Jumanji (1995)
Kernel Score: 81% · 11,148 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Adventure, Fantasy, Family
Released: 1995-12-15
Runtime: 104 minutes
Is Jumanji worth watching?
Worth watching. A magical board game turns a quiet house into a jungle, with Robin Williams as a man freed after decades. It has charm and real chaos, though the effects look dated.
Watch it if you
- want a family adventure
- enjoy Robin Williams's energy
- like fantasy with real danger
Skip it if you
- dislike dated effects
- want slick modern action
Best for: Family movie night
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch Jumanji
- Stream: Netflix
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
When siblings Judy and Peter discover an enchanted board game that opens the door to a magical world, they unwittingly invite Alan -- an adult who's been trapped inside the game for 26 years -- into their living room. Alan's only hope for freedom is to finish the game, which proves risky as all three find themselves running from giant rhinoceroses, evil monkeys and other terrifying creatures.
Jumanji parents' guide: ages 6+
Parents need to know that Jumanji is a fantasy adventure with scary jungle creatures and stampedes but a strong message about facing fears together.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Features giant insects, stampeding animals, and perilous jungle chaos rated PG for scares.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
Movies like Jumanji
If you liked Jumanji, these are the movies we'd watch next.
- Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002) — 87%: Magical school adventure with a similar sense of wonder.
- Peter Pan (2003) — 82%: Classic fantasy adventure about growing up.
- Jungle Cruise (2021) — 81%: Light jungle adventure with a likeable duo.
- E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) — 85%: Family classic with a heartfelt friendship.
- The Princess Bride (1987) — 85%: Fairy-tale fun for adults and kids alike.
- The Wizard of Oz (1939) — 87%: Timeless fantasy adventure.
Director
Cast
- Robin Williams as Alan Parrish
- Kirsten Dunst as Judy Shepherd
- Bradley Pierce as Peter Shepherd
- Bonnie Hunt as Sarah Whittle
- Jonathan Hyde as Samuel Alan Parrish / Van Pelt
- Bebe Neuwirth as Nora Shepherd
- David Alan Grier as Carl Bentley
- Adam Hann-Byrd as Young Alan
- Patricia Clarkson as Carol Anne Parrish
- Laura Bell Bundy as Young Sarah
Jumanji FAQ
Is Jumanji worth watching?
Worth watching. A magical board game turns a quiet house into a jungle, with Robin Williams as a man freed after decades. It has charm and real chaos, though the effects look dated.
Where can I watch Jumanji?
In the US you can stream Jumanji on Netflix and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Jumanji OK for kids?
Jumanji is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 6+. Parents need to know that Jumanji is a fantasy adventure with scary jungle creatures and stampedes but a strong message about facing fears together.
What movies are like Jumanji?
If you liked Jumanji, try Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Peter Pan, Jungle Cruise and E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial.