Harsh Vardhan
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, a household name in the entertainment industry, has carved an extraordinary career path that has taken him from the wrestling ring to Hollywood’s A-list. Born on May 2, 1972, in Hayward, California, Johnson’s journey to stardom began with his wrestling career in the 1990s. His charisma and athleticism quickly propelled him to become one of the most iconic figures in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE), earning him numerous championships and legions of fans.
Transitioning seamlessly from wrestling to acting, Johnson made his cinematic debut in 2001’s ‘The Mummy Returns,’ where he portrayed the Scorpion King. This marked the beginning of a remarkable film career that has seen him tackle diverse roles, from action-packed blockbusters like ‘Fast & Furious’ and ‘Jumanji: The Next Level’ to heartfelt family films like ‘Moana,’ where he lent his voice to the character Maui. Undoubtedly one of the most industrious individuals in the entertainment industry, Johnson consistently amazes as he effortlessly embraces project after project with unwavering dedication and zeal. Here is a comprehensive look at his upcoming projects.
1. Moana (July 10, 2026)
‘Moana’ is on the horizon as an eagerly anticipated live-action fantasy musical film based on Disney’s ‘Moana’ (2016). The original movie revolves around Moana’s journey to return the heart of the goddess Te Fitti from Maui after the plants and the fish on her island start dying due to a blight. The exciting news comes with the confirmation that Johnson is reprising his charismatic role as Maui in this upcoming adaptation. However, Catherine Laga’aia, and not Auli’i Cravalho (the voice of Moana in the animated version), will voice the titular character. The rest of the voice cast includes Frankie Adams as Sina, Rena Owen as Gramma Tala, and John Tui as Chief Tui. The film is helmed by Thomas Kail, with Dwayne Johnson also taking on a producing role. As of now, ‘Moana’ has completed post-production and is steadily working its way toward a highly anticipated release scheduled for July 10, 2026. You can watch the trailer here.
2. Jumanji 3 (December 25, 2026)
Post-production of ‘Jumanji 3’ is underway. Integral to the resounding success of the recent films has been the stellar cast comprising Johnson, Karen Gillan, Kevin Hart, Jack Black, Awkwafina, and Nick Jonas, whose involvement has been nothing short of pivotal. In addition, Bebe Neuwirth, who starred in the Robin Williams-led ‘Jumanji’ (1995) will also play a role, perhaps reprising her character Nora Shepherd. Danny DeVito and Alex Wolff are also cast. Jake Kasdan is at the helm of the movie, which is slated for release on December 25, 2026.
3. Fast Forever (March 17, 2028)
The forthcoming sequel, ‘Fast Forever,’ is expected to continue the storyline of ‘Fast X,’ following the precarious situation of Dom and his son Brian after their dramatic encounter with Dante’s dam detonation. With Louis Leterrier at the helm and based on a story by Christina Hodson and Oren Uziel, fans are eager to witness the resurrection of Gal Gadot’s character Gisele Yashar and the return of Johnson’s Luke Hobbs in the movie, as hinted at in a tantalizing post-credits scene. The film will also feature Vin Diesel, Jason Statham, Michelle Rodriguez, Jason Momoa, Nathalie Emmanuel, Sung Kang, Tyrese Gibson, and Chris “Ludacris” Bridges. ‘Fast Forever’ has yet to begin filming and will reportedly shoot in Los Angeles. It will be released on March 17, 2028.
4. Untitled Hawaiian Gangster Project (TBA)
Johnson has been roped in for Martin Scorsese’s Hawaii-set gangster drama. The plot is set during the war for the Aloha State’s criminal underworld during the 1960s and 70s. It follows a homegrown crime boss, who locks horns with rival crime syndicates and multinational corporations for control over the then-new state. Johnson will star alongside Emily Blunt and Leonardo DiCaprio. Nick Bilton is the writer. The project is currently in its pre-production stage, and more details are awaited.
5. Lizard Music (TBA)
Johnson is re-teaming with director Benny Safdie for ‘Lizard Music,’ a feature adaptation of Daniel M. Pinkwater’s eponymous novel. The Amazon MGM Studios-backed project has been adapted for the screen by Safdie. It centers on a young boy, who stumbles upon strange lizard musicians on late-night TV, leading him to befriend a peculiar septuagenarian Chicken Man (Johnson) and his 111-year-old chicken friend Claudia. Their quest for answers reveals hidden worlds and an unlikely but magical friendship. No other cast member has been revealed yet. The movie has yet to begin production.
6. Monster Jam (TBA)
Johnson will star in the motorsport feature ‘Monster Jam,’ a new live-action movie set in the Monster Jam Universe. The project was announced by the actor at the D23 Expo in 2024. The movie is poised to bring the larger-than-life Monster Jam trucks and personalities from the stadium to the screen. More details about the project are awaited.
7. Breakthrough (TBA)
Johnson will star in Darren Aronofsky’s thriller drama ‘Breakthrough.’ Written by Zeke Goodman, the plot is set in 2000s California, and follows a lonely young man who falls under the spell of a charismatic self-improvement guru, without suspecting the dark manipulation methods behind the latter’s captivating personality. The A24-backed project is in the pre-production phase, and more details regarding the cast and release are awaited.
8. Red Notice 2 (TBA)
While the storyline remains shrouded in secrecy, ‘Red Notice 2’ is in the pipeline and is expected to enter production in late 2024. Fans can look forward to the return of Johnson, Ryan Reynolds, and Gal Gadot as John Hartley, Nolan Booth, and The Bishop, respectively. The appetite for a sequel was evident even before the original ‘Red Notice’ debuted on Netflix, with Johnson expressing his interest in a follow-up.
Johnson’s Seven Bucks Productions played a pivotal role in bringing the first installment to the screen, and they are once again involved in the production of the sequel, to be helmed by Rawson Marshall Thurber. The film is currently in its scripting stage. Furthermore, a third ‘Red Notice’ film was also greenlit by Netflix, with a back-to-back filming schedule in place. There is no release date announced yet.
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