Zathura: A Space Adventure
Directed by Jon Favreau
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- ShaydeknightOctober 25, 2025Is Zathura a Jumanji clone? A sequel? Or Jon Favreau’s love letter to a film he admired? Hard to say. But whatever it is, I liked it. Dax Shepard’s performance is quietly riveting, he brings real warmth and depth to a role that could easily have been forgettable. The two kids, Josh Hutcherson and Jonah Bobo, both deliver impressively grounded performances, and even the famously hyper-expressive (that was irony) Kristen Stewart does a solid job as the bossy older sister. There are a few plot holes here and there (I still don’t know how many turns Lisa was supposed to be in cryosleep) but nothing serious enough to derail the fun. Favreau guides his young cast with confidence, balancing genuine tension with humor and wonder. The result is an inventive, fast-paced adventure that keeps both kids and adults engaged. It’s tempting to compare Zathura to Jumanji, but I think that’s a disservice. This isn’t a lesser copy, it’s a story with a different tone, a different rhythm, and a different kind of heart. Different game, different people, different idiom, different energy. It's a good ride and fun for the whole family!
- ርልዪረMay 7, 2026"Zathura" is a science-fiction movie directed by Jon Favreau, and based on a book by Chris Van Allsburg. "Zathura" is similar to "Jumanji," which is also based on the work of Van Allsburg. In this story, two quarreling brothers discover an old board game in the basement, which launches their house into outer space. This movie does not quite have the scope of "Jumanji," but it is still enjoyable. There is a lot of excitement, and the visuals are well done. The movie has a good retro science-fiction look. The story is adequate, teaching some lessons as it goes. At times, though, it might seam preachy. In the end, "Zathura" is still worth watching.
- RichardApril 19, 2026It might not have received the acclaim and attention it deserved compared to Jumanji, but it still offers a nice scifi adventure that's enjoyable for both kids and adults. The film stays true to its source and doesn't attempt to expand beyond what the simple story can handle. With good looking visuals, well paced action and a solid cast, it provides an entertaining viewing experience that is unjustly overlooked.
- stuhannafordOctober 14, 2025There’s a few black hole sized plot issues, but it’s a good, solid, family fun movie. Not quite the heart and warmth of Jumanji, and the story is on a fairly obvious trajectory, but it’s entertaining enough to keep you watching, even though it does start to lose its way a little at the midpoint.
Zathura: A Space Adventure Trivia
Zathura: A Space Adventure was released on November 6, 2005.
Zathura: A Space Adventure was directed by Jon Favreau.
Zathura: A Space Adventure has a runtime of 1h 41m.
Zathura: A Space Adventure was produced by William Teitler, Michael De Luca, Scott Kroopf.
After their father is called into work, two young boys, Walter and Danny, are left in the care of their teenage sister, Lisa, and told they must stay inside. Walter and Danny, who anticipate a boring day, are shocked when they begin playing Zathura, a space-themed board game, which they realize has mystical powers when their house is shot into space. With the help of an astronaut, the boys attempt to return home.
The key characters in Zathura: A Space Adventure are Walter Budwing (Josh Hutcherson), Danny Budwing (Jonah Bobo), Astronaut (Dax Shepard).
Zathura: A Space Adventure is rated PG.
Zathura: A Space Adventure is a Family, Fantasy, Science Fiction film.
Zathura: A Space Adventure has an audience rating of 5.2 out of 10.
Zathura: A Space Adventure had a budget of $65M.
Zathura: A Space Adventure has made $65.1M at the box office.