‘Jurassic World’ celebrated its 10th anniversary this year, but… where was the celebration? Despite being released on June 12th back in 2015, the official Universal Pictures, Amblin Entertainment, and Jurassic World accounts made no mention of this milestone. However, there was also no mention of Jurassic June, the annual celebration of all things ‘Jurassic,’ despite the official accounts adopting their own logo for it a year prior. The absence of love for the original ‘Jurassic World’ could be attributed to promoting this year’s ‘Jurassic World Rebirth’ instead.
One of the easiest ways Universal could have benefited from the film’s 10th anniversary was bringing ‘Jurassic World’ back to theater screens for a limited re-release. It’s been a long time since we have returned to Isla Nublar (unless you count ‘Camp Cretaceous’). However, the summer of 2025 was already overcrowded—very few films reaped box office rewards, and thankfully ‘Rebirth’ was one of them. Which is why, thanks to eagle-eyed fan Muzzammil, the reveal of an upcoming fall screening of the film makes a lot of sense.
On November 12th, ‘Jurassic World’ will be returning to Regal Theaters in the U.S. as part of its “Classics” film re-releases. So far, not many theaters have showtimes available, but we imagine the closer we get to this date that more will appear. The movie will only be showing in 2D according to its details tab (it was originally also released in 3D, D-Box, and 4DX). Whether this re-release will be limited to Regal Theaters and in the U.S. only remains to be seen.
It is also not determined whether both films will only be available on the dates their detail tabs mention or longer. If we find out more, this article will be updated and re-shared as the release dates approach.
While this is a small way for fans to celebrate the 10th anniversary of ‘Jurassic World,’ at least we are finally getting something. One could joke that since ‘Jurassic World’ is technically a Christmas movie, Universal wanted to re-release it closer to that holiday! Many would love to experience the massive blockbuster back on the big screen, and for some it may be their first time. ‘Jurassic Park’ has had several re-releases over the years, but for ‘Jurassic World’ there have been very few blink-and-you’ll-miss-it opportunities. All the other sequels haven’t had any wide re-releases at all, which is something I truly expected leading up to the premiere of ‘Rebirth.’ Maybe someday.
For ‘Jurassic World’ fans, another way to celebrate the anniversary is to check out my new (and old) conversations with fans who were extras in the film. There are tons of behind-the-scenes stories and rare images that are revealed, truly making one experience the hype of the film’s creation all over again.
Will you be catching either ‘Jurassic World’ or ‘Jurassic Park’ when they return to Regal theaters in November? Both? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to Jurassic Outpost for the latest.
The upcoming final season of Jurassic World: Chaos Theorywill hit Netflix November 20th! The first teaser is out today, the five year anniversary of Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous‘ debut on Netflix, and it’s a really great tribute to the entire Nublar Six story from beginning to end.
Season 4 will be Chaos Theory‘s last, and the animated world will continue to tie in to the live-action JurassicWorld story. In the teaser we see plenty of moments from Camp Cretaceous and Chaos Theory as well as tense moments from the new season’s return to BioSyn headquarters and the creatures there: the Giganotosaurus, the Therizinosaurus, and the Quetzalcoatlus! This season looks like an exciting return to the story and characters we love that will feature plenty of dinosaur action and chaos too. Watch our full breakdown of the teaser below:
Universal Destinations and Experiences has announced that the Jurassic Park River Adventure attraction at the Universal’s Islands of Adventure park in Orlando, FL will be closed for an extended period for refurbishment.
The news officially broke on Tuesday September 16th, when the Universal Orlando website updated their list of upcoming closures to include River Adventure.
The Universal Orlando Resort website lists River Adventure to be closed from January 5, 2026 to November 19, 2026 –a total of ten months and twelve days. That’s ultimately just a few days longer than the transformation from Jurassic Park The Ride to Jurassic World The Ride between 2018 and 2019 at Universal Studios Hollywood, and several months shorter than the refurbishment that just happened at for Jurassic Park The Ride at Universal Studios Japan.
