A new cinematic dinosaur project is on the horizon from director Luke Sparke, who last year brought cinematic adaptation Primitive War to the big screen.
Described as an original cinematic universe from the creative team behind Primitive War, the project will launch on Kickstarter in early July with the goal to make two episodes in this new universe.
Inspired by the artwork of creator Shaun Keenan and expanded into an original cinematic universe by filmmaker Luke Sparke, this project blends western frontier mythology with a world where dinosaurs and humans have existed side by side for generations.
Check out the teaser below:
What are your thoughts? And have you seen Primitive War? The story of that movie goes all the way back to Jurassic fan Ethan Pettus, who wrote the novel back in 2017 and has continued to evolve that world with graphic novels and sequel books.
Pretty exciting to see how far that story has come, and there are talks of a sequel to the movie on the horizon, along with a third Primitive War novel.
Director Luke Sparke has clearly caught the dinosaur bug (locusts? what?) and when the Kickstarter launches on July 7, will be accompanied with a full trailer for the Dinosaurs of the Wild West series.
You can check out that Kickstarter here, check out Sparke Films on YouTube, and share your thoughts in the comments down below.
A new, original dinosaur movie is hitting theatres this August from director David Robert Mitchell, known for It Follows and Under the Silver Lake.
The movie is described as a science fiction survival story.
A mysterious cosmic event rips Oak Street from suburbia and transports a neighborhood to someplace unknown. The Platt family soon discovers that their very survival depends on sticking together as they navigate their now unrecognizable surroundings.
Jurassic World trilogy composer Michael Giacchino is composing the score, and the movie stars Anne Hathaway, Ewan McGregor, Maisy Stella, and Christian Convery.
Check out the trailer below!
And the new teaser trailer which features a look at some of the new dinosaur species:
Mammoths and smilodons and birds, oh my! The latest season of AppleTV‘s excellent paleontology documentary series Prehistoric Planet is now streaming, and it continues their incredible portrayal of ancient wildlife and the latest science behind how they lived. Narrated by Tom Hiddleston this time around in lieu of the legendary Sir David Frederick Attenborough, this season contains five episodes focusing on the progression of the Ice Age and the megafauna present during that time period. Read on for our review of the new season –spoilers for Prehistoric Planet: Ice Age may follow.
Prehistoric Planet makes its return to the small screen in 2025 with five new episodes and a new subtitle (for this season). After seasons one and two in 2022 and 2023 respectively covered ancient animals and landscapes from tens or even hundreds of millions of years ago, the latest season adds the Ice Age subtitle and brings the creatures and locations much closer to home. By starting around one million years ago and charting a path through earth’s age of ice, this latest season presents an exciting story of how life survived wild environments and changes all the way to the dawn of early humans.
The five episodes in Prehistoric Planet: Ice Age (“The Big Freeze,” “New Lands,” “Desert Lands,” “Grass Lands,” and “The Big Melt”) retain the basic formula of past seasons, dramatically following multiple species in different environments and situations and reserving the final minutes of each episode for a more in-depth scientific breakdown of the time period, animals present, and larger implications on life on earth. The episodes contain numerous extinct species completely new to the series including massive woolly mammoths and rhinoceros, the largest birds that have ever lived, saber and scimitar-toothed big cats, short-faced bears, megaloceros (the largest deer that’s ever lived), giant wombats (pictured above), giant kangaroos, giant armadillos, giant sloths, reptiles, and even a few proboscideans (extinct elephant relatives).
The third season does drastically change its time period and adds a new subtitle, but it does not drift in the slightest in terms of quality. The look and behavior of the animals present, both massive and tiny, is unbelievably photo-real and feels fully alive. Prehistoric Planet: Ice Age is excellent in its choice of content and its presentation. Though we miss Sir David Attenborough, Tom Hiddleston proves to be great choice as a new narrator. The stories and narratives present are woven together to truly drive home the significance and drama of the megafauna and animals present, all the way from their beginning to their untimely end. In an age of myriad popular prehistoric media, the series continues to cement itself as the best paleo-documentary series out there.
It’s a big moment for fans as a brand new Jurassic Park Trading Card Gameis being released! We were fortunate enough to receive the Jurassic Park Trading Card Game starter deck from Lewis Lee (@jurassic_korea). This release is something Jurassic fans have been longing for for years, and it’s finally here. It feels like a true celebration of the franchise, with designs and cards that capture everything we love about Jurassic.
