**Minecraft Movie Breaks Box Office Records Despite Mixed Critic Reviews**

The film's surprising success at the box office raises questions about its appeal amidst critical backlash.

The much-anticipated Minecraft Movie has made a remarkable entrance at the box office, earning an estimated $300 million (£233 million) globally during its opening weekend. This impressive feat comes after a series of delays, with the film finally premiering on Friday. Featuring a lineup of A-list stars such as Jason Momoa, Jack Black, and Jennifer Coolidge, the film's earnings have comfortably outpaced its budget of $150 million. According to market analytics firm EntTelligence, approximately half of the film's total revenue came from North American audiences.

Despite the film's box office success, the critical reception has been far from warm. The Telegraph rated it just two stars, critiquing that the film lacked the charm inherent in the original game, while the Guardian described it as having a “cobbled-together feel,” awarding it only a single star. Nevertheless, this seems to have little impact on viewers' enthusiasm, as families flocked to theaters. "It has definitely overperformed all industry projections," commented Steve Buck, chief strategy officer at EntTelligence, noting a significant surge in ticket sales as the weekend progressed. He added that the film resonated well across various demographics, with about 25% of attendees being under the age of 13 and more than half identifying as male. Buck emphasized, "When dads like a family film, that's a good thing."

Holding the record for the largest domestic opening of 2025, as well as being the biggest for Warner Bros since 2023, the movie builds on the immense popularity of Minecraft, a game that has sold over 300 million copies globally, according to Statista. The storyline follows four misfits who are unexpectedly transported through a mysterious portal into the Overworld, the initial world where all players begin their Minecraft adventures.

In light of the mixed history of video game adaptations, the successful opening of the Minecraft Movie is a notable exception, joining the ranks of previous successes including Sonic and The Super Mario Bros Movie. Ahead of the release, Jack Black expressed the significance of making a film that resonates with fans, acknowledging the immense passion that the game has garnered over the years across multiple generations.