A Minecraft Movie Is Expanding With a Theatrical Sing-Along Version

A Minecraft Movie was already one of the biggest movies of the month, and now it’s about to get bigger with a singalong version. Earlier today, Warner Bros. announced a “Block Party Edition” hitting theaters which’ll let attendees “sing (and meme) along” to the film’s handful of tunes from Jack Black. Screenings start this weekend, and build upon the film’s ongoing (and rowdy) popularity among its younger viewers. They already love the “Lava Chicken” song, now they can love it even more to their heart’s content. As the press release puts it: “You know the moments. You know the lines. You love the songs! Now it’s time to get loose, laugh out loud and belt out those lyrics like a true diamond-tier fan.” The release of a sing along version will probably help push Minecraft to the billion-dollar mark; as of this past weekend, it’s at $816 million worldwide. Outside of that, it helps WB get in on the rising affection to sing it out. Wicked hit it big last year in part thanks to a sing alo ... Read full article.