Derived from one of the most popular video games globally, A Minecraft Movie has achieved remarkable success at the box office. The gaming community was deeply engaged even before the film’s release, fostering a rich culture of memes. A notable hub for this creativity is the subreddit r/MinecraftMemes, boasting 3.4 million avid users who share their unique humor and visual commentary.
With star power from Jack Black and Jason Momoa, the film quickly transformed into a meme goldmine. Its clever in-game references resonated well with fans, resulting in moments that turned into internet sensations. Audiences erupted in laughter over scenes like the Chicken Jockey, prompting enthusiastic popcorn tosses, while “Steve’s Lava Chicken”emerged as a record-breaking delight, captivating the online community in innovative ways.
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Steve’s Lava Chicken
La-La-La-Lava Chi-Chi-Chi-Chicken
“Steve’s Lava Chicken”has taken the internet by storm since its debut in March 2025. This catchy tune, performed by Black—known for his viral hit “Peaches”from the Super Mario Bros. Movie—made waves by becoming the shortest track to feature on the Billboard Top 100, as reported by Billboard. Within the movie, Steve introduces a restaurant concept specializing in lava chicken, where he performs this cheerful song, leading it to become an internet phenomenon.
The viral TikTok featuring a user dancing to the song cleverly highlights its infectious nature, playfully suggesting that it could change the minds of naysayers prior to the film’s release.
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“I Am Steve”
Jack Black’s Iconic Moment
Why did Jack Black do that??? https://t.co/5ibtI6ik3K pic.twitter.com/egltoajOZd — Trikiï¼\u008dï¼´ï½’ 0 ï½™ – 🥛ðŸ\u008dª – COMMISSIONS OPEN? ! (@Triki_Tr0y) September 4, 2024
The memorable phrase “I Am Steve,”first featured in the teaser trailer for A Minecraft Movie in 2024, captures Black’s charismatic introduction of his character. The moment, characterized by an intimate close-up and expressive gestures, has since become a viral sensation, inspiring numerous memes and reactions across social platforms.
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The Sheep Design
The Worst Design Ever
Tier list of the designs in the upcoming movie pic.twitter.com/pbC8SMqawJ — Minecraft Memes â›\u008fï¸\u008f (@MinecraftMeme16) September 7, 2024
The design of the sheep featured in the film has sparked considerable debate among fans, often cited as among the least appealing aspects. A meme showcasing a screenshot from the trailer humorously highlights the collective disappointment over its appearance, ranking it last in a tier list of character designs.
Contrasted against more appealing designs such as the Creepers and intentionally quirky villagers, audiences expressed their frustration, adding to the overall meme frenzy surrounding A Minecraft Movie.
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How A Minecraft Movie Will Probably End
Jennifer Coolidge’s Interesting Arc
how the minecraft movie will probably end pic.twitter.com/jhIwZ9qw1p — Minecraft Memes â›\u008fï¸\u008f (@MinecraftMeme16) April 4, 2025
In A Minecraft Movie, Jennifer Coolidge portrays Marlene, a character navigating a tumultuous divorce who inadvertently collides with a villager on her way home. This unexpected encounter leads to a quirky romance, exemplifying the film’s trademark blend of humor and heart.
The film’s conclusion showcases Marlene finding a unique sort of happiness with the Villager—who magically learns to speak English—further adding layers to her character arc. Memes poking fun at this predictable yet charming twist have proliferated following the film’s screening.
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“Comin’ In Hot”
So Does A Minecraft Movie
One of the side-splitting highlights from the film includes the “Comin’ in hot”meme. This moment features Black’s character skydiving from considerable heights sans wingsuits in a high-stakes escape from piglins. As Steve doles out his precious Elytra wingsuits to his companions, he leaps into action, dramatically exclaiming, “Comin’ in hot.”
Black’s timing and delivery of this line have garnered immense praise, marking it as one of the film’s standout moments.
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“As A Child, I Yearned For The Mines”
We Also Yearn For The Batman Part II
"As a child I yearned for the mines" this movie can’t be real https://t.co/UyHWSZbO5p — Ghost! ! 🌈☔ï¸\u008f ☾☀ï¸\u017d The Sonknux Warrior (@burglahobbit) November 19, 2024
The phrase “As a child, I yearned for the mines”is delivered by Black in a voiceover narrating Steve’s backstory, detailing his childhood dreams of mining. This tongue-in-cheek reference subtly touches upon historical themes like child labor and exploitation. This ironic twist contributed significantly to the film’s anticipatory buzz, propelling it into social media conversations as a notable highlight.
Thanks to its memorable delivery, the phrase has sparked a wide array of memes and GIFs, often humorously connecting to pop culture phenomena such as the upcoming Batman sequel.
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“Flint And Steel”
The Right Way To Open A Magical Portal
First introduced in the final trailer of A Minecraft Movie, “Flint and steel”is a phrase associated with opening the nether portal. Within the game, this tool is crucial for igniting fires and accessing alternate dimensions. Black’s impassioned delivery has resonated widely, leading to a flurry of remixes and memes popping up since the trailer’s release.
The most popular variations involve rapid-fire repetitions of the phrase and creative adaptations that utilize other content. For example, an audio clip titled “Flint and Steel”uploaded on the EpochGD YouTube channel has attracted over 2.7 million views and is now available on Spotify.
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“The Nether”
A Dramatic Entrance
The phrase “The Nether,”similar to “Flint and steel,”has inspired a wave of inventive meme remixes since the release of the film’s teaser. This alternate dimension is characterized by its perilous landscape teeming with hostile creatures, making it a critical resource zone for players.
Many memes capitalize on Black’s emphatic delivery of the line, enhancing the experiences of entering such a dangerous realm with dramatic visuals and fluctuating audio effects that convey the tension that players often feel within the game.
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“Chicken Jockey”
A Theater’s Nightmare
I’ve just been informed that I’ll be the Chicken Jockey enforcer for today, please pray for me pic.twitter.com/0e3BA4f06z — Joe ð“\u017d© (@Darth__Biden) April 19, 2025
The “Chicken Jockey”scene has ignited an exciting trend both online and in theaters. It features a baby zombie precariously perched atop a chicken, with Black’s character exuberantly shouting “Chicken Jockey!”This encapsulates one of the rarest occurrences in the game and proved to be a crowd-pleaser.
Following the film’s release, audience reactions have ranged from clapping to throwing popcorn, creating a lively atmosphere during this much-anticipated moment, as revealed in reports from The Independent. Some theater staff even had to give pre-show instructions to manage the enthusiastic reactions.
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