Jack Black and Jason Momoa’s Minecraft Makes History with Third-Biggest Second Tuesday Haul in April

Minecraft continues to break records at the box office, securing USD 7.5 million in the US on its second Tuesday in theaters, marking the third-biggest second Tuesday for April releases. The PG-rated fantasy adventure, directed by Jared Hess, has been riding the wave of spring holiday momentum, benefiting from strong family attendance and positive word of mouth. With a modest 40.6 percent drop from the previous Tuesday, the film’s consistent performance highlights its broad appeal and the staying power of its fanbase.

With this latest figure, A Minecraft Movie’s domestic total now stands at an impressive USD 291.3 million, positioning it on track to cross the coveted USD 300 million mark by the end of the weekend. This milestone places the film in the ranks of major 2025 releases that have hit this target early in their theatrical runs.

Starring Jason Momoa and Jack Black, the film is an adaptation of Mojang Studios’ globally beloved 2011 sandbox game. Momoa voices a rugged hero leading a group of misfits on a quest through the pixelated world of Minecraft, while Black portrays Steve, the master crafter, guiding them on their adventure. The voice cast also includes Danielle Brooks, Emma Myers, and Sebastian Hansen. With its blend of action, humor, and family-friendly charm, the film has garnered widespread appeal among audiences of all ages.

Here’s a look at the top 5 biggest second Tuesday box office hauls for April films:

1. Avengers: Endgame – USD 12.5M (-66.2%)

2. Avengers: Infinity War – USD 10.7M (-54.4%)

3. A Minecraft Movie – USD 7.5M (-40.6%)

4. The Super Mario Bros. Movie – USD 7.4M (-52.1%)

5. The Jungle Book – USD 5.6M (-34.6%)

The film’s minimal drop week-over-week signals strong word of mouth, with families and long-time fans of the game consistently showing up. Projections for Minecraft now suggest a domestic finish between USD 440 million and USD 470 million, positioning it as a major success in the competitive box office landscape.

On the global stage, A Minecraft Movie has already grossed USD 567 million, far surpassing its USD 150 million production budget. It now ranks as the second-highest-grossing video game adaptation of all time, trailing only the USD 1 billion grosser The Super Mario Bros. Movie. With a sequel already in development, the Minecraft franchise appears well-positioned to continue its dominance in the cinematic world.

This weekend, Minecraft will face competition from Sinners for the top spot at the box office, with both films forecasted to pull in USD 40 million and upwards. As the weekend approaches, all eyes will be on whether the block-building adventure can continue its winning streak at the box office.