Jack Black, Jason Momoa and Sebastian Hansen in “A Minecraft Movie.”
Warner Bros. Pictures
The Jack Black and Jason Momoa blockbuster A Minecraft Movie is new on digital streaming with bonus features this week.
Rated PG, A Minecraft Movie opened in theaters on April 4. An adaptation of iconic video game Minecraft from Mojang Studios, the summary for A Minecraft Movie reads, “Welcome to the world of Minecraft, where creativity doesn’t just help you craft, it’s essential to one’s survival! Four misfits — Garrett “The Garbage Man” Garrison (Jason Momoa), Henry (Sebastian Hansen), Natalie (Emma Myers) and Dawn (Danielle Brooks) — find 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’ll 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…the very skills they need to thrive back in the real world.”
Directed by Napoleon Dynamite filmmaker Jared Hess, A Minecraft Movie also stars Jennifer Coolidge and the voices of Hess, Rachel House, Jemaine Clement, Bret McKenzie and Matt Berry.
Per Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment, A Minecraft Movie will arrive on digital streaming via premium video on demand on Tuesday, May 13. The film will be available for digital purchase for $24.99. Since digital rental prices are typically $5 less than purchase prices, viewers can expect to rent A Minecraft Movie for $19.99 for 48 hours.
A Minecraft Movie will be available on a variety of digital outlets, including AppleTV, Fandango at Home and Prime Video.
A Minecraft Movie is the highest-grossing movie domestically and worldwide to date. Heading into the weekend, the film has earned $401 million domestically and $476.4 million internationally for a worldwide box office tally of $877.4 million against a $150 million budget before prints and advertising costs, per The Numbers.
In addition to the film’s box office success, A Minecraft Movie also spawned the “Chicken Jockey” craze in theaters, which sometimes got out of hand.
The Digital Streaming Release Of ‘A Minecraft Movie’ Includes 5 Bonus Featurettes
In addition to the film, consumers who purchase A Minecraft Movie on digital streaming will have access to five bonus featurettes. Per a press release from Warner Bros. Discovery, the featurettes are:
Building the World of Minecraft: Block Party — Production designer Grant Major’s team brings Minecraft’s Overworld to life with blocky textures, vibrant biomes, and square props. Through practical effects and digital art, they craft a cinematic Minecraft world!
Creepers, Zombies, and Endermen Oh My! — 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.
Minecraft Movie: Block Beats — Music brings A Minecraft Movie to life! Jack Black, Jason Momoa, and Danielle Brooks created fun tunes like “I Feel Alive.” Fans will love behind-the-scenes clips and insights into the film’s music.
A Minecraft Movie: Pixel Pals – Jack Black and Jason Momoa pour boundless energy into A Minecraft Movie, from Jack’s gaming breaks to Jason’s wardrobe design. Their chemistry and behind-the-scenes fun bring joy to this film!
Marlene + Nitwit — Marlene and Nitwit’s 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.
A Minecraft Movie arrives on PVOD on Tuesday.
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