Fans of the Jumanji franchise have reason to celebrate. Sony Pictures has officially announced that Jumanji 3 will now premiere on Christmas Day. This change moves its release from December 11 to December 25, just after the highly anticipated showdowns between Disney/Marvel’s Avengers: Doomsday and Warner Bros’ Dune: Part Three.
Key Details About Jumanji 3
The Christmas release date for Jumanji 3 aligns with the tradition of the previous installments in the series. The movie continues the legacy of its predecessors, which have consistently found success during the holiday season.
Returning Cast
- Dwayne Johnson
- Jack Black
- Kevin Hart
- Karen Gillan
- Danny DeVito
- Nick Jonas
- Marin Hinkle
- Bebe Neuwirth
- Lamorne Morris
- Rhys Darby
- Dan Hildebrand
- Jack Jewkes
This sequel to Jumanji: The Next Level features the return of beloved characters portrayed by a star-studded cast. The film continues the narrative established in the successful previous installments.
Box Office Success
Jumanji: The Next Level achieved impressive box office results, grossing over $800 million worldwide. The franchise as a whole—consisting of Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle and its sequel—has garnered more than $2.02 billion globally since its inception.
Creative Team
Director Jake Kasdan returns, along with co-writers Jeff Pinkner and Scott Rosenberg. In addition to his directorial role, Kasdan is producing the film alongside Matt Tolmach, Dwayne Johnson, Dany Garcia, and Hiram Garcia.
Competing Titles on Christmas Day
On December 25, Jumanji 3 will face competition from other films including:
- Werwulf, directed by Robert Eggers and starring Aaron Taylor-Johnson
- Paramount’s Untitled John Tuggle Project, about “Mr. Irrelevant” from the 1983 NFL Draft
- The Angry Birds Movie 3, set to release on December 23
The holiday season is shaping up to be an exciting time for moviegoers, with a variety of options hitting theaters. Jumanji 3 is determined to build on the success of its predecessors, further expanding the beloved franchise.
