A Minecraft movie has been in development for a number of years, but only now is the ambitious project beginning to take shape. The Minecraft film not only found its director, but also its first leading actor in Aquaman.

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Aquaman in Minecraft? Jason Momoa becomes a pixel hero

Hollywood has been working on a film adaptation of the popular video game Minecraft since 2014. So far, however, without any real result. That should change now. This is what the US trade journal announces The Hollywood Reporters exclusive that the minecraft movie with Jason Momoa has found its first leading actor.

The Dune star and Aquaman actor hasn’t signed a contract yet, but according to the trade publication, Momoa is up to date in the last negotiations for the previously unknown role.

On the other hand, he is already firmly in the saddle Jared Hess, who will direct the Minecraft movie. Hess specializes in comedy and has been responsible for the cult film Napoleon Dynamite and the series The Last Man on Earth in the past (source: The Hollywood Reporters).

Minecraft: From Video Game to Movie

With over 238 million units sold Minecraft is the most successful video game of all time. Even before Grand Theft Auto 5 and Tetris. No wonder Hollywood saw the potential for a movie early on.

But the biggest question for fans is: What should a Minecraft movie look like? Especially given that this is a Live Action Movie should act.

Many fans find it difficult to imagine the unique look of Minecraft in reality. In addition, Minecraft is primarily a sandbox game that allows players complete freedom and places less value on a complex story.

On the other hand, of course, this also applies to the LEGO universe and the two films were a great success with the fans.