Jason Momoa Reveals Start Date for Minecraft Movie 2 Production
Jason Momoa, the actor known for his roles in Aquaman and Game of Thrones, has announced that production on the highly anticipated Minecraft Movie 2 will begin in April. Momoa, who plays the character Garrett Garrison, also known as “The Garbage Man,” made the revelation while promoting his upcoming film The Wrecking Crew on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.
Momoa expressed his enthusiasm for the project, stating that the script for the sequel is “even better” than the first film. He also mentioned that he was “perplexed” by the script for the first Minecraft movie, but the new script had him “laughing out loud.” The actor’s positive comments suggest that the sequel is shaping up to be an exciting and entertaining film.
Minecraft Movie 2 Release Date and Cast
The first Minecraft movie, which was released in April 2025, was a commercial success, grossing $958 million worldwide despite receiving a 48% score on Rotten Tomatoes. The film’s success led to the quick development of a sequel, with a release date set for July 23, 2027. While the official cast list for the sequel has not been announced, it is widely expected that Jason Momoa and other actors from the first film, including Jack Black and Emma Myers, will return for the second installment.
The Minecraft movie franchise is based on the popular video game of the same name, which has become a cultural phenomenon since its release in 2011. The game’s unique gameplay and creative freedom have made it a favorite among players of all ages, and the film adaptation has brought the game’s world and characters to life in a new and exciting way.
Chicken Jockey in A Minecraft Movie
Production Team and Release Details
A Minecraft Movie 2 will be directed by Jared Hess, who also directed the first film, and will be produced by a team including Momoa, Mary Parent, Cale Boyter, Roy Lee, Eric McLeod, Kaylee Walters, and Torfi Frans lafsson. The film is set to be released in theaters on July 23, 2027, and will likely be a highly anticipated event for fans of the game and the first film.
In the meantime, fans of Jason Momoa can catch him in his upcoming film The Wrecking Crew, which will be released on Prime Video on January 28. With the production of Minecraft Movie 2 set to begin soon, fans can expect more updates and announcements about the film in the coming months.
