Why Jurassic World Rebirth Could Be the Best Jurassic Movie in Decades
While much of the buzz about summer movies is being dominated by Superman and The Fantastic Four, there’s another massive movie sneaking up. The seventh film in the Jurassic franchise, Jurassic World Rebirth, will hit theaters on July 2, 2025, and will certainly be the go-to movie to see during the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
A Star-Studded Return to the Franchise
The film is directed by Gareth Edwards (Rogue One, Godzilla) and stars Scarlett Johansson, who has been hyping the movie with hilarious and brilliant videos. The movie is currently tracking for a $125 million box office opening, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
The Real Reason to Be Excited
But the most exciting aspect of Jurassic World Rebirth isn’t the star power or box office projections. The real reason to get excited is that this is the first Jurassic film since 1997 written by David Koepp.
Koepp was the screenwriter who adapted Michael Crichton’s novel into the screenplay for the original Jurassic Park in 1993. Other than The Lost World: Jurassic Park, he hasn’t penned any Jurassic scripts since – until now.
Koepp’s Vision for the New Film
During the red carpet premiere of Jurassic World Rebirth, Koepp revealed that the goal was to:
“Recapture some of the feeling of the 1993 film, but it had to also feel new.”
He also noted that in collaborating with Steven Spielberg:
“We knew audience expectations were high, ours were even higher.”
A Track Record of Blockbuster Success
Koepp’s resume speaks for itself. He’s written some of the biggest blockbusters of the past 30 years, including:
- War of the Worlds
- The Mummy
- Mission: Impossible
- Spider-Man
- This year’s Black Bag
His return to the franchise suggests that Universal Pictures wants to recapture the magic of the original film.
Scarlett Johansson’s Take
At the premiere, Johansson emphasized the connection to the original film:
“So I think it really is a love letter to Steven’s work. Fans of the Jurassic universe can expect to really feel the DNA of the original Jurassic Park in this film.”
Why This Matters
The Jurassic World trilogy, while financially successful, never quite captured the awe and wonder of the original film. With Koepp back writing and a director known for grounded sci-fi (Gareth Edwards), Rebirth has the potential to be the best Jurassic movie since the 1993 classic.
Jurassic World Rebirth hits theaters on July 2, 2025.
Final Thoughts
As a longtime fan of the franchise, I’m cautiously optimistic about Jurassic World Rebirth. The return of David Koepp is the most promising sign we’ve seen for this franchise in years. His ability to balance scientific wonder with genuine thrills was what made the original film so special. While the Jurassic World trilogy had its moments, it often felt like it was missing that Spielbergian sense of awe. With Koepp back in the writer’s chair and a talented director at the helm, this could finally be the sequel that lives up to the original’s legacy. Here’s hoping it delivers on that potential when it roars into theaters next summer.
