Get Ready for a Blockbuster: ‘A Minecraft Movie’ Set to Dominate the Box Office After $7M+ Thursday Previews!

Excitement is building for the upcoming Minecraft Movie, set to hit theaters soon. This follows an impressive surge in presales that has left many in the industry buzzing. As we look at the box office landscape, it’s worth noting that this year, the domestic box office is about 11% lower than last year, making any potential hit even more significant.

Previews for the film are expected to bring in over $7 million, kicking off at 3 PM. Initially, projections for its opening weekend were modest, but they’ve climbed to an impressive estimate of over $75 million. This is especially important as there hasn’t been a major box office success in a while. In fact, only one weekend in 2025 has seen total earnings surpass $100 million, which came during Valentine’s Day weekend with Captain America: Brave New World.

Interestingly, A Minecraft Movie’s preview numbers currently outpace those of all previous Sonic the Hedgehog films. For reference, the first Sonic film garnered $3 million in previews, while Sonic 2 earned $5 million, and Sonic 3 collected $6.5 million. However, it’s still shy of the $10.3 million made by Five Nights at Freddy’s in October 2023, which had a strong performance at the box office.

What makes Minecraft stand out? The game boasts over 300 million copies sold and around 140 million active players each month, appealing to fans across generations. Its popularity mirrors that of Super Mario Bros, which also attracts a broad audience.

On the critical side, the movie currently holds a 51% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Yet, fan-favorite films often perform well regardless of reviews, as seen with Five Nights at Freddy’s, which scored just 32% from critics but received an A- for audience satisfaction.

Overall, as anticipation grows, A Minecraft Movie could be the breath of fresh air the box office needs. With a devoted fanbase and a strong opening forecast, it’s clear that this film is ready to make waves.

If you’re curious about more box office trends, check out this Variety article for deeper insights.

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