Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017)
Four mismatched teenagers get pulled into a wild video game world, forced to survive as their avatars or remain trapped forever.
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle - Movie Information
- Original Title: Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle
- Release Year: 2017
- Directed by: Jake Kasdan
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Action
- Age Rating (US): PG-13
- Runtime: 1h 59m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): December 20, 2017 (Canada - PG), December 20, 2017 (United States - PG-13), December 20, 2017 (United Kingdom - 12A), December 21, 2017 (Germany - 12), December 20, 2017 (France - TP), December 29, 2017 (India), January 4, 2018 (New Zealand - PG), December 26, 2017 (Australia - PG), January 4, 2018 (Brazil - 12), December 21, 2017 (Mexico - B), January 1, 2018 (Italy - T), December 22, 2017 (Spain - 7), January 3, 2018 (South Korea - 12)
- Alternative Titles: Ջումանջի (AM), 쥬만지 2 (KR), Jumanji 2 - Bem-Vindo à Selva (BR), Jumanji Bienvenue dans la jungle (FR), 逃出魔幻紀：叢林挑機 (HK), Jumanji 2: Welcome to the Jungle (US), Jumanji 2 - Willkommen im Dschungel (DE), 野蠻遊戲：瘋狂叢林 (TW)
- Production Companies: Matt Tolmach Productions, Seven Bucks Productions, Columbia Pictures
- Production Countries: United States of America
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle - Plot
Four teenagers in detention discover an old video game console with a game they've never heard of. When they decide to play, they are immediately sucked into the jungle world of Jumanji in the bodies of their avatars. They'll have to complete the adventure of their lives filled with fun, thrills and danger or be stuck in the game forever!
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle - Trailer
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Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Jake Kasdan
Main Cast
- Dwayne Johnson
- Kevin Hart
- Jack Black
- Karen Gillan
- Rhys Darby
- Bobby Cannavale
- Nick Jonas
- Alex Wolff
- Ser'Darius Blain
- Madison Iseman
Writers
- Jeff Pinkner
- Chris McKenna
- Scott Rosenberg
- Erik Sommers
Producers
- William Teitler
- Matt Tolmach
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle - FAQs
What avatars do the teens play as in Jumanji?
The four teenagers each inhabit an avatar inside the game. Spencer becomes the muscular Dr. Smolder Bravestone (Dwayne Johnson), Fridge becomes the small Franklin 'Mouse' Finbar (Kevin Hart), Bethany becomes the male Professor Sheldon Oberon (Jack Black), and Martha becomes the skilled Ruby Roundhouse (Karen Gillan).
Is Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle a sequel or remake?
It is a sequel to the 1995 original Jumanji film starring Robin Williams, not a remake. The story is set in the same fictional universe but features an entirely new cast and reimagines the Jumanji game as a video game console rather than a board game.
Where can you stream Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle?
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle is available on fuboTV and YouTube TV via subscription. It can also be rented or purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. FXNow offers free access depending on your cable subscription.
Who are the main actors in Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle?
The film stars Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, Jack Black, and Karen Gillan as the four lead avatars. Supporting cast includes Rhys Darby, Bobby Cannavale, Nick Jonas, Alex Wolff, Ser'Darius Blain, and Madison Iseman.
What is the age rating for Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle?
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle is rated PG-13 in the United States, meaning parental guidance is suggested for viewers under 13. The film contains action-adventure sequences, some suggestive humor, and brief strong language, making it broadly suitable for family audiences.
How long is Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle?
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle has a runtime of 1 hour and 59 minutes (119 minutes). The film was released in the United States on December 20, 2017, and went on to become one of the highest-grossing comedies of all time.
Did Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle win any awards?
The film earned several nominations and wins at popular awards ceremonies, including a People's Choice Award for Favorite Movie. It was also nominated at the MTV Movie & TV Awards and the Teen Choice Awards, reflecting its strong connection with mainstream and younger audiences.
How was Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle received by critics?
The film was well received, earning a 76% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Critics praised the chemistry among the four leads, the clever body-swap comedy premise, and its crowd-pleasing energy. Audiences were even more enthusiastic, giving it a strong 'A' CinemaScore on opening weekend.
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