Jumanji: The Next Level
Jumanji: The Next Level

Jumanji: The Next Level

2019Movie123 minEnglish

As the gang return to Jumanji to rescue one of their own, they discover that nothing is as they expect. The players will have to brave parts unknown and unexplored in order to escape the world’s most dangerous game.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes71%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users87%
Director: Jake KasdanGenres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy

Plot Summary

In Jumanji: The Next Level, Spencer returns to the magical Jumanji game to rescue his friends. However, the game is broken, and his friends are transported into different, more dangerous avatars within the game. They must embark on a perilous quest through unfamiliar lands, facing new challenges and a menacing villain, to complete the game and find a way back home.

Critical Reception

Jumanji: The Next Level was a commercial success and generally received positive reviews from critics, who praised its humor, action sequences, and the chemistry among its cast. While some found it formulaic compared to its predecessor, it was widely seen as a fun and entertaining adventure film.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its humor and high-octane action sequences.
  • The cast's chemistry and comedic performances are a highlight.
  • Some critics noted a familiar plot structure, but acknowledged its entertainment value.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's consistent humor and exciting adventure, with many appreciating the cast's comedic timing and the blend of action and fantasy. Some viewers found the story to be predictable but still enjoyed it as a fun popcorn movie.

Fun Fact

Danny DeVito and Danny Glover were cast as Spencer's grandfather and his estranged friend, respectively, largely because the actors playing their avatars (Dwayne Johnson and Kevin Hart) were big fans and wanted to work with them.

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5 reviews
Andre Gonzales

Andre Gonzales

Not as good as the other one. I didn't like the whole switching characters. If they would have left that part out, it would have been way better.
Louisa Moore - Screen Zealots

Louisa Moore - S...

When it comes to constructing a successful sequel, sometimes it’s best not to mess with a proven formula. Such is the case with “Jumanji: The Next Level,” an energetic, rollicking, ridiculously amusing part two to the much-loved 2017 reboot...
bermillo.mrk

bermillo.mrk

Fun and exciting. Highly recommended!
NickFriday2005

NickFriday2005

The Movie Was So Cool! I Want To Watch The Again And Again!
SWITCH.

SWITCH.

The film is punchy, landing some great jokes that will make you laugh out loud, with an entertaining, slightly predictable story. It wasn’t as good as the first 'Jumanji', but it is a great quality sequel and is full of family fun! - Lily ...