After catching A Minecraft Movie in theaters, curiosity got the better of me, and I lingered in my seat, waiting to see if there might be an extra scene at the end. Directed by Jared Hess of Napoleon Dynamite fame, the film follows Steve (played by Jack Black) and his pals from Chuglas, Idaho, as they navigate the Overworld and The Nether. Given the potential for cinematic universes these days, I half-expected a hint towards an expansive Minecraft story to appear after the movie.
While most of the audience streamed out the exits, I stayed put and, as it turned out, my patience paid off with a delightful surprise!
Yes, A Minecraft Movie treats us to a mid-credits scene. It’s a moment you’d miss if you rushed out as soon as the credits started rolling. In this bit, Chuglas’ vice principal Marlene, played by Jennifer Coolidge, is shown serving breakfast to her new villager partner. Her former flame, Mr. Gunchie, portrayed by Hiram Garcia, shows up in an attempt to win her back. In a twist, the villager, who until now only communicated through odd sounds, speaks with the mellifluous voice of Matt Berry, declaring his love for Marlene. As a result of their love, he claims his newfound ability to speak, while Marlene now chats in villager language. It’s a charming exchange! But there’s more to come after the credits fully roll.
As the credits finish and the theater lights brighten, we are treated to a final scene. Steve finds himself back at his old home, which he left behind during his adventures. To his surprise, someone else now owns it. A woman with distinctive red hair and a green shirt opens the door, though her face remains unseen. When Steve introduces himself, she mentions an old chest he left in the attic, and it becomes clear her name is Alex.
Alex, known in the gaming universe as another default Minecraft character, makes her debut here. She has been on Earth while Steve was busy in the Overworld, hinting that she might play a crucial role if a sequel materializes.
The film wraps up its narrative neatly, yet this post-credits glimpse suggests new adventures could be on the horizon. Whether it involves exploring new realms like the Nether or The End remains to be seen, but it seems likely that Alex and her mysterious attic chest will be pivotal to the plot if the story continues.
