Jumanji 3 Release Date Set, Dwayne Johnson & Main Adult Cast Expected to Return
Get ready for another thrilling adventure! The highly anticipated third installment of the Jumanji franchise has finally received a release date, and fans of the beloved series are ecstatic.
According to recent reports, Jumanji: The Next Level is scheduled to hit theaters on December 13, 2019. The third installment of the franchise, which first burst onto the scene in 1995 with the Robin Williams-starring original, will once again bring together the core cast of characters, including Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Kevin Hart, Jack Black, Karen Gillan, and Nick Jonas.
The announcement comes as a welcome surprise for Jumanji fans, who have been eagerly awaiting the next chapter in the series. The second installment, Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, was a massive hit, raking in over $962 million worldwide and solidifying the franchise’s place as a beloved favorite among audiences of all ages.
Director Jake Kasdan returns to the helm for the third installment, with a script penned by Jeff Pinkner, Scott Rosenberg, and John Francis Moore. Kasdan, who previously directed Welcome to the Jungle, has promised an even bigger and more action-packed experience for fans, saying: "We’re excited to take the story to new and exciting places, while still honoring the spirit of the original."
The storyline for Jumanji: The Next Level is still under wraps, but sources suggest that the film will continue to explore the world of the video game, where the main characters find themselves transported, while also introducing new characters and challenges.
As for the returning cast, Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, Jack Black, Karen Gillan, and Nick Jonas are expected to reprise their roles as Dr. Smolder Bravestone, Moose Finbar, Professor Shantor, Ruby Roundhouse, and Jefferson "Seaplane" McDonough, respectively. Additionally, rumors swirl that Awkwafina, Danny DeVito, and Danny Glover may be joining the cast, although their roles have not been officially confirmed.
Fans of the franchise can look forward to more edge-of-their-seats action, heartwarming moments, and humor, as the beloved characters face off against a new threat and navigate the ever-shifting world of Jumanji. With its release date set for December 13, 2019, the anticipation is palpable for the third installment of this beloved franchise. Mark your calendars and get ready to re-enter the world of Jumanji!