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Kirsten Dunst Joins Minecraft Sequel Cast as Alex
9 Apr
Summary
- Filming for Minecraft sequel begins April 2026 in New Zealand.
- Original cast members like Jack Black are expected to return.
- Kirsten Dunst will portray the character Alex in the new film.

Filming for the Minecraft movie sequel is scheduled to begin in April 2026, with New Zealand serving as the filming location. Director Jared Hess confirmed the production timeline, generating anticipation among fans.
The primary cast from the initial film is expected to reprise their roles. This includes Jack Black as Steve, Jason Momoa as Garrett "The Garbage Man" Garrison, Sebastian Hansen as Henry, Emma Myers as Natalie, and Danielle Brooks as Dawn.
A significant new addition to the cast is Kirsten Dunst, who will portray Alex. Alex was introduced in the Minecraft games in 2014 as a default character skin, accompanying Steve. Her appearance in a post-credit scene of the first movie suggests a pivotal role in the sequel.