Minecraft topples Mario with historic box office weekend
Briefly

A Minecraft Movie had an outstanding domestic box office opening, bringing in $157 million and surpassing previous records held by Disney's Captain America: Brave New World. This makes it the most successful opening of 2025, doubling analysts' predictions. The film’s release is historically significant for video game adaptations, outpacing hits like the Super Mario Bros. Movie. Its success is also driven by enhanced audience engagement, especially among Gen Alpha, who created interactive viewing experiences, shared widely on social media platforms.
A Minecraft Movie has set a new box office record for opening weekend in 2025, surpassing Disney's Captain America by earning $157 million domestically.
The film's success can be attributed to its wide appeal, amassing a viewership of Gen Alpha who often create an interactive movie experience.
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