Dwayne Johnson has finally confirmed what fans have been waiting to hear—Jumanji 3 is officially happening and will begin filming this November. The actor made the announcement while speaking at a film festival, where he opened up about his future projects and how he’s balancing big adventure films with more personal, transformative roles.
The new Jumanji will mark the third installment after the massive success of Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle in 2017 and Jumanji: The Next Level in 2019. Both movies became global hits thanks to their fun, high-stakes adventures and the unbeatable comedic chemistry between Johnson and Kevin Hart. Johnson confirmed that he and Hart will reunite for this new chapter, bringing back the energy that fans love.
But while he’s returning to blockbuster territory, Johnson also revealed he’s focusing on projects that push him as an actor. He spoke about Lizard Music, an upcoming Benny Safdie film based on Daniel Pinkwater’s novel, where he plays a quirky 70-year-old character named Chicken Man. Preparing for the role has required a complete transformation—after bulking up with 30 extra pounds of muscle for The Smashing Machine, he’s now shedding weight to embody the eccentric new character. Johnson said Safdie’s pitch won him over instantly, ending with him telling the director, “I am your Chicken Man.”
Reflecting on his career, Johnson admitted that in the past, he allowed himself to get boxed into predictable action-hero roles. With projects like The Smashing Machine and Lizard Music, he hopes to showcase a different side of his talent.
For fans of Jumanji, though, the biggest takeaway is clear: filming begins in November, and with Johnson and Hart back together, the franchise is set to deliver another round of action, laughs, and adventure on the big screen.