The Jumanji franchise continues its action-packed, hilarious journey with Jumanji 4 (2025), bringing back the beloved ensemble cast for another round in the wild, unpredictable world of the Jumanji game. This new installment takes the adventure to the next level, with new characters, thrilling challenges, and even more laughs. Directed by Jake Kasdan, the film delivers all the fun, excitement, and heart that fans have come to expect.

Plot Overview:
Jumanji 4 picks up after the events of Jumanji: The Next Level (2019), where our group of friends—Spencer (Alex Wolff), Bethany (Madison Iseman), Fridge (Ser’Darius Blain), and Martha (Morgan Turner)—are back for another round of adventure. This time, the stakes are higher as the game has evolved, making the virtual world even more unpredictable and dangerous.

After a mysterious glitch, the friends find themselves drawn back into Jumanji, but this time the game has expanded and the environment has become even more immersive. What was once a jungle adventure has now transformed into an expansive, multi-layered world where time flows differently, new characters are introduced, and the rules of the game are more complex than ever.

In this new Jumanji world, the group is faced with unexpected challenges, new characters (played by a few fresh faces), and mind-bending puzzles. But it’s not just about completing the game anymore—they must also deal with a sinister new force that controls the game and threatens to escape into the real world if not stopped.

To defeat this new enemy, they must rely on not only their gaming skills but also their friendship, wit, and the lessons they’ve learned from past adventures. The group is forced to team up with unlikely allies and face their deepest fears in order to save both the real world and the virtual one.

Acting:
The returning cast is in top form, bringing the same charm and chemistry that made the Jumanji reboot series so beloved. Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Kevin Hart, Jack Black, and Karen Gillan reprise their roles as the in-game avatars, each bringing their own unique style of humor to the table. The actors continue to have great fun with their roles, especially in how they navigate being “stuck” in the bodies of their in-game counterparts.

The dynamic between the characters has only deepened, with Spencer, Fridge, Martha, and Bethany showing more growth as individuals. They now understand the game more than ever and are ready to tackle the challenges ahead, making their friendship even more vital to their survival in the game.

The new additions to the cast also bring fresh energy, with new avatars and characters that shake things up and add a different flavor to the adventure. The performances are solid, with the newcomers fitting right in with the established cast, adding to the film’s fun and exciting vibe.

Direction and Comedy:
Jake Kasdan once again proves to be a master of balancing high-energy action with character-driven humor. Jumanji 4 continues the series’ tradition of mixing thrilling action sequences with laugh-out-loud moments. The pacing of the film is fast and entertaining, with plenty of surprises, explosive action scenes, and clever references to the previous films.

The visual effects are stunning, with the game’s digital world becoming even more detailed and expansive. The action sequences are dynamic and visually captivating, with some truly jaw-dropping moments that take advantage of modern CGI while staying true to the franchise’s light-hearted nature. The film doesn’t shy away from the slapstick comedy that has made the series so enjoyable, delivering plenty of moments that are as absurd as they are funny.

Themes:
At its core, Jumanji 4 continues to explore themes of friendship, self-discovery, and the importance of teamwork. As the characters face increasingly difficult challenges, they must rely on each other and use their strengths to overcome obstacles. The evolution of the characters, especially how they’ve grown from the first film, is a significant part of the emotional heart of the story.