In a surreal twist that feels ripped from the pages of a satirical novel, Jack Black has publicly lashed out at Minecraft fans after the much-anticipated Minecraft movie was yanked from theaters amid unprecedented chaos. What began as a family-friendly film spiraled into a public safety nightmare, all thanks to a viral scene involving a baby zombie riding a chicken—affectionately dubbed a “chicken jockey.”

The uproar erupted when fans, inspired by the film’s antics, descended on theaters in full cosplay, turning screenings into chaotic spectacles. Reports of popcorn-throwing battles, bizarre cosplay stunts, and even police interventions flooded social media, as theaters struggled to maintain order. Black himself made a surprise appearance at a Los Angeles screening, pleading with fans to tone down the mayhem, declaring, “No more summoning the chicken jockey in public spaces!” His charisma temporarily quelled the frenzy, but the damage was done.

In the aftermath, over 60 theaters either pulled the film or imposed strict warnings, with some cinemas now hiring extra security for Minecraft showings. One venue even posted a sign that read, “This is a family-friendly screening—no yelling, no flapping, no chicken lives.” The bizarre situation has sparked a cultural phenomenon, with memes and TikToks proliferating almost instantly, showcasing everything from popcorn fights to kids dressed as villagers.

While the film continues to perform unexpectedly well at the box office, the fallout has many questioning the limits of fan engagement and the power of social media to transform a wholesome experience into chaos. As the world grapples with the implications of this chicken jockey frenzy, one thing is clear: the intersection of gaming culture and real-life antics has never been more pronounced. The saga serves as a bizarre reminder of the fragility of shared experiences and the unpredictable consequences of participatory fandom.