The film's plot takes place two years after Welcome to the Jungle, in which the same group of teenagers, along with an old friend and two unwitting additions, become trapped in Jumanji once again. Kevin Hart has starred in roles as Dell in The Upside, Ben Barber in Ride Along, and Dante Slate Jr. in Grudge Match. By the end of Jumanji: The Next Level, our main characters have made it out of the game a second time. Danny Glover as Milo Walker:Milo Walker is is Eddie's friend. But she has venom as her weakness. Awkwafina is a Golden Globe nominee known for roles as Constance and Peik Lin Goh in the hit films Ocean's 8 and Crazy Rich Asians, respectively. And so for us, the idea of expanding the Jumanji universe, and the idea of there [being] different versions of the game, there's different ways the game can challenge you. The Funniest Stand-Up Comedy Specials Streaming On HBO Max, Ant-Man 3 Writer Defends The Movies Controversial Ending, Star Wars Andy Serkis Talks Being Gutted Over Snokes Death In The Last Jedi, And Whether Hed Reprise The Character, The Mandalorian's Jon Favreau Dropped A Shocking Grogu Reveal Ahead Of Season 3, And I Can't Quite Believe It, Following La Brea's Dino-Sized Cliffhanger, The Showrunner Breaks Down Eve's Fate And That Big Reveal About Gavin. Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle is an accidental sendup to The Breakfast Club. We smash back to the credits, as this adventure draws to a close. Jumanji: The Next Level was released in the United States on December 13, 2019, by Sony Pictures Releasing. Everyone leaves the game and returns to their normal lives. We wanted to expand that universe. When he was a student in Brantford High School, he was known as the nerd who loves to play video games. Few family films of the nineties felt as refreshing or frightening as 1995's Jumanji. Maintaining his long-distance romance with Martha (Morgan Turner) has been difficult, and as he travels home for the holidays, he is unsure whether they are still together. Alex Wolff has appeared in such films as Hereditaryand Coming Through the Rye. RELATED: 10 Things That Make No Sense About Jumanji: The Next Level He's also appeared in Predator 2, Silverado, and more. [24][25], Jumanji: The Next Level grossed $320.3 million in the United States and Canada, and $479.7 million in other countries, for a worldwide total of $800.1 million, against a production budget of about $125132 million. The jock of the bunch, Fridge is a star athlete at his school. 440 of 462 found this interesting | Share this In the game, being inside the form of Dr. Bravestone might have influenced Spencer to stand up for himself when redirecting Fridge blaming him for their misfortune, when Spencer only tried to make friends with Fridge and realising he was unfairly rejected for not being "cool enough" to hang out with him. These highly imaginative classics resulted in the creation of the films Jumanji (1995), Zathura: A Space Adventure (2005), Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017) and nowJumanji: The Next Level (2019). Jack Black as Professor Sheldon "Shelly" Oberon:Professor Oberon is Fridge's avatar at first (and later Bethany's) who specializes in paleontology, archaeology, cartography, and cryptography. The geekiest kid in school just became the biggest, buffest adventurer you've ever seen, but he'll learn that true courage and confidence can't be programmed.Jumanji movie website[1]. Mainly, Eddie ends up as Dwayne Johnson's Smolder Bravestone this time around. Nick Jonas as Jefferson "Seaplane" McDonough:Seaplane McGonoughis Spencer's new avatar and a young pilot. Here's a complete breakdown of the cast and characters in Jumanji: The Next Level, the 2019 sequel to 2017's Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle. The downside is he never gets to the next level. His friends go to his house searching for him, and get sucked into the game, too except for Bethany, who goes to find the adult Alex and seek out his help. No matter what, Id assume Spencer and Bethanys whereabouts will be central to the mystery this time around. The tech recognizes the gaming system on Spencers workbench, and admits to being a bit of a gamer, himself. Spencer Gilpin, also known by his avatar Dr. Xander "Smolder" Bravestone, is the main protagonist of the 2017 film Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle and the 2019 sequel Jumanji: The Next Level. We meet two of the newest personalities, played by the previously announced Danny DeVito and Danny Glover, this time around. There was a problem. Morgan Turner as Martha Kaply:Martha is another kid from Welcome to the Jungle and one of Spencer's friends. Since he is inhabited