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Zathura is a 2005 science-fiction adventure film directed by Jon Favreau and adapted from Chris Van Allsburg's children's book. It follows two brothers who discover a magical board game that sends their house into outer space, where they encounter hazards including hostile Zorgons, a malfunctioning robot, and an astronaut. The film is connected to Jumanji as a related space-set story rather than a direct continuation of its plot.
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What happens in Zathura?
Brothers Walter and Danny find a mysterious board game that sends their house into outer space. Each turn creates dangers such as meteors, hostile Zorgons, and strange effects that they must survive.
Is Zathura connected to Jumanji?
Zathura is based on Chris Van Allsburg's 2002 picture book and is often described as a spiritual companion to Jumanji. The 2005 film does not use Robin Williams' characters or continue the plot of the 1995 Jumanji movie.
Who directed the Zathura movie?
Zathura was directed by Jon Favreau and released in 2005. The main cast includes Josh Hutcherson as Walter, Jonah Bobo as Danny, and Kristen Stewart as their older sister Lisa.
What kind of game is Zathura?
In the story, Zathura is a mechanical board game that advances through a metal card dispenser and a central turn mechanism. Unlike an ordinary family game, its instructions become real events inside the players' house.
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