As of its fifth week since release on April 25, Minecraft: The Movie—a live-action adaptation of the globally popular sandbox game originally from Northern Europe—continues its box office momentum in Japan. The film has now grossed over 3.6 billion yen ($27 million) with an audience turnout of 2.76 million, surpassing Wicked: The Untold Story of the Witches of Oz to become the No.1 foreign film release of 2025 in Japan (as of June 1).

Theaters across Japan remain packed, especially with family audiences. The immersive experience of the “Minecraft World” is resonating not only with long-time fans of the game but also with adults unfamiliar with it—sparking a wave of fascination across demographics.

Social media buzz continues to grow with enthusiastic comments such as:

“It’s so good I want to watch it again and again.”

“Perfectly paced—rewatchable over and over.”

“Just saw Minecraft movie for the third time!”

“By the fourth watch, I started catching all the background voices.”

“A definite repeat-worthy movie!”

“Packed with Minecraft references and surprises—even that unexpected character shows up at the end!”

The unique cubic aesthetic and exhilarating narrative have created a legion of repeat viewers.

Worldwide, the film has achieved a record-breaking global box office total of $947 million (approx. ¥135.4 billion), making it the biggest cinematic hit of the year to date, according to Box Office Mojo (exchange rate: $1 = ¥143, as of June 2).

One standout highlight is the insert song “Steve’s Lava Chicken,” performed by Jack Black, which has garnered cult-like popularity. The track has set two Guinness World Records:

“Shortest song ever to chart on the UK Singles Chart”

“Shortest song ever to enter the Billboard Hot 100 in the U.S.”

In Japan, the song’s viral success is evident with:

Over 38 million views on the official TikTok

Over 32 million views on YouTube
Combined, total video views across social platforms have surpassed 80 million, with numbers continuing to climb daily.

Frequently Asked Questions About Minecraft: The Movie Box Office Success

When was Minecraft: The Movie released in Japan?
The film was released on April 25, 2025, across theaters nationwide.

How much has the movie earned in Japan so far?
As of June 1, 2025, Minecraft: The Movie has grossed 3.6 billion yen with an attendance of 2.76 million viewers, becoming the No.1 foreign film released in Japan in 2025.

How much has the movie earned globally?
The global box office has reached $947 million (approx. ¥135.4 billion), making it the biggest global hit of 2025 so far.

Who performs the popular insert song “Steve’s Lava Chicken”?
The song is performed by Jack Black, who also appears in the film. It has gone viral across platforms and holds two Guinness World Records.

Where can I watch “Steve’s Lava Chicken”?
The song is available on YouTube and has garnered over 38 million views on TikTok, with a combined total of over 80 million views across platforms.

Minecraft: The Movie Japanese Trailer

Source : ORICON NEWS