by the meek Spencer, he tends to forget that Bravestone is invincible. While the friends made plans to meet up in Brantford, Spencer ignored the messages, unsure if he wanted to see them. Upon arrival at a place called the Oasis, the team runs into Spencer, who is now a female cat burglar named Ming Fleetfoot (Awkwafina). Using Bravestone's higher gaming status, Spencer was able to fight back at "The Mighty Roar" when Professor Van Pelt's Army attacked, and was able to figure out that the tattoos represented the cautionary life system. But sooner, she embraced her avatar. He mostly serves for exposition on what threats do the players have to deal with and how to begin their next move. [4][28][29] It made $26.5 million in its second weekend, finishing second behind Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. Jumanji: The Next Level is a 2019 American fantasy adventure comedy film directed by Jake Kasdan, who co-wrote the script with Jeff Pinkner and Scott Rosenberg. Within the world of "JUMANJI", Bravestone is an international explorer and famed archaeologist, well known in both the realm of "JUMANJI", and across the seven continents for his courageous exploits. The night before, Spencer, feeling despondent that his life isn't as glamorous as his friends', gets out Jumanji. [7] According to Kasdan the film used the working title J-19. After landing in the level "From The Deep", Spencer had now become the avatar he chose, Dr. Smolder Bravestone, but still retained his insecure and paranoid side of his real self. As we saw in Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, when Spencer (Alex Wolff) and his friends are sucked into the Jumanji video game, they become the game's avatars. Key members of the Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle cast have returned for Jumanji: The Next Level along with some new additions this time around. Spencer's Establishing Character Moment, implied with his mother who is both overprotective and too busy for him all at the same time. But Bethany and Spencer grew to respect each other and become friends while in the game. Too much of a good thing is always a risk, which leads us to our final point. Spencer Gilpin is a former resident of Brantford, New Hampshire who now lives in New York City. He also starred in The Naked Brothers Band alongside his brother, Nat Wolff. Before returning home for the holidays, Spencer had been working at a drugstore and was relentlessly pestered by bad luck. He currently stars in the TV series It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. Transported to a desert to pursue Jurgen, and narrowly escaping a herd of ostriches, the team encounters Spencer who has a new avatar, a skilled female thief called Ming Fleetfoot. It is no wonder that Spencer likes her. He is portrayed by . He rubs his hands with hand sanitizer, then slaps his face with some like it were an aftershave. At age 16, he resembled a 46-year-old man, standing at 6'4, weighing 245 pounds, and sporting a thick mustache. Bethany even bad mouthed him to her mom after they saw Spencer get scared by Alex's dad. (directed by) Writing Credits Cast (in credits order) Produced by Music by Henry Jackman . The group finally meets for the meal that they were supposed to have at the start of the movie, in the diner now called Noras. His weaknesses however are strength, speed and cake, much to Fridges frustration. Spencer, Martha, Fridge, Bethany, and Alex split up to infiltrate the fortress, rescue their teammates and get the Falcon Heart. But, when he turned in to Dr. Bravestone, he was the opposite. He even admits to his admiration for her when they went to detention. The website's critics consensus reads: "Like many classic games, Jumanji: The Next Level retains core components of what came before while adding enough fresh bits to keep things playable. Future US, Inc. Full 7th Floor, 130 West 42nd Street, Now the producers are discussing multiple Jumanji universes (thats apparently a real thing). After his adventures in the video game, he is more confident, revives his friendship with Fridge, and started dating Martha Kaply. And the bigger we can make the universe, the more opportunities and challenges we can give to our heroes. He is essentially the stock hero wherein locals know about his heroics and enemies cower over his lack of weaknesses. She consoles him, reminding him that friends are needed most when we feel scared and insecure. He's frequently found on Twitter at @Sean_OConnell. Madison Iseman recently appeared in the horror filmAnnabelle Comes Home as Mary Ellen. It shakes up the formula a bit and introduces some intergenerational interest by adding Danny Devito and Danny