Jack Black and Jason Momoa Clash with Piglins in First ‘Minecraft Movie’ Trailer

Set to The Beatles’ “Magical Mystery Tour,” the trailer showcases the vibrant and colorful world of Minecraft with stunning visuals. Warner Bros. unveiled the first look at “A Minecraft Movie” on Wednesday, offering fans an exciting glimpse into the blocky video game universe. Directed by Jared Hess, this fantasy adventure film is scheduled for a theatrical release on April 4, 2025. In the one-minute and twenty-second teaser, Jack Black and Jason Momoa encounter the menacing Piglins.

The initial trailer for “A Minecraft Movie” was revealed on Wednesday (YouTube), and it brings to life the dynamic world of Minecraft. The trailer is set to the iconic tune of “Magical Mystery Tour” by The Beatles and showcases the distinctive building blocks, monsters, and villains that the game is known for. “Anything you can imagine here, you can create,” says the “School of Rock” star in the trailer before introducing himself to a band of outcasts with the declaration, “I’m Steve.”

Who stars in ‘A Minecraft Movie’? In addition to Black and the “Aquaman” star, the main cast features Emma Myers (“Wednesday”) as Natalie, Danielle Brooks (“The Color Purple”) as Dawn, and Sebastian Eugene Hansen (“Just Mercy”) as Henry. The film also includes appearances by Jennifer Coolidge (“Legally Blonde”), Kate McKinnon (“Barbie”), and Jemaine Clement (“Men in Black 3”).

What is ‘A Minecraft Movie’ about? According to People, the synopsis of “A Minecraft Movie” reads, “Four outcasts — Garrett ‘The Garbage Man’ Garrison, Henry (Hansen), Natalie (Myers), and Dawn (Brooks) — are dealing with everyday challenges when they are suddenly transported through a mysterious portal into the Overworld: a strange, cubic realm powered by imagination. To return home, they must navigate this world (and defend it from threats like Piglins and Zombies) while embarking on a magical quest with an unexpected expert crafter, Steve (Black). Throughout their journey, the adventure will push all five to be brave and to rediscover the unique qualities that make them creative individuals … the very skills they need to succeed back in the real world.”