Universal Pictures has announced that the next installment of Jurassic World will hit theaters on July 2, 2025, accompanied by news that Scarlett Johansson is in final talks to star. The appointed director for this project is Gareth Edwards, known for directing Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and Godzilla in the past, replacing David Leitch (Deadpool 2), who was to direct the project but was unable to reach an agreement with the company. This decision has generated expectations among fans, who are waiting to see how Edwards approaches the direction of this iconic dinosaur franchise.
Jeff Sneider, film critic, shared that Scarlett Johansson was offered the lead role in this new installment of the franchise. Johansson, known for her role as Black Widow in The Avengers, reportedly met with director and producer Frank Marshall to discuss the details of her character in the film. Johansson's possible involvement adds additional appeal to the film, given her versatility as an actress and her experience in big-name productions.
Although plot details are being still under wraps, the sources says that this film will usher in a "new Jurassic era," a reboot of Jurassic World that will not feature the previous cast, including Chris Pratt (Guardians of the Galaxy) and Bryce Dallas Howard (Argylle).
It has been official that David Koepp, who wrote the screenplay for the first Jurassic Park film, will return for this project. In addition, Steven Spielberg (Saving Private Ryan) and Frank Marshall (Jason Bourne) will serve as executive producers. This combination of talent both in front of and behind the camera suggests a commitment to quality and respect for the franchise's legacy.
Since the film is in the early stages of production, there are no cast details or sipnosis.
