Jumanji 3 to Hit Theaters Christmas 2026 — Filming Underway
Get ready to hear those jungle drums again! Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has officially confirmed what we’ve all been waiting for: the gang is getting back together for one last adventure in “Jumanji 3”. Mark your calendars for a very merry Christmas in 2026, because this final chapter is set to hit theaters on December 11, 2026.
Just when you thought it was safe to put away your khaki shorts, Johnson, along with his hilarious partners-in-crime Kevin Hart, Jack Black, and Karen Gillan, has started production. The Rock took to Instagram to share the news, and it seems the reunion was as fun as you’d expect. This isn’t just another sequel; it’s being billed as the grand finale of the modern series. No pressure, guys. It’s only the conclusion to a franchise that successfully rebooted a beloved classic and pulled in nearly a billion dollars.
What We Can Expect from “Jumanji 3”
So, what’s the intel on this final outing? While plot details are being kept under tighter lock and key than the secrets of “Jumanji 3” itself, the post-credits scene of “Jumanji: The Next Level” gave us a massive hint. The game’s jungle elements started leaking into the real world, which sounds suspiciously like the chaos from the original 1995 film. Are we finally going to see ostriches stampeding down Main Street? One can only hope.
The core cast is back, of course. It wouldn’t be “Jumanji 3” without Dr. Smolder Bravestone (Johnson), “Mouse” Finbar (Hart), Professor Shelly Oberon (Black), and Ruby Roundhouse (Gillan). Director Jake Kasdan, who steered the first two reboots, is back in the director’s chair for “Jumanji 3”, ensuring the same blend of action and comedy we’ve come to love.
In a move that will surely bring a tear to every ’90s kid’s eye, Dwayne Johnson revealed a touching tribute to the late, great Robin Williams. His character, Dr. Bravestone, will wear a necklace featuring the dice from the original 1995 board game. It’s a small but powerful nod to the man who started it all, a “way of paying homage, love, and respect,” as Johnson put it in his Instagram post. It’s a beautiful gesture that connects this new era back to its roots.
The Journey of the Jumanji Franchise
Let’s be real, when a “Jumanji” reboot was first announced, expectations were… low. How could you possibly recapture the magic of the Robin Williams original? But then “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” (2017) came along and blew everyone away, grossing a jaw-dropping $962.5 million worldwide. They did it again with “Jumanji: The Next Level” (2019), which raked in over $800 million.
The secret sauce? A killer cast with undeniable chemistry, a clever twist on the original concept by turning the board game into a video game, and a whole lot of heart. This modern series has become one of Sony’s most successful franchises, and the anticipation for “Jumanji 3” is through the roof.
One Last Game
With filming now underway in Los Angeles, the hype for “Jumanji 3” is officially on. The release date of December 11, 2026, positions it as a major holiday blockbuster, though it will be facing some stiff competition with “Avengers: Doomsday” and “Dune: Part Three” releasing around the same time. But if there’s one thing we’ve learned, it’s to never underestimate the power of the “Jumanji” drumbeat.
As Dwayne Johnson said in his Instagram post, this final film is meant to be a “massive, fun, heartfelt adventure.” The stakes are high to deliver a satisfying conclusion for the characters we’ve followed and the fans who have shown up in droves. Will they manage to save the world, beat the game, and finally call out its name for the very last time? We have to wait until Christmas 2026 to find out. Get your popcorn ready.