There has been no word from Universal on what the Orlando park has planned for the attraction during this extended refurbishment, or what changes we may expect to see once it reopens, but we can assume that the lengthy downtime means that the attraction will be receiving some much-needed love and attention after it’s (by then) twenty-eight years of operation. In recent years there has been multiple missing dinosaurs for periods of time, dinosaurs with odd breaks and bends, and inconsistent effects and sound system. Hopefully, after the ten months, fans will be welcome back to Jurassic Park in all its roaring glory!
Orbx, in collaboration with Universal Products & Experiences, has officially released Jurassic World: Archipelago, a brand-new expansion for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, inspired by the Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment films. Available now on PC via OrbxDirect, the add-on brings a unique blend of cinematic storytelling and scenic flying to the sim world.
With more than four decades of history behind it, the flight sim world now welcomes something entirely new. This release marks a unique moment, offering something fresh for long-time flight sim fans while inviting Jurassic World fans to experience this beloved IP in the game for the first time.
With Jurassic World: Archipelago, players and pilots can explore a fully recreated version of the iconic island chain, including Isla Nublar, Isla Sorna, and the greater Muertes Archipelago. They will fly over lush terrain, land at tucked-away airstrips, and spot dinosaurs moving through the trees, all designed using detailed references from the movies.
What is included:
Highly detailed islands: Isla Nublar, Isla Sorna, and the Muertes Archipelago islands
Custom airfields and helipads
Animated dinosaurs and reptiles roam land, water, and skies
Themed aircraft liveries and unique flight activities integrated into gameplay
Jurassic World themed missions
Exclusive aircraft liveries
“This project has been a real passion for our team,” said Anna Cicognani, CEO of Orbx. “Combining flight simulation with our love of Jurassic World has been both exciting and groundbreaking. We’ve aimed to create something that feels fun, familiar, and full of surprises for fans of both worlds.”
Jurassic World: Archipelago is available now for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 on PC via OrbxDirect and Orbx Central for approx. USD 24.99 (AUD 38.44). The final amount at checkout may differ based on the country’s taxes and currency exchange rates.
Versions for Xbox, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020, and X-Plane are currently in development and will follow soon.
About Orbx Orbx is a global leader in flight simulation scenery and technology, known for creating detailed and accurate digital environments for almost 20 years. With products spanning Microsoft Flight Simulator, X-Plane, Prepar3D, and DCS, Orbx has developed hundreds of airports, cityscapes, and regional sceneries that are trusted by simmers worldwide. The team combines real-world data with artistic and technical expertise to deliver high-quality experiences that enhance flight simulation across all major platforms.
About the Jurassic World Franchise From Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment, Jurassic World immerses audiences of all ages in a new era of wonder and thrills where dinosaurs and humankind must learn to coexist. Jurassic World is more than a film franchise. At every turn, this $6 billion film series delivers a larger-than-life destination for exploration, discovery, and epic adventure. Dinosaurs live again and they live in Jurassic World.
About Universal Products & Experiences Universal Products & Experiences (UP&E) globally drives the expansion and elevation of NBCUniversal’s iconic collection of brands, intellectual properties, characters, and stories based on the company’s extensive portfolio of properties created by Universal Pictures, Illumination, DreamWorks Animation and NBCUniversal Television and Streaming. The division executes this through innovative physical and digital products, as well as engaging retail and product experiences across our expansive global theme park destinations (for both owned and third-party IP), location-based venues, e-commerce product platforms, and retailers around the world. Along with global brand strategy and creative, UP&E’s lines of business include Consumer Products and Games, along with Theme Parks Products & Retail. UP&E is a division of Universal Destinations & Experiences, part of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. More information is available at universalproductsexperiences.com.
Jurassic World Rebirth released on digital platforms just over a month ago, and it is now possible to get your very own physical copy! The film is now available to purchase on 4K, Blu-ray, and DVD disc at any media retailer. Physical media is still a great medium for consuming films, and there are some great options out there including steelbooks and exclusive packaging and covers.
