How to Watch Jumanji in Order
To watch Jumanji: The Next Level, start with Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle.
Watch Jumanji in release order for a first viewing — start with Jumanji (1995). There are 4 films, released between 1995–2019. That is 5.8 hours across the 3 released films. Only 2 are essential to follow the story — 4 hours. Jumanji: Open World has not been released yet.
The full checklist
0 of 4 watched- 1Jumanji1995104m
- 2Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle2017Essential119m
- 3Jumanji: The Next Level2019Essential123m
- 4Jumanji: Open World2026Not out yet
Ranked by rating
TMDB user score- 1Jumanji19957.2
- 2Jumanji: The Next Level20196.9
- 3Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle20176.8
Frequently asked questions
What is the correct order to watch Jumanji?
For a first viewing, watch Jumanji in release order, starting with Jumanji (1995) and ending with Jumanji: The Next Level (2019). That is the order the story was written to be discovered in.
How many Jumanji films are there?
There are 4 Jumanji films, 3 of which have been released.
Can I skip any Jumanji films?
2 of the 4 films carry the main story: Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, Jumanji: The Next Level. The other 2 can be skipped on a first watch without losing the plot.
Where should a first-time viewer start with Jumanji?
Start with Jumanji, released in 1995. It introduces the characters and setting the later films build on.
How long does it take to watch all of Jumanji?
Watching every Jumanji film takes 5.8 hours across the 3 released films. Sticking to the 2 essential films takes 4 hours.
Is there a new Jumanji film coming?
Yes — Jumanji: Open World is announced and not yet released. Everything before it is listed above in order.
Last updated September 13, 2026