Jumanji: Open World (2026): Release Date, Cast and What to Expect

What is Jumanji: Open World about?

First of all, Jumanji: Open World is the final chapter of the modern Jumanji series, and it hits theaters on December 25, 2026. Since the story follows The Next Level, fans will see the whole team back together. We will also update this page as soon as new details appear.

Jake Kasdan directs again, after Welcome to the Jungle (2017) and The Next Level (2019). Besides directing, he co-wrote the script with Jeff Pinkner and Scott Rosenberg, based on Chris Van Allsburg’s book.

Our heroes have escaped the game’s jungles before. This time, however, the game itself breaks out of its console and spills into the real world. In fact, it is being billed as the final chapter of the trilogy.

Jumanji: Open World trailer

Sony released the first official trailer on July 28, 2026. In the footage, the heroes wander through the real world while still acting like their game avatars. Press play below to watch it without leaving this page.

Jumanji movies in order

Jumanji began as a picture book by Chris Van Allsburg, so the film series spans several eras. Here is the best order to watch them, starting with the original.

• Jumanji (1995)Originally, the story was a board game, and Robin Williams starred in it.
• Zathura (2005)Although it is optional, this space-themed film comes from another Chris Van Allsburg book.
• Welcome to the Jungle (2017)Next, a legacy sequel moved the game into a video game console, with Dwayne Johnson, Jack Black, Kevin Hart and Karen Gillan.
• The Next Level (2019)Afterward, the same team returned for a bigger and funnier sequel.
• Open World (2026)Finally, the game breaks into the real world on December 25, 2026.

Do you need to watch everything? Not really, because the modern trilogy mostly stands on its own. However, the 1995 film adds extra context, especially since Open World is dedicated to Robin Williams.

What we know so far

Title and first footage

At first, the full title was revealed at CinemaCon in April 2026, where Dwayne Johnson, Jack Black and Kevin Hart introduced the first footage. Then, the first public trailer followed on July 28, 2026.

The trailer

In the trailer, the game’s heroes appear in the real world while still acting like their video game avatars. For example, Kevin Hart teased at CinemaCon that the usual game rules do not always apply. Fans will also see several versions of the avatars.

A nod to the 1995 original

Dwayne Johnson said the film is dedicated to Robin Williams, star of the 1995 original. Reportedly, the original dice from that movie also appear in the film.

Overall, Jumanji: Open World takes the series full circle, because it brings the game out of the console and into our world.

What to expect

Of course, these are expectations based on the trailer and announcements, not a verdict on the finished film.

Cast and crew

• Dwayne JohnsonDr. Smolder Bravestone
• Jack BlackProfessor Shelly Oberon
• Kevin HartFranklin “Mouse” Finbar
• Karen GillanRuby Roundhouse
• AwkwafinaMing Fleetfoot
• Rhys DarbyNigel Billingsley
• Danny DeVitoSupporting cast
• Nick JonasSupporting cast
• Jake KasdanDirector and co-writer

Release date and where to watch

Jumanji: Open World will arrive in US theaters on Christmas Day. However, dates can differ by country, so check your local cinema listings.

• In cinemasOpens December 25, 2026 in the US, since Sony Pictures Releasing handles distribution.
• Release shiftOriginally planned for December 11, then moved to Christmas Day.
• StreamingUnfortunately, no streaming date has been announced yet.
• Our reviewFinally, our full review is coming after the release.

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