- Primary Subject: Kirsten Dunst’s casting in the sequel to A Minecraft Movie.
- Key Update: Kirsten Dunst has officially signed on to join the cast of the upcoming Minecraft sequel.
- Status: Confirmed
- Last Verified: March 20, 2026
- Quick Answer: Kirsten Dunst will play Alex in the Minecraft sequel (2027), joining Jack Black and Jason Momoa after the first film’s massive $960M+ box office success.
Oscar-nominated actress Kirsten Dunst is officially joining the world of Minecraft as she is confirmed to star in the highly anticipated sequel to A Minecraft Movie.
Following the first movie's massive box office success and viral "Chicken Jockey" memes, fans are now looking forward to the follow-up movie, which will expand the world and address some of the cliffhanger teases in the post-credits scenes. Some are also wondering which new characters they will introduce and which other A-list stars they will recruit to join the ensemble.
Who is Kirsten Dunst Playing in A Minecraft Movie Sequel?
Deadline confirmed that Kirsten Dunst is set to play the role of Alex in the untitled sequel to A Minecraft Movie that is currently in the works.
In case you're not familiar with the game, Alex is one of the primary avatars/default skins that players can use when they play, similar to Jack Black's character Steve.
Alex was already teased in the first film's post-credits scene, but only her back was shown, and she was voiced by Kate McKinnon in an uncredited role.
Dunst is joining the returning cast members from the first film, which includes Jason Momoa, Jack Black, Danielle Brooks, Matt Berry, Emma Myers, Sebastian Hansen, and Jennifer Coolidge.
So far, the plot details regarding the sequel are still under wraps. In case you forgot, the first film deals with four misfits who are suddenly pulled through a mysterious portal into a bizarre cubic wonderland that thrives on imagination. To get back home, they'll have to master this world while embarking on a quest with an unexpected expert crafter.
Jared Hess is returning to direct the sequel from a script written with Chris Galletta. Producers include Mary Parent, Cale Boyter, Roy Lee, Eric McLeod, Kayleen Walters, Torfi Frans Ólafsson, Momoa, and the late Jill Messick.
The film is currently slated for release in theaters on July 23, 2027. Production is set to begin this spring.
Kirsten Dunst's History with A Minecraft Movie
Dunst's casting in A Minecraft Movie sequel is a full-circle moment since she has previously expressed interest in starring in the second movie due to the massive paycheck.
In an interview with Town & Country magazine last August 2025, she admitted that she is open to starring in the sequel since her kids are fans of the first movie and the potential bigger amount of money that she would earn.
"Maybe I can just make a movie where I don’t lose money?" she quipped.
Now, it has become a reality, and fans are looking forward to seeing what Dunst has in store for her portrayal of Alex in the movie.
For now, stay tuned for more news and updates regarding the sequel in the coming weeks or months.
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