Jason MomoaandJack Blackare having a huge year in 2025 thanks to one title:A Minecraft Movie. Despite the film’s trailer being subject to some ridicule by audiences, public opinion made a 180 once the movie was actually released in theaters. The film was well-liked in spite of some technical flaws, and even spurred multiple viral trends.
TheA Minecraft Moviecraze had a tangible impact on ticket sales. Though the film ultimately missed the $1 billion mark,it brought in an impressive $954.4 million worldwide.This positions the movie as the second highest-grossing film of the year on a global level, and the no. 1 domestically (though it could still be usurped byLilo & Stitch, among other titles).
This is especially great news for the already-impressive careers of Momoa and Black. The film has cemented Black as a leading force in the video game adaptation sinceThe Super Mario Bros. Movieis among his highest-grossing movies.
The film also pushed Momoa past another box office milestone. Adding up the roles in which he played the lead, lead ensemble, or supporting character, the actor has now grossed over $5 billion in his career. These are great milestones for both actors, buttheir career futures create complications for their audiences.
A Minecraft Movie Made Jack Black & Jason Momoa Huge Stars With Kids
Theprimary audience forA Minecraft Moviewas children. Playing Steve, one of the most well-liked characters from the original video games, Black’s lines are now quoted by young audiences. A particularly popular moment came when the actorsaid “chicken jockey,“referring to a popular figure from the video games.
Both Black and Momoa now have an audience that they may not have quite captured before. Momoa has played Aquaman, so he probably had a pre-teen audience from his DC days. Black is the voice ofPo inKung Fu Panda, so he has acted in the children’s film market.
Younger kids, however, were not going to make the connection that it was Black voicing the beloved panda in those films. Similarly, Momoa is now appealing to a younger audience than he did before. Thiscarves a new niche for both actors.
Jack Black & Jason Momoa’s Next Movies Are R-Rated Comedies Kids Can’t See
This Loses Some Of Their Core Audience
As some of the most actively working actors in Hollywood, bothA Minecraft Moviestarshave upcoming films later this year. But, unfortunately, these are not nearly as appropriate for children.
Black’snext film will beAnaconda,which is a comedic jungle adventure that is a reboot of the 1997 film of the same name. While its predecessor was rated PG-13, it has been widely reported that the 2025 version of this story will be rated R.
Momoa’s next theatrical releaseis likely going to beAnimal Friends.This Peter Atencio-directed movie is anadult-animated comedyabout two animals who become unlikely friends. It also stars Ryan Reynolds, Aubrey Plaza, Dan Levy, Lil Rel Howery, and Addison Rae.
While the animated world may be more typically a kids' domain,Animal Friendsis planned to be a raunchier film aimed at adults.This means that neither Black nor Momoa’s next films will be aimed at kids without a parent going with them.
When Will Jack Black & Jason Momoa Return To Kid-Friendly Movies?
Momoa May Take A While
Black is guaranteed to return to kid-oriented media withThe Super Mario Bros. Moviesequel. While the plot is unknown, Black is likely to return to voice Bowser. The film is slated for release on Aug 09, 2025, making it Black’s next kid-friendly film.
Both actors will definitely return for theA Minecraft Moviesequel. As for Momoa, his next film that is on the family-friendly side isSupergirl, but even that is not as kid-oriented. As such, the wait for Momoa to engage with the young audience again may continue for a while longer.
