst announced on March 19 that she will play Alex in the untitled follow-up, confirming the widely reported casting.
  • Jared Hess returns to direct and co-write the sequel with Chris Galletta for Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary.
  • Jason Momoa, Jack Black, Danielle Brooks, Matt Berry and Jennifer Coolidge are set to reprise their roles from the 2025 hit.
  • Warner Bros. has dated the sequel for July 23, 2027, while plot specifics and character details remain under wraps.
  • Trade reports and cast comments suggest filming could begin in late April or May, though the studio has not confirmed a start date.