Jurassic World Rebirth, the latest installment in the iconic dinosaur franchise, roared into theaters on July 2, 2025, in the U.S. and July 4, 2025, in India. Directed by Gareth Edwards and penned by original Jurassic Park screenwriter David Koepp, the film marks a return to the franchise’s roots while introducing a fresh narrative and new characters.
Set five years after Jurassic World Dominion, the story follows a covert team led by Zora Bennett (Scarlett Johansson) and Dr. Henry Loomis (Jonathan Bailey) on a high-stakes mission to extract DNA from three colossal dinosaurs—Titanosaurus, Mosasaurus, and Quetzalcoatlus—for a pharmaceutical breakthrough. Mahershala Ali, Rupert Friend, and a supporting ensemble round out the cast in this heist-meets-survival thriller set on a decaying island research facility.
Critics have praised the film’s stunning visuals, nostalgic callbacks, and thrilling action sequences. The cinematography by John Mathieson and Alexandre Desplat’s score—featuring echoes of John Williams’ original theme—have been widely appreciated. The film also introduces a new dinosaur, the Distortus Rex, adding a fresh layer of terror.
While some reviews noted pacing issues and familiar tropes, Jurassic World Rebirth has largely been received as a critical and commercial success, with many calling it the best entry since the original trilogy. Early box office numbers and audience reactions suggest it’s a solid hit, reigniting excitement in the franchise and setting the stage for potential future installments.