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Taking to Instagram, Johnson announced that the currently untitled Jumanji 3 has completed principal photography. In an emotional post, he shared behind-the-scenes photos and reflected on his time in the franchise, honoring his collaborators. Johnson ended his caption on a poignant note, paying respect to the late, great Robin Williams, who starred in the original Jumanji film from the ’90s. Check out Johnson’s post in the space below:
Can Jumanji 3 End the Modern Series on a High Note?
The first two Jumanji movies starring Johnson received mostly positive reviews; 2017’s Welcome to the Jungle has a 77% score on Rotten Tomatoes, while The Next Level is only slightly below with a 72%. Both are considered to be entertaining studio tentpoles that don’t necessarily reinvent the wheel but still do a good job of retaining the spirit of the Robin Williams original. With director Jake Kasdan back calling the shots on this next installment, the hope is he can close this era of Jumanji on a high note. He’s proven to be a strong fit for this material twice before, crafting adventure films that mix genre thrills with fun performances.
Outside of the tease of the Jumanji game spilling over into the real world, plot details are largely unknown for the time being. However, throughout the process of making Jumanji 3, Johnson has made a point to emphasize that this is the final go-around for the current cast. The goal, then, was to make something truly special that not only wrapped things up in a satisfying manner, but also highlighted the enduring legacy of the Jumanji IP. It’s unknown what the future holds for Jumanji after this upcoming film, so the idea is to send the team off in style. Everyone involved is aware of what Jumanji means to the fans and how important it is to get the final movie right, so from a quality perspective, Jumanji 3 should be in good shape.