Card Designs & First Impressions
The designs are absolutely stunning, and every card feels premium and full of detail. Our proud Spinosaurus glazer Jayden immediately double-sleeved the Spino card because it looked too beautiful not to protect! The Rex card is just as incredible, really showcasing the classic Jurassic icon. Beyond the fan favorites, the set also includes a few surprises that fans are going to love.
Behind the Deck (Who Made It)
The starter deck was created by the YoungCha Company, who handled the designs and set the foundation for this TCG. Their work establishes a solid base that feels like a genuine tribute to the whole Jurassic franchise.
Booster Packs
For the booster packs, the team pushed things even further. They reached out to a range of talented artists to contribute brand new designs, adding even more variety and creativity to the set. This mix of styles brings together elements from the films, comics, toys, games, and beyond making it a true visual homage to the entire Jurassic franchise.
Community & Previews
Jurassic TCG has been sharing sneak peeks on X (Twitter) and Instagram, showing off some of the incredible designs coming in both the starter deck and booster packs:
⚡️JP BS-01 부스터팩 카드 소개
🦖티라노사우루스 렉스 [알파]
높은 공격력과 임팩트 있는 아트워크의 티라노사우루스 렉스 카드입니다. 홀로그램 효과로 더욱 다이나믹한 이미지로 구현하였습니다.
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!
The See Jurassic Right Podcast‘s Back To School series returns for a new season Friday September 12th, featuring exciting new conversations with scientists, paleontologists, educators and more! You can listen to the trailer for the series here and read more from host Steven Ray Morris below.
Logo by Abigail Ervin-Penner
From Steven Ray Morris and the See Jurassic Right Podcast:
Hey everyone, Steven Ray Morris here, I am so thrilled to tell you about the return of the Back to School series on See Jurassic Right. Now besides sharing my love of the Jurassic Park (and Alien) franchises here on the podcast, I have a deep love, admiration, and respect for hardworking scientists and science educators of the world.
As the former editor of Ologies with Alie Ward, and filled with childlike wonder and curiosity instilled in me from an early age by visiting museums and watching shows like Bill Nye the Science Guy, Magic School Bus, and Eyewitness, the Back To School series is your chance to learn about a bunch of cool scientists doing cool shit, today!
Every Friday, starting September 12th, I will be sharing conversations with: paleontologists, science communicators, disease ecologists, science activists, biologists of numerous disciplines, and more. This is your chance to not only get a window into their work, but how you can help science right here, right now.
The return of the Back to School series is a long time coming (the first season was named New & Noteworthy by Apple Podcasts in 2020), and I am really excited to take all of you on a journey of discovery with me and all my amazing guests. So be sure to subscribe, like, follow, all the good stuff before the series launches this Friday, September 12th on See Jurassic Right. Hold onto your butts, see you soon!
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!
Welcome to SDCC 2025! San Diego Comic-Con will commence at the San Diego Convention Center July 24 – 27, 2025. There will be tons of Jurassic at the con with Jurassic World Rebirth, Mattel, and Jurassic World: Chaos Theory at the forefront of the franchise at the moment. Plenty of Jurassic creators and merchandise will be present as well, not to mention the numerous Jurassic-adjacent dinosaur, paleontology, and film-related opportunities. Jurassic Outpostwill be on-site and have you covered on all things Jurassic and dinosaur!
From paleodioxin to paleontology, read on for everything Jurassic happening at San Diego Comic-Con 2025:
If you’re heading to SDCC this year be sure to download the Comic-Con app. Click here to download the SDCC 2025 Exhibit Hall map.
Award-winning composers Ryan Lott (Thunderbolts*), Laura Karpman (Captain America: Brave New World), Brandon Roberts (Andor season 2), and Mick Giacchino (The Penguin) discuss their scores with clips. Moderated by Oscar Award–winning composer Michael Giacchino (The Fantastic Four: First Steps,Jurassic World trilogy). Intros by Ray Costa (Costa Comm. producer/consultant).
6:00PM PDT, Grand 12 & 13 – Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
Law finds a way… for amusement parks with dinosaurs to be liable for employee safety, injuring guests, and invasive species. Can dinosaur DNA be patented? Could Jurassic Park be insured? Would parents sue for children left at a youth camp to fend for themselves against dinosaurs? Could injured guests sue as a class action? Featuring Magistrate Judge Stacie Beckerman, Magistrate Judge Stan Boone, Kathy Steinman, Christine Peek, Stephen Tollafield, and Micheal Dennis for their analysis of Jurassic Park, Jurassic World, and Camp Cretaceous. Moderated by Joshua Gilliland, Esq. Organized by The Legal Geeks.