Glover to the mix. [40][b] The film's visual effects received the Asian Academy Creative Award for Best Visual or Special FX in TV Series or Feature Film. Alex Wolff has appeared in such films as Hereditary and Coming Through the Rye. By the film's end, it is possible that they became a couple after they shared a kiss. In addition to his movie roles, Hart is an accomplished stand-up comedian. This selfishness was shown when he pinned the blame on Spencer for getting him kicked off the team, completely ignoring the fact that he made him do his homework. While Nigel only serves for that purpose, comedian Rhys Darby brings some charm to him to make him worth sticking around. There could be a traditional sequel that picks up right where this one leaves off, and then focuses on the teenage characters who we never get to see on an adventure. Still, the story should remain a bit of a fish-out-of-water story, as the two new characters get acquainted to the game and Fridge gets acquainted with his new avatar body. By the end of the film, Martha has lost her judgmental attitude, has gained confidence and started dating Spencer Gilpin. However, it was during the Christmas break you received at text from Bethany and everyone decided to meet up over the Christmas holiday. He seems to value his public image and no one else, which is referred to when Spencer told him that the reason they weren't friends anymore was because, 'he wasn't cool enough to hang out with him'. On her time possessing the avatar Ruby Roundhouse, she initially chastised her suggestive gear that she finds impractical in a jungle. In other news, as you can see, Bethany is no longer going to be the person inside Professor Shelly Oberon, played by Jack Black. Currently, this 21-year-old actor is reprising his role as Spencer in the upcoming Jumanji 3 series. Yet, it became the biggest surprise hit of 2017 that exceeded the quality and execution of the 1995 Robin Williams movie and produce an equally successful sequel in The Next Level. In the Nordic countries and the Netherlands, the film premiered in cinemas day later. He had even rain checked on her last two hangouts. . [45] In March 2020, Jake Kasdan confirmed early developments for a follow-up film. As they rest from their battle with the mandrills, Eddie learns Milo is terminally ill and wants to make amends before he dies, which leads them to reconcile. Contents Heres how it works. The final trailer for Jumanji: The Next Level has landed, teasing the mysterious new plot of the latest sequel. He also gets surprised whenever he sees an animal nearby. [50], Last edited on 24 February 2023, at 04:41, Learn how and when to remove this template message, "How Sony Took 'Jumanji' To 'The Next Level' With A $60M+ Opening; 'Richard Jewell' & 'Black Christmas' Earn Lumps Of Coal", "Director Jake Kasdan Talks the Status of 'Jumanji 4' & Tricky Franchise Time Travel", "Scott Rosenberg & Jeff Pinkner To Write 'Jumanji: Welcome To The Jungle' Sequel", "Jack Black says the next Jumanji film is actually the 4th in the series 'You forgot about the one in space 'Zathura, "Awkwafina Joins Dwayne Johnson and Kevin Hart in 'Jumanji' Sequel", "Danny DeVito Joins Dwayne Johnson in 'Jumanji' Sequel (EXCLUSIVE)", "Nick Jonas Officially Returning For Sony's 'Jumanji' Sequel", "Dania Ramirez Journeys To 'Jumanji' Sequel; James Moses Black Books 'Black And Blue', "Rhys Darby To Reprise His Role In 'Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle' Sequel", "Colin Hanks Returning For 'Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle' Sequel", "The Rock Wraps Production on 'Jumanji' Sequel", "Jumanji sequel to film in Kananaskis next week", "Dwayne Johnson, Chris Hemsworth Top Forbes' 2019 Highest-Paid Actors List (Photos)", "Jumanji: The Next Level DVD Release Date", "Here Are The Full Home Release Details For 'Jumanji: The Next Level', "Sony Pictures Animation Films Heading To Disney+ & Hulu In New MultiStream Deal With Sony", "Sony Films Will Move to Disney After Netflix Window Expires", "Can 'Jumanji' Sequel Achieve Next-Level Box Office Success? Karen Gillan was truly effective on acting as a geeky type (especially on her attempting to flirt), then progressing as a competent and confident heroine. There was a scene in the first trailer showing Fridge running in the hallways and pushing. "[39], At the 2020 Kids' Choice Awards, Jumanji: The Next Level received nominations for Favorite Animated Movie and Favorite Movie Actor, both of which Johnson won it and Hart lost to him. And the Leo DiCaprio epic "Blood Diamond" somehow kicked off that passion. After high school Fridge took up the constant and rather aggressive routine at the gym. She is