Although ‘Jurassic World 3: A New Age’ was announced in 2022 as the grand finale to the previous six-part ‘Jurassic’ saga, it was clear that the mega-successful dinosaur franchise, which has a total of six films, would continue. went on to gross over $6 billion at the box office in one form or another. However, the fact that it would happen so quickly came as a surprise. A new ‘Jurassic World’ film was announced in late January 2024, which aims to usher in a new era with a new story and new characters.
And actually you’re in quite a hurry: It should be on July 3, 2025 seventh “Jurassic” part are coming to German cinemas – and by blockbuster standards this marks a surprisingly short period between announcement and planned release. But for the project to move forward so quickly, it seems like the script and direction have already been set and two real coups have taken place.
David Koepp, who wrote Steven Spielberg’s legendary first two ‘Jurassic Park’ adventures, celebrates the comeback of a dinosaur for the script. And one of the currently most sought-after action directors was in the final negotiations for the director’s position. But now they are apparently cracked:
Co-creator of “John Wick” and creator of “Deadpool 2” and “Bullet Train”. David Leitch will not direct the new ‘Jurassic’ blockbuster. This is reported by the American industry newspaper first, where it states that the cancellation was amicable and was due to the Universal studio and Leitch having different views on the film.
Cinema release in jeopardy?
The fact that the next “Jurassic World” will hit the big screen in less than 17 months is already considered very sporting. After all, the script must first be written, the cast found and the cameras switched on, not to mention the extensive post-production that follows the filming of the impactful project.
To put this plan into action, it is essential to fill what is probably the most important position in the project as quickly as possible. Since Universal wants to stick with the theatrical release, they are now feverishly searching for a Leitch alternative. Depending on how quickly you find them, the intended release may still be wobbly and the sequel to ‘Jurassic’ won’t hit theaters until later. But there is still hope.