it's a one-joke affair that's better suited to a 'SNL' sketch than a two-hour feature; "The Next Level" seems like a studio following through an obligation to its shareholders rather than making something the audience would welcome
it doesn't have the surprise factor of the last film and sometimes feels rough around the edges, but "The Next Level" pushes its body-swap antics even further to deliver just as many laughs
for the most part, the film's values are in the right place, and apart from a few off-color bits, the humor serves the greater goal of looking past one's physical limitations and respecting friendships in whatever form they take
another funny, action-packed and satisfying piece of popcorn filmmaking; it's nothing new and there's no major twists on the formula, but there's something enjoyable about watching a franchise that truly nails what it does best
a very solid family-movie franchise, cheerfully drawing once more on the traditions of Indiana Jones and the body-swap movies of yesteryear; a really nice quadrophonic chemistry between its four stars; Jumanji's next level is rather satisfying
"The Next Level" eventually gives itself over to bigger, sillier gags. Still, it's a fitting followup, and while not as original as its predecessors, makes a strong claim for the series to keep earning extra lives
"The Next Level" brings laughs but doesn't set a new high score; even if "The Next Level" doesn't set a new high score, it still proves this franchise isn't out of lives just yet
Review rate : Bby Mary Sollosi[Entertainment Weekly ]
"Jumanji: The Next Level", is little more than an iteration on the successful formula than another evolution. It still has "fun and entertaining" going for it, but in a way that feels much more familiar and safe, rather than surprising
"Jumanji: The Next Level" is, for the want of a more original word, hilarious. Danny DeVito, Danny Glover and Awkwafina all deliver laughs, while the original quartet are excellent. It's Christmas, it's silly season, and it's five stars
"Jumanji: The Next Level" is largely a retread of the previous film, but some new, fun elements contribute to an exciting & uproarious adventure sequel; a must-see for fans of the last film, and an entertaining thrill-ride for all moviegoers