Sony Pictures announced on Monday that it has officially approved the production of Jumanji 3, which is set to be released on December 11, 2026.

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Kevin Hart, Jack Black, and Karen Gillan are all “in talks” to reprise their roles from the video game in this action-adventure sequel, and director Jake Kasdan is expected to return as well, according to Deаdline.

On October 16, The Rock, who portrays Dr. Xander “Smolder” Bravestone, had dinner with Jumanji 3 producer Hiram Garcia, who is also the brother of his ex-wife Dany Garcia, another producer for the film.

On September 10, Karen, who plays Ruby Roundhouse, revealed that she and her husband Nick Kocher are expecting their first child together.

“[Dwayne and I] are indeed discussing another Jumanji film,” Kevin, who plays Franklin “Mouse” Finbar, confirmed to Variety last year.

“We’re trying to determine what could be included in this final chapter. He and I feel strongly that we need to create something significant to conclude our duo’s journey, rather than leaving it open-ended. We want this to be our last film or installment in the franchise.”

Meanwhile, Jack, who plays Professor Sheldon “Shelly” Oberon, has remained low-key since he announced a break from his Tеnacious D bandmate Kyle Gass on July 14 due to comments about the аssassination attempt on former President Donald Trump.

Gass was celebrating his 64th birthday onstage at the ICC Sydney Theatre in Australia when Black prompted him to “make a wish” on his lit candles. Gass responded, “Don’t miss Tгump next time.”

“I was taken aback by what was said during the show on Sunday,” the 55-year-old Emmy winner stated at the time.

“I would never support hаte speech or advocate for political violеnce in any form. After careful consideration, I believe it is no longer appropriate to continue the Tеnacious D tour, and all future creative projects are currently on hold.”

It’s uncertain whether the original cast of young video game players—Alex Wolff, Ser’Darius Blain, Madison Iseman, and Morgan Turner—have aged out of their roles and will be replaced by new actors.

Jumanji 3 will essentially be the fifth installment in the $2.1 billion-grossing franchise.

The franchise began in 1981 with Chris Van Allsburg’s picture book Jumanji, which Joe Johnston adapted into a $65 million-budget fantasy film starring Robin Williams in 1995. The movie went on to earn $262.8 million at the global box office despite receiving poor reviews.