Sony Pictures has officially confirmed that Jumanji 3, the next installment in the blockbuster adventure franchise, will hit theaters on December 11, 2026. According to Deadline, the film will be released in IMAX and premium large formats, promising an immersive cinematic experience.
Jumanji 3 Plot and Cast Updates
While official plot details remain under wraps, fans can look to Jumanji: The Next Level’s mid-credits scene for hints. The sequence showed wild animals escaping from the game into the real world, suggesting that this could set the stage for a chaotic clash between avatars and real-life players.
Confirmed cast members include:
• Dwayne Johnson as Dr. Xander “Smolder” Bravestone
• Kevin Hart as Franklin “Mouse” Finbar
• Karen Gillan as Ruby Roundhouse
However, a major shake-up is making headlines—Jack Black is rumored to be leaving the franchise, meaning Professor Sheldon “Shelly” Oberon may not return.
Where It All Began: Jumanji’s Evolution
Jumanji (1995) – The Classic That Started It All
The original film starred Robin Williams as Alan Parrish, a man trapped in a mysterious board game for 26 years. When two kids, Judy (Kirsten Dunst) and Peter (Bradley Pierce), free him, they also unleash dangerous jungle creatures into the real world.
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017) & Jumanji: The Next Level (2019)
The rebooted Jumanji saga shifted the concept to a video game world, featuring:
• Dwayne Johnson as Smolder Bravestone
• Kevin Hart as Mouse Finbar
• Jack Black as Shelly Oberon
• Karen Gillan as Ruby Roundhouse
• Nick Jonas as Jefferson ‘Seaplane’ McDonough
In these films, a group of teenagers accidentally enter the Jumanji video game and must navigate perilous challenges to escape.
Where to Watch Jumanji Movies Online
In India, the 1995 classic Jumanji, along with Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017) and Jumanji: The Next Level (2019), are available for streaming on Netflix.
What’s Next?
With Jumanji 3 set for release in December 2026, fans are eager to see how the story unfolds—especially if the game world and real world collide. Will the departure of Jack Black impact the franchise? Will new characters be introduced? Stay tuned for more updates!
