Jumanji 1996
What is Jumanji?
The television series "Jumanji" features two main characters, Judy and Peter Shepherd, who discover a board game called "Jumanji". The game has a unique feature where the players are given a "game clue" after each turn.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1996
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 40
- Runtime
- 20 minutes
- First aired
- Sep 8, 1996
- Last aired
- Dec 10, 1998
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- UPN, Syndication
- Genres
- Animation, Kids, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
- Updated
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The television series "Jumanji" features two main characters, Judy and Peter Shepherd, who discover a board game called "Jumanji". The game has a unique feature where the players are given a "game clue" after each turn. Judy and Peter are then drawn into a jungle environment where they encounter a man named Alan Parrish. Alan was previously trapped in the jungle due to his failure to find his corresponding clue. The series follows the adventures of Judy, Peter, and Alan as they navigate the jungle and attempt to solve their respective clues in order to escape.
Should you watch it?
“Kids unleash a magical board game that drags them into a wild jungle adventure.”
- Imaginative jungle setting
- Blend of animation and adventure
- Targeted at younger audiences, may not engage older viewers
Watch it if you enjoy whimsical adventure stories for kids.
The series features mild peril and fantasy elements suitable for children.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 13 episodes
- E1 The Price Sep 8, 1996
- E2 Bargaining For Time Sep 15, 1996
- E3 Masked Identity Sep 22, 1996
- E4 Ransom or Redhead Sep 29, 1996
- E5 Master Builder Oct 13, 1996
- E6 No Dice Oct 27, 1996
- E7 Love on the Rocks Nov 3, 1996
- E8 The Law of Jumanji Nov 17, 1996
- E9 Stormy Weather Nov 24, 1996
- E10 El Pollo Jumanji Feb 2, 1997
- E11 Perfect Match Feb 9, 1997
- E12 The Gift Feb 16, 1997
- E13 Truth Or Consequently Feb 23, 1997
Season 2 · 13 episodes
- E1 The Red and the Black Sep 21, 1997
- E2 Eye of the Sea Sep 27, 1997
- E3 Brantford, the Game Oct 5, 1997
- E4 Air Judy Oct 12, 1997
- E5 The Palace of Clues Oct 19, 1997
- E6 The Master of the Game Oct 26, 1997
- E7 Robo-Peter Nov 2, 1997
- E8 Mud Boy Nov 9, 1997
- E9 The Magic Chest Nov 16, 1997
- E10 The Trial Nov 23, 1997
- E11 The Riddle of Alan Feb 8, 1998
- E12 Night of the Hunters Feb 15, 1998
- E13 The Plague Feb 22, 1998
Season 3 · 14 episodes
- E1 The Three Peters Sep 8, 1998
- E2 Young Alan Sep 15, 1998
- E3 The Intruder Sep 25, 1998
- E4 Oh, Grow Up Sep 29, 1998
- E5 Return of Squint Oct 7, 1998
- E6 Armageddon Oct 16, 1998
- E7 Love Potion Oct 22, 1998
- E8 Sorceress of Jumanji Oct 27, 1998
- E9 The Ultimate Weapon Nov 2, 1998
- E10 Who Am I? Nov 11, 1998
- E11 Nothing to Fear Nov 17, 1998
- E12 The Doll Nov 27, 1998
- E13 An Old Story Nov 30, 1998
- E14 Good Bye Jumanji Dec 10, 1998
Frequently asked questions
What is Jumanji?
Jumanji is an enchanted board game that transports players into a dangerous jungle until they solve clues.
Who are the main characters?
The series follows siblings Judy and Peter Shepherd and the trapped player Alan Parrish.
What age rating does the show have?
It is rated TV‑Y7, indicating it is appropriate for children ages seven and up.
What genres does the series combine?
It blends animation, kids adventure, action & adventure, sci‑fi, and fantasy elements.
When was the series released?
The Jumanji TV series was released in 1996.