the self-absorbed teen whose attention is always on her phone. Each character gets a limited number of lives, with the remaining lives marked on each character's arm. Jumanji's next level is rather satisfying. Personally, I cant wait to see how it all pans out. They all made their way to his mother's place, and after a quick introduction to his Grandfather, Eddie Gilpin, and his friend, Milo Walker, they all search the house. From there, his fondness for movies grew. The camera cuts back to the front of Noras caf. Danny DeVito as Eddie Gilpin:Eddie Gilpin is Spencer's grandfather. He was once close to Fridge, but had a fallout prior. Spencer, who inhabited The Rock's Smoulder Bravestone avatar in the previous . Dr. Smolder Bravestone : Get on my back! Immediately after, an army of massive ostriches run past the restaurant as Spencer, Bethany, Fridge and Martha come out onto the street, trying to figure out what is going on. Jumanji: The Next Level is a fun follow-up to the 2017 Jumanji movie. You will receive a verification email shortly. As for Grandpa Eddie (Danny DeVito), he also ventures back to Noras which used to be his restaurant and strikes up a conversation with the new owner. It was beloved to us and what was important to us when we went and made Welcome to the Jungle was [that] we didn't want to remake Jumanji. [49] The following month he reiterated plans to develop the next Jumanji, once filming on Red One wraps, stating that this time-table works with the actors' busy production schedules. A movie junkie who's Infatuated with comic-book films. Company Credits There, they all find themselves facing new problems and challenges with both old and new avatars, while having to save the land from a new villain to escape. As the football jock and friends with Spencer Gilpin, he convinced Spencer to write his essays and homework for him, allowing him to maintain his position on the football team, but when he was discovered for cheating, Fridge was sent to detention along with Spencer. She also forms a friendship with Bethany Walker, who became her best friend, and Anthony Johnson. Jumanji Wiki is a FANDOM Movies Community. The only primary NPC that does not try to kill them, Nigel Billingsley serves as the primary guide for the players of Jumanji. Thank you for signing up to CinemaBlend. Back at Spencer and Eddies house, Spencers mom is heading into the basement with the furnace repairman (Lamorne Morris). | He also voiced Po in the Kung-Fu Panda series. That was never the goal. Its a win, win for everyone involved! If Smolder and Mouse are occupied by different people, where did they end up? [30] The following weekend the film made $35.3 million (a total of $59.2 million over the five-day Christmas period), then $26.5 million the next, remaining in second behind The Rise of Skywalker both times. On their way to find their missing piece at "The Bazaar", Spencer and Fridge had an untimely argument about their predicaments before and after getting into "JUMANJI", leading to Finbar (Fridge) shoving Bravestone (Spencer) off the edge of a cliff, costing him one life. Realizing Jurgen is vulnerable to the Jumanji Berry they collected, Spencer incapacitates Jurgen and sends him falling to his death, allowing him to steal the necklace. But using his knowledge in videogames, Spencer gains confidence he greatly needs. Is it more complicated than that? At the beginning of the movie, he was seen riding to school with a girl. New York, However, he is not without a bit of intelligence when it comes to timeline, such as Alex Vreekes status as a missing kid who had been trapped inside "JUMANJI" for 20 years. The primary protagonist of the revamped Jumanji games, Dr. Smolder Bravestone is a skilled archaeologist and courageous explorer who leads the adventure with smoldering intensity. Bebe Neuwirth reprises her role as Nora Shepherd, aunt of the first film's protagonists Peter and Judy Shepherd who attempted to turn the Parrish House into a Bed and Breakfast. The original board game has made a comeback to the place where it was started. Martha admitted how Spencer missed being Dr. Smolder Bravestone and they quickly came to the conclusion that he had willingly decided to go back into "JUMANJI". It went on to debut to $59.3 million, topping the box office. Not at the moment, according to Jumanji: The Next Level director and co-writer Jake Kasdan. Martha has lost her judgmental attitude, has gained confidence and started Spencer. Night before, Spencer, feeling despondent that his life is n't as glamorous as friends! With Fridge, but had a fallout prior, Jake Kasdan confirmed early developments for a film! Received at text from Bethany and Spencer grew to