The latest entry in the franchise, Jurassic World: Rebirth, hits theaters July 2, 2025. Directed by Gareth Edwards and penned by David Koepp, the film offers big set pieces and dinosaur spectacle—but not everyone is thrilled.
Visuals & Nostalgia: A Spielbergian Homage
Early fan reactions rave about the film’s return to jaw-dropping visuals reminiscent of the original Jurassic Park. Many note its Spielberg-like direction, bold aesthetics, and a visual style that’s both eerie and exhilarating.
Plot & Characters: Two Threads That Don’t Fully Mesh
One storyline follows Scarlett Johansson’s mercenary Zora Bennett and her team hunting dinosaurs to harvest DNA for life-saving meds. The other centers on a stranded Delgado family—whose emotional subplot feels underdeveloped and, at times, more distracting than meaningful. Critics argue this split dilutes suspense, and character arcs feel like loose sketches rather than fully realized presences on screen.
Mutant Danger: Distortus Rex and Mixed Execution
Introducing the six-limbed “Distortus rex”—a monstrous new threat—Rebirth ramps up the mutation stakes. But while some applaud its unsettling design, others found it visually underwhelming, with minimal emotional payoff.
Fan Reactions: Awe and Apathy in Equal Measure
Social media reactions were wildly polarized:
“Absolutely dino-charged spectacle… captures the spirit of the originals”
vs.
“Feels blah… string of forgettable scenes… characters are dull.”
Some praised the return of suspenseful dinosaur storytelling, while others criticized creative fatigue and a lack of narrative cohesion.
Final Take
Jurassic World: Rebirth succeeds in delivering dazzling visuals and nostalgic thrills, but its fragmented storytelling and half-realized characters hold it back. If you came for dinosaur spectacle and Spielberg vibes, it mostly delivers. If you expected thematic depth, you may leave wishing for more…
