JUMANJI 3 Release Date Confirmed

Jumanji’s Next Roll: The Third Adventure Arrives in 2026

Get ready to roll the dice once more, because Jumanji is set to return for a third installment. Sony Pictures has announced that Jumanji 3 will hit theaters during the holiday season, with a release date of December 6, 2026.

Star-Studded Return

Returning to the vibrant jungle world, the beloved cast from the prior films reprises their roles. Kevin Hart, Dwayne Johnson, Karen Gillan, and Jack Black are all back in action. Hart returns as Franklin “Mouse” Finbar, while Johnson suits up as Dr. Xander “Smolder” Bravestone. Gillan will dance back into her role as Ruby Roundhouse, and Black will again bring laughs as Professor Sheldon “Shelly” Oberon.

This stacked lineup doesn’t guarantee success, though. Director Jake Kasdan also returns to helm this epic adventure. On the production side, Johnson and Kasdan are back with Dany Garcia, Hiram Garcia, and Matt Tolmach. The film will dazzle audiences in IMAX and other large premium formats, promising a spectacle you won’t want to miss.

Franchise Legacy

The Jumanji franchise traces its roots to a 1995 film, itself based on the 1981 children’s book. A 2005 sequel, Zathura, expanded the universe. The series roared back to life in 2017 with Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle. Its success, gathering over $950 million, paved the path for more adventures. The next installment, Jumanji: The Next Level, also brought impressive numbers, grossing over $800 million globally. Considering these figures, a third film was a no-brainer.

Challenges and Excitement

While enthusiasm is high, coordinating schedules for this star-studded cast has been tricky. Karen Gillan recently shared some insights. "It’s tricky to wrangle everyone’s schedules," Gillan said. "But I haven’t heard anything other than we will be doing it at some point. We all love working on those films." The anticipation builds as fans eagerly await this adventure.

With Jumanji 3 still two years away, there’s ample time to dive into the franchise. Interested viewers can find the original Jumanji and its follow-up, Zathura: A Space Adventure, on Netflix. Meanwhile, the latest Jumanji films are available to stream on Hulu. Get ready to refresh your memory and prepare for another thrilling journey into the heart of Jumanji.