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Jurassic World Rebirth has officially entered theaters and is receiving mixed reviews from critics, landing a 58% score on Rotten Tomatoes based on 76 reviews at the time of reporting. Directed by Gareth Edwards and written by David Koepp—the original screenwriter behind Jurassic Park—the film introduces a new cast that includes Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, and Jonathan Bailey. The story takes the franchise to Ile Saint-Hubert, a lesser-known island once used by InGen, now overtaken by failed dinosaur experiments and abandoned research.
While the new setting and cast bring some freshness, critics are divided on whether Rebirth successfully reinvents the franchise. Some reviewers highlight Edwards’ strong direction and praise the dinosaur action sequences, as well as Johansson’s performance, which many call one of the film’s strongest elements. These favorable reviews suggest that the film is a step up from the more poorly received Fallen Kingdom and Dominion, with some going as far as to call it the best Jurassic installment since the original 1993 classic.
On the other hand, several critics argue that Rebirth plays it too safe. They describe the narrative as lacking depth and innovation, relying heavily on callbacks and nostalgic imagery instead of pushing the franchise forward. The mixed tone of the reviews reflects this split—while the visuals and action are generally well-received, the story and character development appear to fall short for many.
In comparison to earlier entries, Rebirth’s 58% rating is an improvement over the 47% for Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom and the much-criticized Jurassic World Dominion, which holds a low 29%. Despite that, it still doesn’t come close to matching the critical acclaim of Jurassic Park, which continues to be regarded as the benchmark for the series, praised for its groundbreaking effects, suspenseful storytelling, and emotional weight.
For fans curious about staying after the credits, it’s worth knowing that Jurassic World Rebirth does not include a post-credits scene. This decision marks a departure from Fallen Kingdom, which ended with a teaser showing pterodactyls landing on a replica of the Eiffel Tower in Las Vegas. The lack of any additional footage this time around suggests that the filmmakers are waiting to see how the movie performs at the box office before confirming any future plans.
As of now, a sequel to Rebirth hasn’t been officially announced. With the film’s performance still unfolding in theaters, Universal is likely monitoring box office numbers and audience reactions before deciding on the next steps for the franchise. For now, Rebirth stands as a mixed but notable chapter in the ongoing dinosaur saga, one that both honors the past and attempts—if somewhat cautiously—to push into new territory.