For more on Jurassic law, check out our very own blood-sucking lawyer Corey‘s expertise here.
6:00PM PDT, Seaport Ballroom – Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Hosted by founder Ashley Eckstein, The Her Universe Fashion Show 2025 Presented by Universal will showcase emerging designers from across the country dazzling San Diego Comic-Con from a new location within the Manchester Grand Hyatt. In celebration of this year’s theme: “Defying Fashion: Fashion That Defies Expectations,” the selected finalists will debut their designs inspired across Universal Pictures franchises including Wicked, Jurassic World and Universal Monsters as well as DreamWorks Animation franchises such as How To Train Your Dragon and Trolls. Each designer has been carefully selected for their talent to blend fandom with fashion. They will unveil their one-of-a-kind creations to the show’s largest audience to date from the Seaport Ballroom at the Manchester Grand Hyatt.
William Stout has had the amazing good fortune to work with Kurtzman, Elder, Eisner, Kirby, Moebius, Harlan Ellison, and Russ Manning. He co-founded the Comic Art Professional Society (and was its 10th resident), shared a studio with Dave Stevens and Paul Chadwick, and has attended every single San Diego Comic-Con. Bill has 14 murals at the San Diego Natural History Museum and the San Diego Zoo. His newest publication will be a three-volume Flesk Publications box set of all his comics-related work, due this October. Come see a preview of this momentous work!
Film adaptation writer/director Luke Sparke (Occupation Rainfall) will be joined by cast members Ryan Kwanten (True Blood), Tricia Helfer (Battlestar Galactica), Nick Wechsler (The Boys), and Jeremy Piven (Entourage) to premiere exclusive footage from Primitive War, a Vietnam War thriller where the Vulture Squad realizes they are fighting both men and dinosaurs.
Celebrating the Eras: A Crash Course In JurassicWorld Toy Design
The MattelJurassicWorld Design Team will take fans behind the curtain of creating the toys based on dinosaurs from Jurassic WorldRebirth and more. Designers Rafael Bencosme, Greg Murphy, Chandra Hicks and others will be on hand for product reveals, trivia, and giveaways.
Cosplay for Science will have a pop-up museum focusing on the science of Jurassic Park franchise with emphasis on the most recent Jurassic World Rebirth and real-world connections to the recent “de-extinction” announcement from Colossal. Fossil casts from the Alf Museum will also be on-hand as part of the pop-up museum.
I received an early copy of this box and can confirm that Doctor Collector “spared no expense!” Fans of both ‘Jurassic Park’ & ‘The Lost World: Jurassic Park’ will absolutely love it. Before I reveal a closer look, here is a breakdown of what’s included:
Step into the Jurassic legacy with this exclusive collector’s box, inspired by the unforgettable events of Jurassic Park (1993) and The Lost World: Jurassic Park (1997).
This set brings you never-before-seen stories, iconic moments, and hidden details from the films that started it all.
This kit contains the following:
Official Jurassic Park Guide Book (Includes 3D images)
3D Viewer Jurassic Park Googles
Staff Vehicle 004 ID
R.Muldoon Key Car
Jurassic Park Huge Flag (The Lost World)
“Danger” Metal Sign
Jurassic Park gift bag
Ingen Envelope
Lex, Tim & John Hammond photo
Dennis Nedry Ingen ID Pass
Allan Grant and Ellie Sattler photo
D.Gennaro Business Card
Snakewater Dig site Report
Triceratops Veterinary Report
Vehicle instructions and safety guidelines Brochure
Jurassic Park Map
San Diego Teller Newspaper spread
Isla Las Cinco Muertes Map
Ingen Button Badge
T-Rex Photo
Exclusive Mr. DNA Trading Cards (website exclusive)
My favorite items have got to be the ‘Jurassic Park Official Guidebook;’ Donald Gennaro’s Cowan, Swain & Ross card; and the ‘Lost World’ mural banner!
To celebrate this release, I had the wonderful opportunity to speak with one of the box’s designers, Kiko Sánchez! Below is my exclusive interview with him that will give you a behind the scenes perspective on how these Doctor Collector sets are created.
