The 'Minecraft' movie was a box office hit and surpassed 'Super Mario' on its opening.

A Minecraft Movie arrived in theaters with a bang and dethroned Super Mario Bros. as the most successful gamer adaptation in its debut.

With a stellar cast and a loyal fandom, the film based on Mojang's game has already grossed over 300 million dollars in its first weekend.

Absolute box office record

Directed by Jared Hess and starring Jack Black, A Minecraft Movie achieved what seemed impossible: surpassing the launch of Super Mario Bros.: The Movie.

On its very first day, the film grossed 57 million dollars in the United States. By the end of the weekend, the domestic total had risen to 157 million.

Global numbers confirm the phenomenon

Internationally, the movie added another 144 million dollars, bringing the global box office to a total of 301 million.

With that performance, it has already surpassed the total box office of the first Sonic movie, just with the earnings in the United States.

What is the Minecraft movie about?

The story follows four misfits who are transported to the Overworld, a cubic world where imagination reigns.

There, they join the legendary Steve to rescue the wolf Denis, captured by the villain Malgosha. Along the way, they try to return home.

A cast that combines stars and young promises

Besides Jack Black, the cast includes Jason Momoa, Danielle Brooks, Eugene Hansen, and Emma Myers.

The result is an explosive mix that aims to conquer both kids and nostalgic adults of the game.

A huge budget that has already been recovered

The film had a budget of 150 million dollars. It is estimated that the breakeven point is at 375 million.

With what was grossed in just three days, it has already doubled its initial investment, which promises a very successful run in theaters.