Chaos Ensues: 'Chicken Jockey' Mayhem Interrupts Minecraft Movie Premiere, Disrupting Theaters

An uncommon trend is spreading through cinemas worldwide with several teenage audiences heading out to watch "A Minecraft Movie."

The phrase "Chicken Jockey," known to gamers from a widely played video game, has become a source of disruption in certain cinemas. Some audience members throw objects like garbage when they spot the zombie character featured in the movie.

This phenomenon has resulted in audience members applauding and tossing popcorn whenever the line is spoken, prompting certain cinemas to display cautionary signs.

Reports of incidents have surfaced in New Jersey — leading to certain teenagers getting prohibited - Michigan, Utah — where indeed live chicken was reportedly brought into the confusion were numerous other states and countries, as per official statements.

One commenter wrote on Instagram: 'This demonstrates childish and repulsive conduct. Frankly, I trust that your institution, with its comprehensive honor code, will notice this and expel you,'

Another chimed in, "you trashed a theater and mistreated an animal."

Dude... some of you have really tough lives. It’s hard to fathom how much emotional damage one must endure to reach this stage.

Several other cinemas have similarly halted screenings prior to the "chicken jockey" scene, handed out cautions, and some have even ejected individuals who behaved disruptively.

Reports indicate that altercations occurred during this particular scene as well.

Hello gamers, remember that unlike at home, your mother won’t be cleaning up after you here, fan mused .

The director of "A Minecraft Movie," Jared Hess, also addressed the popular "chicken jockey" video clips, although his comments about the teenagers' antics were not as harsh.

"It’s strange when you’re enjoying yourself so much that the police end up getting involved," Hess stated. Entertainment Weekly It’s amusing to me because it involves simply shouting encouragement and tossing popcorn around. The idea of police being summoned over something as trivial as popcorn really amuses me.

Absolutely, it's amusing. I've come across numerous comical clips.

"He mentioned, 'It’s fantastic, particularly when individuals stand atop each other's shoulders and cheer loudly during these instances.' There's an incredible sense of excitement,” he continued. “Still, honestly, I’m just happy folks are creating lasting memories with loved ones.”

The "Minecraft Movie" has been a success among audiences, earning over $400 million globally, with domestic ticket sales surpassing $220 million by Saturday, April 12.