Kiko Sánchez, you are an illustrator and graphic designer in Barcelona that makes detailed props and various film memorabilia. Which franchises inspire you the most for the art you create?
I draw a lot of inspiration from nostalgic franchises like ‘Back to the Future’ or ‘Jurassic Park,’ but ‘Harry Potter’ holds a special place in my heart. I actually started by creating maps and blueprints as a fan of that saga, and it was what pushed me to pursue this professionally. Thanks to ‘Harry Potter,’ I was able to reach a lot of people, and even though I’ve distanced myself from it a bit in recent years, it’s still very special to me.
How did you first get involved with Doctor Collector and what was your first assignment?
I’ve been working with them almost since the beginning. They saw my work and reached out to me for their first ‘Jurassic Park’ set, as they were recreating the famous yellow flyer from the first movie. They saw on my website that I had recreated it and got in touch with me.
Then, they started commissioning me for more specific projects, and we’ve never stopped collaborating. I’m happy to have started with them when they were still a very small company because I’ve seen them grow and carve out a niche in the market with their unique vision of merchandise, which is quite different from the usual commercial approach.
Several boxes and kits have been made by Doctor Collector for ‘Jurassic Park‘ & ‘Jurassic World.’ Which ones were you involved in, and in what capacities?
I think I’ve worked on all of them! My work is most prominent in the ‘Jurassic World’ sets, where I’ve contributed both as an illustrator and a graphic designer, as well as working on prop reproductions.
While the ‘Jurassic Park Welcome Kit‘ is one of my favorites, being related to the original film; the ‘Jurassic World Indominus Kit‘ is perhaps the one I like the most due to how comprehensively detailed it is. What did your work consist of for the ‘Indominus Kit?’
This was actually the project where I contributed the most designs. My most recognizable piece is the map of ‘Jurassic World’s’ Main Street, which was a very ambitious and detail-rich recreation. I loved working on that because maps and blueprints are my specialty as an illustrator, but I also did a lot of other work as a graphic designer.
For this set, I created many elements, like the welcome letter, tickets, coins, VIP passes, etc., but my favorite was the idea of the FastPass with different attraction tickets. I think that’s one of those props that only my colleagues at Doctor Collector would dare to make. I studied the ‘Jurassic World’ website and all the references I could find to understand exactly how a FastPass would work in that fictional world, adding little details that make it feel like a real object. I even studied the monorail stops to figure out how to get to the attractions on time. That’s always my goal—to make everything look as authentic and believable as possible.
Sometimes, there are small props that might go unnoticed, but I’m particularly fond of them. One example is the ‘Camp Cretaceous’ postcard. Initially, I suggested creating an illustrated map of the camp (I actually studied the camp thoroughly and even made sketches) that would unfold when opening the doors—a nod to the yellow flyer from ‘Jurassic Park.’ But in the end, we opted for a simpler version with a sign-up form for kids. It’s another example of an in-universe design that enhances a set, even if it might be overlooked among all the other materials.
This box was entirely conceived by my colleagues. In this case, I designed some really cool retro-style vehicle blueprints, inspired by the aesthetic of the first movie’s materials. Since the idea is for them to be part of the attraction’s safety guidelines, I had a lot of fun incorporating little details and nods to the film—like small instructions for using the touchscreen display.
The other major prop I designed for this set is the Las Cinco Muertes map. Fans will recognize the reference—it’s one of those props that you blink and miss. I used that map as a base to create a slightly more realistic version.
Was it ever difficult to get licensed movie images, such as the Las Cinco Muertes map, or is Doctor Collector given free reign by Universal to have access to certain archives & requests?
In my case, as we say in Spain, I “throw the stone and hide my hand” — meaning I propose the designs, submit them for approval, and cross my fingers, hoping they get accepted.
Overall, Universal understands what we’re doing. They often provide us with style guides and pre-prepared materials, but since we handle the license differently than, say, a T-shirt company, we often can’t use their ready-made graphics. For example, Universal isn’t able to provide a Las Cinco Muertes map—that’s why Doctor Collector commissioned me to create one.
Once my work is done, it goes through the approval process, and if it meets all the requirements, it gets approved without any issues. Fortunately, I’m not the one handling approvals!
I love that in this new box, and even prior boxes, there are novel references as well as movie ones. The “Cowan, Swain, & Ross” card is a lovely nod to fans of the novel.
