Matt Berry Is Back — and No One Knows Who He’s Playing

When Minecraft Live took over TwitchCon Europe on May 30, 2026, fans had plenty to talk about. New biomes, new mobs, a major dungeon update — but buried in that flood of news was one detail sure to delight fans of a certain famous British comedian.

Matt Berry is returning for A Minecraft Movie Squared. And no, nobody knows yet who exactly he’s playing.

The Same Actor, a Brand-New Mystery

In the first film, Berry voiced Nitwit, the odd, nearly silent villager whose role perfectly matched his trademark deadpan delivery. It was a small part, but a memorable one — the kind that leaves you wanting more. Apparently, he’s getting more this time — just not in the way anyone expected.

During the Minecraft Live segment focused on the sequel, it was confirmed that Berry will return — but in a completely different, still undisclosed role. No details, no hints, no teaser with his voice. Just one short confirmation: he’s in the film, and his character is new.

That alone was enough to send fans straight into theory mode.

So Who Could He Be?

The internet is already buzzing. One of the most popular theories is that Berry will voice Herobrine: the dark legend of the game world, a Steve-like figure with something deeply sinister about him. It would be a bold casting choice — and honestly, Matt Berry’s voice has exactly the mix of authority and cool restraint a role like that needs.

For now, though, it’s all speculation. The filmmakers are clearly enjoying the mystery, and the role remains under wraps. Which, when you think about it, makes the wait far more fun.

A Starry Cast, a Bigger World

Berry was far from the only big announcement in that segment. The main headline was the casting of Kirsten Dunst as Alex, one of the game’s most recognizable characters. Dunst will replace the version of Alex briefly seen in the first film’s final scene, and it looks like the role will be much more central this time.

Jason Momoa and Jack Black are also returning — and filming is already underway in New Zealand. The sequel arrives on July 23, 2027, and based on what was shown at TwitchCon, production seems to be moving along at a strong pace.

The full cast — Momoa, Black, Danielle Brooks, Jennifer Coolidge, Dunst, and Berry — makes this sequel one of the most name-packed projects in recent memory. The chemistry between the characters was a big part of the first film’s success, and Dunst joining this lineup sounds genuinely exciting.

The Wait Has Begun

A Minecraft Movie Squared looks set to be bigger, stranger, and more ambitious than its predecessor. A mystery role for one of the most recognizable voices in film and television, a new actress playing a beloved character, and a director who clearly knows how to have fun with this world — there’s more than enough reason to look forward to the premiere.

The big question remains: who the hell is Matt Berry playing?

Fans have their theories. The comments are already overflowing with them. And with more than a year still to go before release, there’s plenty of time to imagine.

Who do you think his character will turn out to be?