Jurassic World: Rebirth is set to roar into theaters on July 2, 2025, marking a thrilling new chapter in the iconic dinosaur saga. Directed by Gareth Edwards (Godzilla, Rogue One) and penned by David Koepp, the original screenwriter of Jurassic Park, this installment promises a return to the franchise’s suspenseful roots.
Plot Overview: A High-Stakes Mission Amidst Prehistoric Perils
Set five years after the events of Jurassic World Dominion, the Earth’s environment has become largely inhospitable to dinosaurs. The remaining creatures now inhabit isolated tropical regions, reminiscent of their ancient habitats.
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Zora Bennett (portrayed by Scarlett Johansson), a covert operative, is enlisted by a pharmaceutical company to lead a mission to a remote island—once the site of InGen’s original dinosaur research lab. Accompanied by paleontologist Dr. Henry Loomis (Jonathan Bailey) and ship captain Duncan Kincaid (Mahershala Ali), the team’s objective is to retrieve genetic material from three colossal prehistoric species. These DNA samples are believed to hold the key to developing a revolutionary life-saving drug.
However, the mission takes a perilous turn when the team encounters the Delgado family, civilians stranded on the island due to an encounter with marauding aquatic dinosaurs. As both groups navigate the treacherous terrain, they uncover a terrifying secret: the island is home to mutated, failed dinosaur experiments that have evolved unchecked for decades. Among these is the formidable Distortus rex, a deformed, alien-like Tyrannosaurus rex with six limbs, posing an unprecedented threat to all.
Cast & Crew: A Stellar Ensemble
- Scarlett Johansson as Zora Bennett, the mission’s fearless leader
- Mahershala Ali as Duncan Kincaid, the seasoned ship captain
- Jonathan Bailey as Dr. Henry Loomis, the dedicated paleontologist
- Rupert Friend as Martin Krebs, a pharmaceutical representative
- Philippine Velge, Bechir Sylvain, and Ed Skrein as expedition members
- Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, Luna Blaise, David Iacono, and Audrina Miranda as the Delgado family
Produced by Frank Marshall and Patrick Crowley, with Steven Spielberg, Denis L. Stewart, and Jim Spencer serving as executive producers. Cinematography is handled by John Mathieson, and the musical score is composed by Alexandre Desplat, recorded with a 105-piece orchestra and a 60-piece choir at Abbey Road Studios.
Production Insights: Filming Locations & Visual Aesthetics
Principal photography for Jurassic World: Rebirth took place from June to September 2024 in:
- Thailand: Locations include Khao Phanom Bencha National Park, Ko Kradan, and Ao Phang Nga National Park
- Malta: Aquatic sequences were filmed at Malta Film Studios
- United Kingdom: Final sequences were wrapped up in UK-based studios
Director Gareth Edwards shot on 35mm film using Panavision anamorphic lenses to evoke the visual style of the original Jurassic Park.
Dinosaur Lineup: Classic Favorites & New Threats
The film features a mix of returning favorites and new dinosaur species:
- Returning Dinosaurs: Tyrannosaurus rex (with a redesign), Velociraptors, Dilophosaurus, Mosasaurus, Quetzalcoatlus, and Spinosaurus (with an updated bulky tail)
- New Additions: Titanosaurus and Aquilops
- New Villain: The Distortus rex, a horrifying six-limbed mutation of the T. rex
This mutated creature is designed to be one of the most terrifying additions to the Jurassic universe to date.
Release Information
- Title: Jurassic World: Rebirth
- Release Date: July 2, 2025
- Runtime: 134 minutes
- Rating: PG-13 for intense sequences of violence/action, bloody images, some suggestive references, language, and a drug reference
Final Thoughts
Jurassic World: Rebirth is shaping up to be a spectacular revival of the beloved franchise. With a gripping storyline, innovative new dinosaur threats, and an A-list cast, it has all the ingredients for a summer blockbuster. Whether you’re a longtime Jurassic Park fan or a newcomer, this film promises action, suspense, and cinematic spectacle on an epic scale.
