“Minecraft Movie Makes Record-Breaking Opening Weekend”

Michael De Luca and Pam Abdy, co-heads of Warner Bros. Pictures Group, are celebrating a major victory for the studio’s latest hit, “A Minecraft Movie.” The film, which earned nearly $315 million at its worldwide box office debut, has shattered records for domestic opening weekends in 2025.

The pair noted that “A Minecraft Movie” represented the largest domestic opening weekend of 2025 and Warner Bros.’ largest opening weekend since 2023. They attributed this success to the power of creativity, teamwork, and great storytelling.

De Luca and Abdy’s announcement comes after a string of misfires and concerns about their futures at the company. However, with “A Minecraft Movie”‘s record-breaking performance, they are expected to face renewed confidence.

The film’s success has also led to partnerships with various organizations, including Food Network, TBS, TNT Sports, Cartoon Network, and more. The co-heads praised the creativity and collaboration of teams across WB Pictures and the entire company, saying that their film about the power of imagination sparked incredible reactions from audiences worldwide.

De Luca and Abdy concluded their memo by expressing their gratitude to every colleague who contributed to the film’s success, stating that “this is what happens when we believe in the power of our creativity, each other, and the strength of great storytelling.”

Source: https://variety.com/2025/film/news/michael-de-luca-pam-abdy-minecraft-movie-victory-memo-1236362388