Minecraft Movie Surges Past $550 Million at Global Box Office
Updated figures reveal that A Minecraft Movie has successfully crossed the $550.6 million mark at the global box office, with $269.6 million generated from international markets. This momentum highlights the film’s strong appeal, particularly amidst a complex geopolitical landscape.
Box Office Performance and Global Reach
In its second weekend, the film, produced by Warner Bros and Legendary, recorded an additional $79.6 million across 76 international territories, marking a 42% decline in earnings compared to the previous week, excluding the Chinese market. Notably, it remains a top contender in China, finishing first on both Saturday and Sunday, further indicating its robust performance.
Comparison with Competitors
The success of A Minecraft Movie is evident as it outpaces several recent titles in like-for-like markets at current exchange rates:
- Sonic the Hedgehog 2: +229%
- Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse: +76%
- Sonic 3: +75%
- Pokemon: Detective Pikachu: +71%
- Kung Fu Panda 4: +61%
- Jumanji: The Next Level: +40%
Top International Markets
The film’s highest-grossing markets thus far include:
- United Kingdom: $39.8 million
- China: $20.3 million
- Germany: $18.9 million
- Mexico: $18.7 million
- Australia: $18.5 million
Additionally, the film’s IMAX gross stands at $26.6 million globally, which includes $9.6 million from international markets.
Upcoming Releases and Future Prospects
With school holidays commencing in many regions and extending through Easter, midweek ticket sales are expected to benefit significantly. Furthermore, key markets like Japan and South Korea will see their releases by the end of the month, which could bolster the film’s overall performance.
New Releases: The Amateur
On the competition front, The Amateur, a 20th Century/Disney film starring Rami Malek, debuted with $32.2 million globally, including $17.2 million from 52 international markets. It secured the second spot in most overseas markets, trailing behind A Minecraft Movie. This spy thriller found a particularly warm reception in Europe and Latin America, with an IMAX total of $2.4 million worldwide.
International Highlights for The Amateur
Directed by James Hawes, The Amateur opened strongly in major European countries, performing well in:
- France: $1.6 million
- United Kingdom: $1.4 million
- Germany: $1.1 million
- Japan: $1.1 million
Debuting at No. 1 in Japan and achieving good standings in several other Asia-Pacific markets, this film is poised for a longer play given its appeal to adult audiences, who typically do not rush to theaters during opening weekend.
Regional Breakdown of Minecraft’s Performance
A Minecraft Movie also debuted in Indonesia this past weekend, earning $1.3 million—comparable to earlier Sonic titles and reflecting strong family appeal as the film maintained a solid performance across all markets. For example:
- Europe experienced a 41% decline from its opening weekend, which is within expected ranges.
- In Latin America, the film boasts a 69% share of the top five films while holding firmly at No. 1 across all markets.
- The Asia-Pacific average drop was recorded at only 37%. In China, it is currently the highest-grossing import of 2025.
Recent Updates and Notable Performances
Additional box office highlights include:
- A Working Man (AMZ/WB/BB): $5.4 million this weekend; $45.5 million internationally, and $79 million globally.
- Snow White (DIS): $4.7 million this weekend; $99.7 million internationally, and $181.6 million globally.
- Dog Man (UNI): $2 million this weekend; $39.1 million internationally, and $137 million globally.