If you happen to spot Dwayne Johnson planting a series of mushy kisses on Kevin Hart’s scalp in the middle of a forest, don’t ask any questions. Just keep walking as they have a quest to finish. We, of course, are talking about Jumanji: Open World, which will see the duo returning for their third Jumanji adventure and reuniting with the franchise’s beloved ensemble.
Released in 2017, Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle served as a reboot of the Jumanji franchise, which began with the 1995 film starring Robin Williams. The reboot swapped the iconic board game for a video game, with a group of teenagers finding themselves trapped inside it as in-game avatars.
Arriving in theatres just in time for the holidays, the third instalment promises to offer the franchise’s winning mix of action, comedy and body-swapping chaos. Director Jake Kasdan also returns after helming the previous two films.
So, are you ready for some real-world adventures? If so, here’s everything you need to know about Jumanji: Open World, including its plot, cast, release date and trailer.
Everything You Need to Know About Jumanji: Open World
What is the plot of the upcoming Dwayne Johnson starrer?
The movie follows the game’s avatars as they escape their consoles and enter the real world in demo mode. Wild animals flood the streets, Dr Bravestone speaks in a Spanish accent, Professor Oberon has already lost one life, and everyone moves in slow motion. Their unexpected arrival throws the real world into complete disarray, forcing Spencer back into action.
Who stars in Jumanji 3?
The cast for Jumanji 3 includes:
- Dwayne Johnson
- Kevin Hart
- Jack Black
- Karen Gillan
- Alex Wolff
- Danny DeVito
- Nick Jonas
- Madison Iseman
- Morgan Turner
- Ser’Darius Blain
- Rhys Darby
- Marin Hinkle
New cast members include:
- Dan Hildebrand
- Jack Jewkes
What is the release date of Jumanji: Open World?
The adventure comedy lands in theatres on Christmas 2026. Originally slated for an 11 December release, the film has since been pushed back and will now arrive after the releases of Dune: Part Three and Avengers: Doomsday.
Is there a trailer for the upcoming movie?
Yes. The trailer for Jumanji: Open World dropped on 29 July 2026. You can watch it below:
(Hero image: Courtesy of Jumanji: Open World trailer/ Featured image: Courtesy of @jumanjimovie via Instagram)
Note : The information in this article is accurate as of the date of publication.