Gaming and IRL worlds collide in Jumanji: Open World trailer

Sony Pictures has released the official trailer for Jumanji: Open World, the third installment in the modern franchise. Directed by Jake Kasdan, the film follows the events of 2019's Jumanji: The Next Level. While plot details remain sparse, the trailer confirms that the video game avatars have crossed into the real world, though they appear stuck in a demo mode.

Fans of the series will see the return of the entire main cast. Dwayne Johnson, Jack Black, Kevin Hart, and Karen Gillan are back in their respective avatar roles. New additions to the production include actors such as Burn Gorman and Nasim Pedrad. The story builds on the mid-credits scene of the previous film where game elements began appearing in the real world.

Production on the sequel faced delays during the global pandemic but moved into active development in 2024. The film is scheduled for a theatrical release on December 25, 2026. Given the massive financial performance of the previous two entries, which brought in nearly a billion dollars globally, anticipation remains high for how the franchise will handle this shift in setting.

This latest entry continues the tradition of blending action with comedy while nodding to classic gaming tropes. With the characters now forced to navigate the complexities of real-world environments while dealing with game glitches, the film promises a new perspective on the established formula. Audiences can expect the return of familiar faces like Spencer, Fridge, and Martha as they work to resolve the latest in-game disaster.