Kirsten Dunst Confirms Minecraft Movie Sequel Begins Filming as Alex

Kirsten Dunst has posted the first major set update for the long-awaited sequel to A Minecraft Movie, confirming she will play Alex and that production has begun on the Warner Bros. and Legendary follow-up. The actress shared a photo from the film’s set showing two director chairs labeled “Steve” and “Alex,” with the characters’ names printed in block lettering. Dunst captioned the image, It has begun.

Dunst’s casting as Alex, one of Minecraft’s default playable characters, was previously announced earlier this year. Alex appeared in the first film’s post-credits scene, with her voice credited to Kate McKinnon, and the sequel is expected to bring the character further into the story. Returning to the project are Jack Black as Steve, along with Jason Momoa, Danielle Brooks, Matt Berry, and Jennifer Coolidge. Jared Hess will direct the sequel, based on a screenplay written with Chris Galletta. The film is scheduled to open in theaters on July 23, 2027.

Hess has indicated that the sequel will build on the setup teased at the end of the first movie, when Alex was introduced alongside Steve. In remarks about returning for another installment, Hess said, We had so much fun making this...