Jack Black has formally announced his comeback for Jumanji 4, contrary to previous claims. Only recently, while promoting A Minecraft Movie, Black cast some doubt on the production of the sequel, saying he would not believe it until he set foot on set. But in a twist of fate, the actor has now disclosed that the movie is actually on, and he’s part of it.
A Playful Misdirection
During an appearance on the TODAY show, Black participated in a rapid-fire game where he addressed the status of several of his past films. When asked about School of Rock, he dismissed the idea of a sequel but left the door slightly open by saying, “Never say never.” However, when Jumanji came up, he responded with a confident “Highly likely,” before adding, “It’s in the works… Spoiler alert, I’m in it!”
This announcement flew directly in the face of his earlier statements, confirming that his initial pessimism was merely a good show. Prone to using his timing for comedic effect, Black even poked fun at the release date, announcing Jumanji 4 would be coming out in “Christmas 2030” before almost immediately affirming the real date: December 11, 2026.
What to Expect from Jumanji 4
Sony Pictures has gone ahead with the much-awaited sequel, which will be directed by Jake Kasdan once again. The movie will be the third in the rebooted series of Jumanji, which started with Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017) and followed up with Jumanji: The Next Level (2019). With the franchise doing well, there are big hopes for another action-adventure comedy packed with crazy obstacles and surprise game-changers.
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Plot details are kept secret, but fans will be happy to know that Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart and Karen Gillan will be joining Black once again. With the series’ unique blend of comedy and adventure, Jumanji 4 is looking to become a huge holiday hit.
Jack Black’s Busy Schedule
Even with the occasional retirement wisecrack, Black is one of Hollywood’s most working actors. He has A Minecraft Movie, out April 4, 2025, starring opposite Jason Momoa. He is also shooting a reimagining of Anaconda, where he is wedding photographer Doug McCallister.
With Jumanji 4 officially in the works, further news is imminent. The fans can now breathe a sigh of relief knowing Black’s favorite character, Professor Shelly Oberon, is coming back for another thrilling jungle ride.
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