A Minecraft Movie Set to Premiere on HBO Max

Don’t throw all your popcorn at the screen, but A Minecraft Movie begins streaming exclusively is set to premiere on HBO Max (which used to be Max, which used to be HBO Max) on June 20. This major studio adaptation of the best-selling video game of all time has generated significant buzz, particularly among those unfamiliar with the game’s extensive audience.

The Landscape of Video Game Adaptations

Movie adaptations of video games can be quite hit or miss. For instance, The Super Mario Bros. Movie set the box office record has emerged as the highest-grossing video game movie of all time, showcasing the potential for success in this genre was a fun, if safe, movie. Conversely, there are notable failures, such as Borderlands, which was a significant letdown and a box-office failure. Given this inconsistent track record, we were pleasantly surprised when A Minecraft Movie turned out to be… pretty good, actually.

Cast and Characters

The movie features Jack Black as Steve, the original player character from the video game, who finds himself transported into the voxel world of Minecraft. Alongside him, Jason Momoa portrays an egomaniacal former gaming superstar, adding a layer of intrigue to the storyline. The film is set to debut on the HBO linear cable channel on Saturday, June 21, at 8 PM ET.

Conclusion

As anticipation builds for the release of A Minecraft Movie, fans of the game and newcomers alike are eager to see how this adaptation will unfold. With a talented cast and a beloved source material, the film aims to capture the essence of the Minecraft experience while appealing to a broader audience.

This article originally appeared on Engadget at Engadget.