Beloved actress Kirsten Dunst is considering a leap into the world of blockbuster game adaptations, revealing her interest in participating in a hypothetical sequel to A Minecraft Movie. The renowned star, whose career spans between critically-acclaimed indie features and mainstream hits, voiced a desire to join projects where profitability is a key consideration. Her candid acknowledgment of wanting to 'make a movie where I don’t lose money' comes after her children expressed their admiration for the original Minecraft film.
Released in April, A Minecraft Movie astonished industry insiders with its staggering box office performance. With Jason Momoa and Emma Myers leading an ensemble cast, alongside a unique portrayal by Jack Black as a crafter, the film amassed $955.1 million globally. Domestically, it led the 2025 earnings chart with $423,949,195, making it the second top-grossing video game-inspired film after the 2023 hit, The Super Mario Bros. Movie. Despite attracting mixed critical reviews, such as The Independent's two-star rating, the film captured audience acclaim, evident in its 85 percent audience score on Rotten Tomatoes.
Family and Future Projects
Kirsten Dunst's potential involvement is largely driven by personal reasons. Her two sons, with fellow actor Jesse Plemons, loved the original movie, enhancing her interest in a sequel. Additionally, she is engaged in several exciting endeavors, including an imaginative mermaid fantasy alongside Anora’s Mikey Madison and a promising collaboration with director Sophia Coppola, adding to her richly diverse portfolio.
While no official announcements about a Minecraft sequel have been made, the original movie's financial success has certainly fueled speculation. Dunst’s openness to joining such a project illustrates an intriguing convergence of artistic and commercial ambitions, reflecting her ongoing evolution as an actress seeking both creative fulfillment and substantial financial returns. The possibility of revisiting the vibrant and expansive universe of Minecraft on screen would likely captivate audiences worldwide, promising a substantial addition to Dunst’s impressive career.
Update: 26 Aug 2025