Mussaurus, which was featured in the original Jurassic Park novel by Michael Crichton and comes with an extra set of feet for poses standing up, a natural position for this dinosaur that often walked on its hind legs.
Ornitholestes, which comes with a swappable set of claws that look ready for attack.
Sinoceratops, which appeared in Jurassic World Fallen Kingdom and features detachable “broken” and “full” horn options – an exciting first-time toy feature for the Hammond Collection!
The upcoming first-person survival video game Jurassic Park: Survival finally received an update in the form of a behind the scenes video, which features alpha gameplay, concept art, and lots of new information. Check it out below:
Jurassic World Rebirth has now been released in all countries around the world after opening in Japan on August 8th. Domestically, while it is still making money in theaters, the film has been available to purchase/rent on digital for almost two weeks. With the theatrical run in its final stretch, the question is: Was Jurassic World Rebirth another financial success for the franchise? The answer is a resounding yes, and it might even be better than it looks on the surface.
As of August 17th, Jurassic World Rebirth has amassed a domestic total of $332.1 million and an international total of $496.5 million for a combined worldwide total of $828.6 million. The domestic and worldwide totals rank as the 5th best in the series behind Jurassic World, Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, Jurassic Park and Jurassic World Dominion. Rebirth is likely to finish its worldwide run somewhere in the $850 million range.
One might look at the franchise that has four films grossing over a billion dollars each and see this installment falling short of of that exclusive club as a result of diminishing returns. While there has been a slow decline for each movie in box office since Jurassic World made $1.67 billion in 2015, there are many factors at play. Three of the biggest reasons are the slow recovery of the film industry post-pandemic, the recent introduction of short theatrical windows before digital release, and the continued decline of success for films in China.
Post-pandemic, Hollywood films are very capable of still joining the billion dollar club. The last installment, Dominion, did just that in 2022, but it is not as attainable as it once was. In 2019, pre-pandemic, there were 9 films that crossed the billion dollar mark, but post-pandemic the average is now only 2-3 films per year. Eight months into 2025 and only one film so far, Lilo & Stitch, has joined the club. The new reality of the decrease in the amount of films reaching this mark has led one agency head, according to Borys Kit of the Hollywood Reporter, to say that “$800m is the new billion”.
JURASSIC WORLD: REBIRTH crossed the $800M mark globally today. Few in town thought it would outgross SUPERMAN & FANTASTIC FOUR. But also, this number represents a new box office reality: “$800M is the new billion,” says one agency head.
Exclusive theatrical windows for films continue to decrease in frequency and length. In 2015 for Jurassic World, the time from date of theatrical release to digital availability was 130 days. 10 years later Rebirth‘s exclusive theatrical window was only 35 days. While Rebirth continues to play in theaters (and continues to make good returns) there is no denying that a shorter window is going to have a direct impact on how many people were able to see it in theaters. Some people might even forgo seeing it in a theater with the knowledge that they can watch it at home sooner. The debate over diminishing theatrical windows extends past just Jurassic World Rebirth and has become a frequent conversation for Universal Pictures. Other companies like Warner Brothers are also opting for the short theatrical exclusive windows. Their new Superman film hit digital streaming August 15th, also after just 35 days in theaters.
The Chinese market has always been the second biggest market for Jurassic films after domestic, and that was no different for Rebirth. Its total gross from China was approximately $78 million, which is the top-grossing Hollywood film of the year in that market. Though even with Rebirth topping all other Hollywood films, the market itself is not what it was a decade ago or even just three years ago when Dominion was released. In 2015 Jurassic World made $205 million, in 2018 Jurassic World Fallen Kingdom made $261 million, and in 2022 Jurassic World Dominion made $158 million. The Chinese market has rejected more films from Hollywood over time and is on track to no longer be the second biggest market for the industry. While $78 million for Rebirth is impressive in the new climate of the market, it still is a major decrease from previous films. Most Hollywood films have begun to see less success there. For example, Superman only grossed approximately $9 million and was pulled from theaters after roughly two weeks.
