Jurassic World Rebirth: Sequel Release date, plot, & more About the Scarlett Johansson, Jonathan Bailey film

Jurassic World Rebirth is breathing new life into the legendary dinosaur franchise that roared to life back in 1993. With Universal Pictures touting this upcoming film as the dawn of a "new era," Jurassic World Rebirth marks a significant shift in the series following the conclusion of the Chris Pratt-led trilogy in 2022. 

This seventh installment, directed by Gareth Edwards and penned by original Jurassic Park writer David Koepp, promises to reinvigorate the franchise with fresh faces and an entirely new storyline.

Just six months after the film's green light, Universal has unveiled the first official look at Jurassic World Rebirth, featuring stars Scarlett Johansson, Jonathan Bailey, and Mahershala Ali. The first-look images have sparked excitement, giving fans a glimpse of the new cast that will carry the torch into this next chapter of prehistoric adventure.

As you delve deeper, get ready to uncover the latest news, including thrilling details about the plot, cast, and what this film could mean for the future of the franchise. Plus, there are some surprises in store that you won't want to miss. 

Keep an eye on this article—we'll be updating it with every new morsel of information as we inch closer to the film's release. Prepare for a journey into the unknown, where a new age of dinosaurs awaits!

Release Date & Where to Watch

Jurassic World Rebirth will be released worldwide in theaters on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. Positioned as one of the major summer blockbusters, its premiere coincides with the Fourth of July weekend in the US, setting the stage for a massive box office draw.

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Plot

Set five years after Jurassic World Dominion, Jurassic World: Rebirth takes place in a world where Earth's ecology has become largely inhospitable to dinosaurs. The remaining creatures survive only in isolated equatorial regions, which mimic the climates they once thrived in. These regions are home to three colossal dinosaur species, whose DNA holds the key to a miraculous life-saving drug for humanity.

Scarlett Johansson stars as Zora Bennett, a covert ops expert leading a top-secret mission to extract this vital genetic material. Joining her is Mahershala Ali as her trusted partner, Duncan Kincaid, and Jonathan Bailey as Dr. Henry Loomis, a paleontologist. Rupert Friend plays Martin Krebs, a representative from the pharmaceutical conglomerate who is funding the expedition.

As Zora’s team embarks on their mission, they encounter a civilian family whose boat was capsized by aquatic dinosaurs, leaving them all stranded on a remote island. Together, they uncover a shocking and sinister discovery that has been hidden from the world for decades.

Jurassic World: Rebirth is directed by Gareth Edwards and written by David Koepp, who returns to the franchise after his work on the original Jurassic Park and The Lost World: Jurassic Park. The film introduces a fresh cast and promises a new era for the Jurassic saga, building on the legacy of its predecessors while offering a thrilling and mysterious adventure.

Cast

• Scarlett Johansson (Black Widow) as Zora Bennett
• Mahershala Ali (Moonlight and Greenbook) as Duncan Kincaid
• Jonathan Bailey (Bridgerton) as Dr. Henry Loomis
• Rupert Friend (Homeland, Obi-Wan Kenobi) as Martin Krebs
• Philippine Velge (Station Eleven)
• Bechir Sylvain (BMF)
• Ed Skrein (Deadpool)
• Manuel Garcia-Rulfo (The Lincoln Lawyer) as Reuben Delgado
• Luna Blaise (Manifest)
• David Iacono (The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 2)
• Audrina Miranda (Lopez vs. Lopez)

Official Trailer

Although there isn't a trailer for Jurassic World: Rebirth yet, a brief video showcasing the film's new logo has been released online. Take a look below.

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How will Jurassic World: Rebirth Expand on Dominion?

Jurassic World: Rebirth picks up five years after Dominion, where humans and dinosaurs coexist, but not without tension. Johansson's Zora encounters a family stranded after a boating trip goes awry due to aggressive aquatic dinosaurs, highlighting that peace is fragile in this new world order. Set in a world still evolving from Dominion, Rebirth offers a chance to rebuild the franchise after Dominion's poor critical reception, aiming to reinvigorate the series with fresh world-building and a stronger narrative.

Will Chris Pratt be in Jurassic World: Rebirth?

This new dinosaur movie features a fresh cast, including Johansson, Ali, and Bailey. In contrast, the previous three films starred Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard in the lead roles.

Where is Jurassic World Rebirth Filmed?

Jurassic World Rebirth began filming in Thailand in June 2024, followed by location shoots in Malta from July to September, before wrapping up interior scenes at Sky Studios Elstree near London.

Behind the Scenes

Gareth Edwards, known for Monsters, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, and The Creator, is directing the film from a script by David Koepp, the writer behind the original 1993 Jurassic Park. Frank Marshall and Patrick Crowley are producing, with Steven Spielberg, Denis L. Stewart, and Jim Spencer serving as executive producers.