In Jurassic World Rebirth, director Gareth Edwards (Rogue One, The Creator) injects fresh life—and a jolt of danger—into the aging dino-franchise, delivering a taut, standalone science fiction action-thriller that feels equal parts reinvention and love letter. With a leaner narrative, a more grounded tone, and a sense of tension that recalls the primal fear of the original Jurassic Park, this seventh installment sheds the overblown excess of recent sequels and delivers something the franchise has long needed: restraint, atmosphere, and purpose.

Set five years after the events of Jurassic World Dominion, Rebirth smartly steps away from the broader global chaos that defined previous entries. Instead, it narrows its focus to a single, deadly mission: a journey to the long-abandoned InGen facility on the remote Ile Saint-Hubert, where genetically altered dinosaurs and unstable hybrids have been left to fester. What begins as a corporate-sponsored expedition to recover DNA for pharmaceutical purposes quickly turns into a claustrophobic survival saga, where mutated creatures, fractured alliances, and long-buried sins collide.
Strong Cast Anchored by Johansson and Ali:
Leading the charge is Scarlett Johansson as Zora Bennett, a hardened ex-military operative with a complicated past and an ironclad sense of duty. Johansson anchors the film with a grounded, commanding performance that blends vulnerability with steeliness. Her character, driven more by moral clarity than personal ego, feels like a throwback to the reluctant heroes of early ’90s action-thrillers. Her chemistry with Mahershala Ali, who plays team leader Duncan Kincaid with quiet gravitas, adds a welcome layer of emotional heft. Ali brings complexity to what could’ve been a flat role, making Duncan a character torn between sacrifice and science.
Also effective is Jonathan Bailey (Bridgerton) as Dr. Henry Loomis, a paleontologist whose awe toward the creatures never overshadows his scientific pragmatism.
A Tense, Focused Mission with High Stakes:
Rupert Friend plays Martin Krebs, the corporate face of ParkerGenix, with a calculated charm that masks a sinister utilitarianism. Manuel Garcia-Rulfo’s Reuben Delgado, caught between the mission and the safety of his family, injects a humanistic subplot that ultimately lends the film its heart.
But the real stars, as always, are the dinosaurs—and here, Edwards makes a bold creative choice. Rather than relying solely on familiar species, Rebirth introduces new horrors born of unchecked genetic meddling. Chief among them is the nightmarish Distortus rex, a grotesquely mutated six-limbed tyrannosaur that feels like something out of The Descent crossed with Alien.
Atmosphere Over Bombast:
Edwards shoots these encounters with a sense of dread and suspense, utilizing shadow, fog, and confined space more effectively than any Jurassic film since Spielberg’s original. The island is soaked in atmosphere—misty, overgrown, and haunted by the ghosts of corporate ambition.
The action sequences are both thrilling and narratively motivated. A Mosasaurus attack at sea blends awe and terror, while a chaotic Spinosaurus encounter near the island’s shores results in sudden, unglamorous deaths that remind the viewer just how quickly things can go wrong. One of the film’s standout sequences involves a vertical infiltration into a Quetzalcoatlus nest—handled with incredible tension and vertigo-inducing camera work. Each set-piece feels earned, never gratuitous, and often tinged with an edge of horror that returns the dinosaurs to their rightful place as predators, not theme park mascots.
Impressive Effects and Thoughtful Score:
Alexandre Desplat‘s score blends John Williams‘ iconic themes with more brooding and mysterious motifs. The result is a sonic landscape that underscores the film’s darker tone and sense of isolation. Meanwhile, the visual effects—while not as bombastic as previous entries—are consistently strong, often blending practical elements with CG to enhance realism. Notably, the film’s visual restraint serves it well; the dinosaurs are not overused, making their appearances more impactful.
Rebirth also succeeds thematically. Whereas Dominion got lost in global bioethics and corporate warfare, this film touches more subtly on issues of exploitation, environmental decay, and pharmaceutical greed. The dinosaurs are no longer just spectacles—they’re victims, survivors, and in some cases, ticking time bombs of genetic chaos. Edwards is clearly interested in what happens when nature and science intersect not just to recreate the past, but to deform it. That philosophical through-line gives the film a surprising amount of depth without weighing it down.
A Few Stumbles Along the Way:
There are, however, a few drawbacks. While the tighter scope is mostly an asset, some supporting characters—especially Rupert Friend’s Martin and certain mercenaries—could have used more development before their inevitable demises. The second act sags slightly as it juggles dual storylines (Zora’s team and the shipwrecked family), and some of the human dialogue feels functional rather than inspired. Ed Skrein, though menacing in many roles, is underutilized here, playing a mostly forgettable role as a secondary antagonist. Additionally, the film flirts with a few cliché survival tropes that don’t entirely land.
Still, these issues are minor compared to the film’s larger accomplishments. Jurassic World Rebirth is a clear course correction for the franchise. It knows what made the original Jurassic Park resonate—fear, wonder, and the unpredictability of nature—and reinterprets that core spirit through a modern, more horror-tinged lens. It isn’t trying to escalate the stakes to world-ending levels or set up another trilogy. It’s a singular, focused story with a defined beginning, middle, and end—something the series sorely needed.
Overall:
More than anything, Rebirth restores dignity to the dinosaurs. They are not merely CGI attractions or tools for action choreography. They’re animals—often terrifying, sometimes beautiful, and almost always unpredictable. In an era where too many franchise films confuse spectacle for substance, Rebirth offers both in balance.
Jurassic World Rebirth doesn’t just revive the franchise—it reclaims its soul. Gareth Edwards crafts a thrilling, atmospheric, and refreshingly self-contained adventure that blends the pulse of a survival thriller with the ethics of speculative science. Scarlett Johansson leads a strong cast through a world where the monsters aren’t just prehistoric—they’re also manmade. For longtime fans and newcomers alike, this is a Jurassic film worth remembering.

Jurassic World Rebirth Review: A Ferocious Revival

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Summary
Jurassic World Rebirth doesn’t just revive the franchise—it reclaims its soul. Gareth Edwards crafts a thrilling, atmospheric, and refreshingly self-contained adventure that blends the pulse of a survival thriller with the ethics of speculative science. Scarlett Johansson leads a strong cast through a world where the monsters aren’t just prehistoric—they’re also manmade. For longtime fans and newcomers alike, this is a Jurassic film worth remembering.

Pros

Edwards brings a grounded, atmospheric tone with suspenseful pacing and horror-tinged tension that revitalizes the franchise
The self-contained mission structure makes for a more engaging, coherent plot without relying on franchise lore or setting up sequels
Scarlett Johansson and Mahershala Ali deliver compelling, emotionally grounded performances that elevate the material
Misty jungle environments, practical effects, and clever use of lighting make the island feel lived-in and dangerous

Cons

Some team members and antagonists, including Ed Skrein and Rupert Friend’s roles, are thinly written and serve mainly as dino fodder
Fans of classic creatures like the Velociraptor or Triceratops may be disappointed by their minimal presence

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Summary: In Jurassic World Rebirth, director Gareth Edwards (Rogue One, The Creator) injects fresh life—and a jolt of danger—into the aging dino-franchise, delivering a taut, standalone science fiction action-thriller that feels equal parts reinvention and love letter. With a leaner narrative, a more grounded tone, and a sense of tension that recalls the primal fear of the original Jurassic Park, this seventh installment sheds the overblown excess of recent sequels and delivers something the franchise has long needed: restraint, atmosphere, and purpose.

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Thrillingly Revived