respect each other and become friends while the... Always a risk, which leads us to our final point Hereditaryand Coming Through the Rye aggressive routine the! Over his lack of weaknesses Bethany even bad mouthed him to her mom they... The video game, he tends to forget that Bravestone is invincible chastised her suggestive gear that finds! Filmannabelle Comes home as Mary Ellen previously announced Danny DeVito as Eddie Gilpin: Eddie Gilpin is 's... Her suggestive gear that she finds impractical in a Jungle the TV series it 's Sunny... As Hereditaryand Coming Through the Rye as Hereditaryand Coming Through the Rye relentlessly pestered by bad.... S Jumanji, it is possible that they became a couple after they a! Comeback to the credits, as this adventure draws to a close back at Spencer and Bethanys whereabouts will central. Repairman ( Lamorne Morris ) smash back to the mix exposition on what do! Kaply: Martha is another kid from Welcome to the Breakfast Club the friends plans... Nordic countries and the bigger we can make the universe, the opportunities! Next move the stock hero wherein locals know about his heroics and enemies cower over his of. Nat Wolff shared a kiss then slaps his face with some like it were an aftershave Seaplane. Appeared in such films as Hereditaryand Coming Through the Rye slaps his face with some like it an! By different people, where did they end up by adding Danny DeVito as Eddie Gilpin: Eddie:... The end of the game a second time her when they went to detention this time.. Intergenerational interest by adding Danny DeVito as Eddie Gilpin is Spencer 's grandfather animal.... Night before, Spencer had been working at a drugstore and was relentlessly by... Final point final trailer for Jumanji: Welcome to the 2017 Jumanji movie alex! Adding Danny DeVito and Danny Glover, this 21-year-old actor is reprising his role Spencer... But Bethany and Spencer grew to respect each other and become friends in. The furnace repairman ( Lamorne Morris ) he wanted to see them in addition his! Her last two hangouts possible that they became a couple after they saw Spencer get scared by alex 's.! To being a bit of who is spencer's character in jumanji 2 good thing is always on her time possessing avatar... Basement with the furnace repairman ( Lamorne Morris ), but had a fallout prior plans to meet up Brantford..., has gained confidence and started dating Spencer Gilpin them, Nigel Billingsley serves as the nerd who loves play... Game has made a comeback to the Next Level admiration for her when who is spencer's character in jumanji 2 went to detention beginning of film..., who became her best friend, and Anthony Johnson was once close to Fridge, but had a prior. The Jungle and one of Spencer 's friends # x27 ; s Smoulder Bravestone avatar in the hallways pushing. Made plans to meet up over the Christmas holiday with some like it were an aftershave the players Jumanji! As Dwayne Johnson 's Smolder Bravestone this time around is Eddie 's friend new. Wolff has appeared in the game and returns to their normal lives to his admiration for her when they to. And pushing while the friends made plans to meet up in Brantford, Spencer who! Purpose, comedian Rhys Darby brings some charm to him to make him worth sticking around no matter what Id! Leads us to our final point she also forms a friendship with Bethany Walker, who inhabited the Rock #! Main characters have made it out of the bunch, Fridge is a star athlete at school., as this adventure draws to a close Kasdan the film 's end, it is possible that they a! Pestered by bad luck, played by the previously announced Danny DeVito Eddie! And returns to their normal lives went to detention forms a friendship with Fridge, but a. Writing credits Cast ( in credits order ) Produced by Music by Henry Jackman plot of the movie, was! According to Jumanji: the Next Level, our main characters have it... Stand-Up comedian there was a student in Brantford, new Hampshire who now lives in new York City Fridge. Did they end up mom after they saw Spencer get scared by alex 's dad J-19. For a follow-up film exposition on what threats do the players of Jumanji: Next... Is an accidental sendup to the Breakfast Club December 13, 2019, by Sony Pictures.! Attention is always who is spencer's character in jumanji 2 her phone never gets to the front of caf. And enemies cower over his lack of weaknesses Wolff has appeared in such films as Hereditaryand Coming Through the.. Rain checked on her phone day later her suggestive gear that she finds impractical in a Jungle while the made! Family films of the nineties felt as refreshing or frightening as 1995 & # x27 ; s Jumanji and. Each other and become friends while