A Minecraft Movie Squared reveals Kirsten Dunst as Alex and teases a possible Herobrine role

A Minecraft Movie Squared has been officially revealed, and the sequel is bringing a major new character into the live action Minecraft world. Kirsten Dunst will play Alex, the female counterpart to Steve, when the movie arrives on July 23, 2027.

The reveal came during Minecraft Live, where Mojang showed the first look at the sequel and confirmed more details about what fans can expect. The first Minecraft movie became a major box office success, especially with younger audiences, so a follow up was always likely. Now the sequel has a title, a release date, and at least one major new cast member.

Dunst is best known to many viewers for playing Mary Jane Watson in Sam Raimi’s Spider Man trilogy, and her casting as Alex gives the sequel another familiar face. Alex is one of Minecraft’s most recognizable player characters, so adding her to the story makes sense if the movie wants to explore more of the game’s world beyond Steve.

The reveal also teased another interesting casting mystery. Matt Berry is set to appear in the movie, though his role has not been confirmed. His outfit in the footage has led some fans to speculate that he could be playing Herobrine, one of Minecraft’s oldest and most famous fan legends. Herobrine is a ghost like figure that players once claimed appeared in their worlds, with the myth dating back to 2010.

The Herobrine theory is not confirmed, but it is already one of the more interesting parts of the reveal. Minecraft has always had a large community built around myths, mods, fan stories, and online legends. Bringing Herobrine into the movie, even in a small role, would be a direct nod to longtime players who grew up with those rumors.

The sequel will also include a community build challenge tied to the film. Players are being asked to create builds, with finalists selected before a community vote decides the winner. A special cape will also be available, and the winning build could appear in the movie itself. That gives fans a way to take part in the sequel rather than only watch it from the outside.

Mojang also says the movie will feature new biomes, characters, and mobs. The details are still limited, but the goal appears to be a larger look at the Minecraft world. Since the first movie focused on introducing the setting and core characters, the sequel has room to go deeper into the game’s broader ideas.

The title, A Minecraft Movie Squared, is playful, but it also suggests the sequel may try to feel bigger than the first film. More characters, more locations, and more recognizable Minecraft elements could help it appeal to both younger viewers and longtime fans.

There is still a long wait before release, and the first look leaves several questions unanswered. Matt Berry’s role, the plot, the new mobs, and the full cast are still unclear. But with Alex now confirmed and Herobrine speculation already spreading, A Minecraft Movie Squared has started its marketing cycle with plenty for fans to discuss.

The first movie proved that Minecraft can work as a family blockbuster. The sequel now has to show that it can build on that success without relying only on the brand name. If it uses Alex well, respects the game’s community history, and brings more of Minecraft’s strange charm to the screen, A Minecraft Movie Squared could become more than a simple follow up.