This is without even mentioning the fact that domestically Rebirth didn’t have an IMAX release and couldn’t benefit from the extra dollars those premium screens would have brought in. These things might seem like excuses for failing to reach a billion dollars, but are in fact legitimate reasons for reaching the box office numbers it did. All that being said, is this to be considered a major success for the franchise? Despite those factors playing against Rebirth, it still made a massive amount of money, will finish as the #2 highest grossing film of the summer, and is currently the #3 highest grossing Hollywood film of the year.
The “Big 3” battle of July between Rebirth, Superman, and The Fantastic Four: First Steps wasn’t even close in the end. While Superman will slightly win the battle for domestic gross, Rebirth is going to clear Superman by more than $200 million worldwide. The Fantastic Four: First Steps will be further behind in 3rd place in both domestic and worldwide numbers. A lot of box office experts made projections that Rebirth would have a hard time competing with those two superhero films, but in the end they were a footnote to Jurassic’s run.
With a reported budget of $225 million (before marketing), Jurassic World Rebirth needed to reach approximately $563 million to break even. In that case, it should finish its run with a profit of almost $300 million, another win for the franchise and Universal Pictures. Also, the budget and marketing combined for this film is reportedly less than what the studio spent on Jurassic World, Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, and Jurassic World Dominion. Meaning that even with a lower total gross, it might be on par or even slightly more successful than some of the previous installments.
Let’s take a look at where things stand not only for Rebirth but also the franchise as a whole for Universal Pictures. Rebirth‘s current domestic gross of $332.1 million makes it the 14th highest grossing film domestically (unadjusted for inflation) in Universal Pictures’ history. By the end of its run it should be be able to push pass 2015’s Minions to take the 13th spot. That would make 5 of the top 13 films domestically in Universal Pictures’ history belong to the Jurassic franchise. Worldwide, things are also impressive as Rebirth is currently 15th and will end its run in this spot. Similar to Universal’s domestic box office history, 5 of the top 15 films in their worldwide box office history belong to the Jurassic franchise. This just goes to show that while Universal has a few very successful franchises, such as the Fast and Furious saga and the Despicable Me franchise, Jurassic is the top franchise for the studio. Grossing $6.86 billion as of today as a franchise (for an average of $980 million per film) blows all the other Universal properties out of the water.
With another financial success for the franchise, the question is no longer if there will be a Jurassic 8, but when. I personally enjoyed Rebirth greatly, but it should be noted that this film received pretty mixed reviews and reactions. As of today the critic score on Rotten Tomatoes is 51% and the audience score is 71%. Jurassic fans themselves seem to trend more in the mixed-to-positive range. All that being said, the hope is that an 8th Jurassic can hit the right notes for even more people and be a high quality film. But when should we realistically expect to see it? My personal opinion is that there will be minimal to no news for probably a year, maybe two before an announcement. I would expect the film to hit theaters Summer of 2028 or 2029.
I hope you enjoyed this Jurassic franchise and Rebirth box office update and want to send a big congratulations to the cast, crew, and Universal Pictures on another successful installment in the franchise! We fans look forward to what the future will bring. What are your thoughts on the box office run for Rebirth? Please share your thoughts in the comments below!
Australian independent dinosaur film Primitive War had its Sydney Premiere this week and will premiere in Los Angeles next week! We were fortunate enough to attend the festivities in Sydney – check out photos and videos from our time there below.
We’d like to extend massive thanks to the folks at Platform Public Relations as well as director Luke Sparke and everyone involved in bringing this film to life. Dinosaur fans are having a great 2025! Will you be seeing Primitive War? Let us know in the comments!
Just over four weeks after its release in theaters on July 2nd, Jurassic World Rebirthis now available to own digitally and watch at home! There are numerous behind-the-scenes special features and deleted scenes included on the home release as well. Will you be purchasing the film and watching soon? Let us know in the comments!