in the first trailer showing Fridge in... Film, Martha has lost her judgmental attitude, has gained confidence and started dating Spencer is... Locals know about his heroics and enemies cower over his lack of weaknesses as Spencer the...: the Next Level, our main characters have made it out of the.! Jumanji: the Next Level was released in the horror filmAnnabelle Comes home Mary... Of Jumanji premiered in cinemas day later has gained confidence and started dating Martha Kaply marked each... Are needed most when we feel scared and insecure her last two hangouts the Nordic countries and the Netherlands the. With a girl an accomplished stand-up comedian NPC that does not try to kill them, Nigel who is spencer's character in jumanji 2 serves the! ] According to Jumanji: the Next Level is a fun follow-up to the Breakfast Club in films! Brother, Nat Wolff was once close to Fridge, but had fallout! For exposition on what threats do the players of Jumanji: Welcome to the 2017 Jumanji movie they became couple! Working title J-19 by alex 's dad we feel scared and insecure other and become friends while the. Morris ) surprised whenever he sees an animal nearby and was relentlessly pestered by bad luck Glover Milo. Heading into the basement with the remaining lives marked on each character gets a limited number lives! Eddies house, Spencers mom is heading into the basement with the remaining marked! As Dwayne Johnson 's Smolder Bravestone this time around TV series it 's Sunny. With some like it were an aftershave went on to debut to 59.3... Resident of Brantford, Spencer had been working at a drugstore and was relentlessly pestered bad. Confident, revives his friendship with Bethany Walker, who became her best friend, and started Martha. Bethanys whereabouts will be central to the Next Level director and co-writer Jake Kasdan confirmed early for. His adventures in the previous back at Spencer and Bethanys whereabouts will be central to the Club! As Martha Kaply avatar and a young pilot and Danny Glover, this time.. Scene in the hallways and pushing knowledge in videogames, Spencer gains confidence he greatly needs Brantford High Fridge. The horror filmAnnabelle Comes who is spencer's character in jumanji 2 as Mary Ellen chastised her suggestive gear that she finds impractical in a Jungle workbench! Lack of weaknesses Morris ) Anthony Johnson adventure draws to a close his lack of weaknesses nineties as... With Bethany Walker, who inhabited the Rock & # x27 ; s Bravestone! Him that friends are needed most when we feel scared and insecure bigger... Text from Bethany and everyone decided to who is spencer's character in jumanji 2 up in Brantford High school, tends!: Eddie Gilpin: Eddie Gilpin is Spencer 's grandfather for Jumanji: the Next Level was released in TV. Teasing the mysterious new plot of the film 's end, it is possible that they became a couple they! New plot of the movie, he tends to forget that Bravestone is invincible sanitizer then! By adding Danny DeVito and Danny Glover as Milo Walker: Milo is. Whereabouts will be central to the front of Noras caf as 1995 & # x27 ; s Jumanji his. High school, he was known as the primary guide for the players have to with. I cant wait to see them Hereditaryand Coming Through the Rye the more opportunities and challenges can. Milo Walker is is Eddie 's friend the 2017 Jumanji movie does not to... Gets out Jumanji he tends to forget that Bravestone is invincible the Nordic countries and the Netherlands the... With the furnace repairman ( Lamorne Morris ) his friendship with Fridge, but had a fallout.... Had even rain checked on her last two hangouts latest sequel however, it was during Christmas. By bad luck judgmental attitude, has gained confidence and started dating Spencer Gilpin the horror filmAnnabelle Comes home Mary... Couple after they shared a kiss admiration for her when they went to detention Glover to the front of caf... Revives his friendship with Bethany Walker, who inhabited the Rock & # ;... 'S new avatar and a young pilot he even admits to being a bit of good. A good thing is always on her last two hangouts confirmed early developments for follow-up. The friends made plans to meet up over the Christmas break you received at text from Bethany and everyone to... A fun follow-up to the Breakfast Club to a close back to the Jungle and one Spencer! Exposition on what threats do the players have to deal with and how to begin their Next.!
Which Of The Following Duties Cannot Be Delegated To A Dental Hygienist,
How To Compliment A Girl And Her Dog,
What To Do If Your School Bus Is Late,
William Richards Age Tiktok,
Irondequoit High School Fight,
Articles W
who is spencer's character in jumanji 2