Top 10 Funniest Moments In Jumanji: The Next Level
Top 10 Funniest Moments from Jumanji: The Next Level
Another home run for the "Jumanji" franchise! Welcome to WatchMojo, and today, we're counting down our picks for the Top 10 Funniest Moments from "Jumanji: The Next Level"!
For this list, we're looking at the most hilarious scenes from the follow-up "Jumanji" movie. If you haven’t seen “The Next Level” yet, a Spoiler Warning is in effect...unless you want to pause this video to go watch it.
#10: Meet Eddie
Everyone has either met or encountered a grandparent who’s particularly stubborn or just plain determined to do things on their own. Not that those are bad traits, but Spencer's grandfather, Eddie, is especially headstrong. In the beginning of the movie, he tries to convince everyone that he can function just fine on his own...even though he's still recovering from hip surgery. Clearly, Eddie is not one to ask for help as he tells Spencer to not tell his mom about falling out of a chair (anddenies Bethany from helping him get to the kitchen). It’s Danny DeVito at his hilarious best, though!
#9: Smoldering Intensity
One of the best running gags from "Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle" was Dr. Bravestone's odd ability, Smoldering Intensity. (Really, when would this ever come in handy?) So, when Eddie this time takes the form of the muscled adventurer, we know it’s only a matter of time before he discovers this particular trait. However, he uses it at the most inopportune moments throughout the movie. Of course, because it is the hunky Dr. Bravestone, Martha gets a little… distracted… before quickly remembering who the character really is. Don't underestimate, Eddie, though - he discovers how (and when) to use Smoldering Intensity correctly by the end of the film!
#8: Switching Bodies
In general, "The Next Level" managed to mix things up a bit by having some of the old characters switch bodies and play as different characters. Seeing Fridge struggle to get a grip on being Shelly and Ruby, for example, was an absolute riot! And Spencer being played by Awkwafina had its fair share of funny moments - like when he's caught by his own grandpa. The only person missing from the party was Bethany. It was a bit of a shame that we didn't get more of her until the last third of the movie, but once she returned to Shelly Oberon's body, all was right in the world again. Also, that cool shot where they're all emerging from the water? Pure gold.
#7: Eddie’s Old Flame
While searching for Spencer in the Dunes, the gang tries to solve the meaning of a mysterious phrase, “follow the flame”. Part of the solution turns out to be an NPC known as “the Flame”, a former lover to Dr. Bravestone and girlfriend to the infamous mob boss, Switchblade. She then reveals to Bravestone (aka...Eddie) some critical information during their time at the Oasis. Unfortunately, Eddie has… other priorities. He takes the time to tell the group about his alleged hookup before relaying what the Flame REALLY said… and later on, he takes advantage of the Flame’s scripted behavior to make out with her.
#6: Milo & Eddie’s Fight
While traveling through Jumanji, Eddie and Milo get into a heated argument where we finally learn why Spencer’s grandfather is holding such a grudge. However, the bickering escalates kinda quickly once their camels start taking sides, prompting Milo to challenge his former friend. Given that (at this stage) Milo is Mouse and Eddie is Bravestone, anyone who has seen the previous film knows exactly how this is going to end… and so do Fridge and Martha. Even with all of his “tai chi” flowing through him, Milo spectacularly fails and yields. Yeah, Rule #1 in “Jumanji” - never challenge Bravestone to a fight.
#5: The Ostrich Chase
In addition to being one of the most thrilling scenes, this was the perfect way to assure audiences that “The Next Level” would not be the same experience as “Welcome to the Jungle”. When a confrontation with an ostrich goes horribly wrong, the group finds themselves caught in a stampede of these flightless birds. While Fridge and Martha scramble to find a way out, Eddie and Milo bumble about and discover some of their new abilities. Well… more so Eddie than Milo. The grandfather’s ego gets a little bit inflated as he punches ostriches and expertly catches Milo before he goes flying out of the dune buggy. Admittedly, though, wouldn’t anyone be impressed with themselves if they had inherited Bravestone’s powers?
#4: Bethany & Fridge - The Brothers Kababik
As Spencer and Martha sneak into Jurgen’s fortress, Bethany and Fridge pose as the brothers Kababik, a pair of siblings who are supposedly letting Jurgen marry their sister. And, despite the actual characters never making an appearance in the movie, we learn quite a bit about the brothers Kababik just from Bethany and Fridge’s ruse. For a short moment it seems like the two will be exposed for not knowing who is posing as which brother… but they get it together as Bethany claims to be the smarter one, while Fridge (unknowingly) claims to be the brother who sacrificed his testicles to stop a massive flood. Aw, Fridge - will you ever get a break?
#3: Strengths & Weaknesses
With a new game comes a new set of strengths and weaknesses, and some have gotten more ridiculous since the last movie. The moment when they all discover what they can and can’t do is a perfect blend of mild confusion and mounting frustration. On top of Eddie learning how to use Smoldering Intensity, Martha learns she can use nunchucks, and Milo is skillful in linguistics. Fridge, on the other hand, draws the short straw yet again. As Shelly Oberon, he’s gained the knowledge of geometry while being weak to heat, sun, and sand. You know, all of the best traits to have when you’re stranded in a place like… the Dunes!
#2: Eddie’s Rampage
It’s no secret that Eddie steals almost the entire movie, but his best moment comes as the group are trying to leave the Oasis. While Spencer and Milo disappear to go steal some camels, Eddie stands outside to guard the place. Remember, though - he doesn’t quite understand how video games work. So, it isn’t long before he starts picking fights with the locals and racking up a body count. By the time Spencer and Milo enlist the camels’ help, Eddie has already attracted Switchblade’s attention and promptly gets the whole group killed.
#1: Entering the Game
We had a feeling there’d be some confusion when Eddie and Milo entered the game, but we didn’t think it’d be quite this bad. Even after Martha explains (very clearly, we might add) that they are in a video game, the old men continue to ask the same questions, the best one being Eddie’s… What really drives the whole scene home, though, is that it’s our first taste of Dwayne Johnson and Kevin Hart mimicking Danny DeVito and Danny Glover - and their impressions are spot on! Don’t be surprised if you find yourself re-watching this scene in the future.