Oct. 9 (UPI) -- A sequel to the massively successful film A Minecraft Movie has been greenlit by Legendary and Warner Brothers, and is expected to arrive in theaters in 2027.

In a post on Instagram Thursday, Minecraft announced it is "building terrain" for the second film based on the popular video game, adding "See you in theaters July 23, 2027."

The first Minecraft Movie was released in April, becoming an instant phenomenon, as it took in $162 million in the United States and $312 million globally on its opening weekend, according to Variety.

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