The Minecraft Movie Should Have Failed But...

A Minecraft Movie was on the brink of failure, with one of the most disliked trailers in YouTube history, the internet in an uproar over the casting of Jack Black, and a controversial animation style that completely upset core fans of the game.

But thanks to one joke that turned into a viral meme, the film was saved. “Chicken Jockey” got people to go to the theatres, throw popcorn, and helped A Minecraft Movie to become one of the top grossing films of the decade, earning nearly a billion dollars globally.

Join us as we explore the movie’s creation through interviews with director Jared Hess and star Jason Momoa. See why quotes like “I am Steve” and “Flint and Steel” helped save the film. With the help of Notch, Jeb, and YouTuber Mumbo Jumbo, the film was able to be true to the game. Steve Carrell was almost chosen for the role of Minecraft Steve, as was actor Matt Berry.

Chapters

0:00 Intro

0:29 The Minecraft Movie

2:38 Jason Mamoa

4:07 The Writers Strike

5:00 Jack Black

6:56 The backlash

9:17 The second trailer