When we talk about major Hollywood franchises, one that doesn’t usually come up is Jumanji. That’s because while the first film, released in 1995, was a hit, it didn’t get an immediate sequel. Instead ...

One of Hollywood's greatest modern adventure movie franchises is officially just six months away from returning, hoping to build on its success.

Madeline Murphy remembers the instructions she was given on the set of “Jumanji” when she was an extra some 30 years ago: “Pretend you’re frightened and you’re screaming because an elephant’s coming ...