"Jumanji" is a 1995 American fantasy adventure film directed by Joe Johnston. The film is based on the 1981 children's book of the same name by Chris Van Allsburg. Starring Robin Williams, Kirsten Dunst, Bonnie Hunt, and Bradley Pierce, "Jumanji" tells the story of a magical board game with wild and dangerous consequences.
The plot centers around two children, Judy and Peter Shepherd (played by Kirsten Dunst and Bradley Pierce), who discover the enchanted board game "Jumanji" in the attic of a new house. As they start playing, they unwittingly unleash a series of jungle-themed challenges and creatures into the real world. The only way to finish the game and restore order is to reach the end.
The film is known for its mix of adventure, fantasy, and comedy. Robin Williams portrays Alan Parrish, a man who had been trapped in the game for 26 years and is now released to join the siblings in completing the game. "Jumanji" was a commercial success and has become a family classic, cherished for its imaginative storytelling, special effects, and the late Robin Williams' performance. The success of "Jumanji" led to an animated TV series, a sequel titled "Zathura: A Space Adventure," and, years later, a successful franchise with the release of films like "Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle" (2017) and its sequel, "Jumanji: The Next Level" (2019).