We always put a lot of effort into making the materials both canon and surprising. We usually start with what’s mentioned in the movies and then try to take it a step further. You can tell we’re fans, right?
What is your favorite piece in the new ‘Lost Memories’ box?
I think you’re going to love the safety guidelines for the Park Drive Tour.
Do you expect more ‘Jurassic’ boxes on the horizon? What are some ideas you’d like to tackle next?
Absolutely! I have so much fun coming up with ideas for these sets. Can you imagine a kit featuring the Bone-Shaker flyer or the Marine Facility blueprints [from 2011’s ‘Jurassic Park: The Game’]? I’d love to work on something like that. If my bosses are listening, I’m giving them these ideas for free!
I’d like to thank Kiko for his time in answering my questions! You can find more of Kiko’s work for sale at his Etsy store and fantastic displays on his Instagram.
Are you going to order this new collector’s box? Does Kiko’s work inspire you to be a graphic designer? Leave your comments below, and stay tuned to Jurassic Outpost for the latest!
10 years ago, ‘Jurassic World’ brought the ‘Jurassic Park’ franchise back from extinction. Since then, two sequels have come out, with more underway. But for many, the first ‘Jurassic World’ holds a special time and place, bringing to life the excitement of what a functioning dinosaur park could have been like.
In 2013, it was finally announced that the fourth film was on the horizon. Rumors that it would feature a fully realized theme park on Isla Nublar, known as Jurassic World, led to many questions running in everyone’s minds. It was quite a surprising direction for the story that most people didn’t see coming. When filming began in 2014, many fans flocked for the chance to personally take part in the experience. Cameras rolled in Hawaii first, but soon after that their lenses focused on several massive sets in New Orleans.
During 2023, Derrick Davis of Jurassic Time conversed with three fans who were lucky enough to have been extras (background cast members) at New Orleans: Anthony Feliciano, Bo Monarch, and Brent Kappel. Their discussions were edited into a 4-part video series that dove into the memories of their incredible experiences on the impressive sets of ‘Jurassic World.’ We got to hear their fun stories, along with a plethora of rare behind the scenes photos, video footage, and other unique imagery.
Anthony and Bo first describe what it was like filming the famous Mosasaur Stadium sequence. We learn how little of the set there actually was, and the simple methods used to create a much larger effect on screen. They also catch a glimpse of the original ‘Jurassic Park’ Visitor Center’s eerie ruins. Despite seeing the set from afar, it was enough to give them immense excitement.
In the second segment, Anthony and Bo look back at their experiences inside the highly-detailed Hammond Creation Lab and Samsung Innovation Center sets. We get a fun recollection of what they thought their scenes were about while being filmed, as well as some props, like a map, that they were able to take home with them.
For the third segment, Brent details the stunning Main Street set that was built next to an abandoned Six Flags amusement park. He gives us detailed descriptions of many Main Street locations, including the mostly-unseen Jurassic Traders Gift Shop, and the shock of Katie McGrath (who played Zara) performing some of her insane stunts on set.
The fourth segment of this series features Brent describing what it was like portraying a scientist in the Hammond Creation Lab, then reveals several props that mysteriously left with him. He tells a funny story involving Chris Pratt, and one of the props he shows us features a dinosaur dietary chart.
Now, for the 10th anniversary of ‘Jurassic World’ in 2025, Derrick engaged in conversations with a new group of extras from New Orleans and Hawaii. Through these discussions, a wealth of new stories emerged, accompanied by a vast array of images and footage. This special retrospective on the ‘Jurassic World’ extras experience was compiled into another 4-part video series to celebrate the occasion.
In the first segment, New Orleans extras Mariah Lambes, Chris Topher, Rob Miranda, and Brent Kappel discuss the Mosasaur Stadium, Samsung Innovation Center, and Main Street sets. For the first time, we learn about the hangar set, which is seen at the end of the film, where the survivors of Jurassic World gather after their terrible ordeals. An extraordinary act of kindness by the film’s director, Colin Trevorrow, is also revealed.
For the second segment, Mariah, Chris, Rob, and Brent describe more about the Main Street set in New Orleans, including a minor injury that occurred and the full version of Jimmy Buffett’s cameo. Attractions inspired by the film at Universal Studios theme parks, the use of digital doubles, and other surprising stories are also revealed.
The third segment takes us to Hawaii, where a whole new group of extras tell their stories about this location’s incredible sets. We begin with Audrey Chang, who describes the process of being an extra in Hawaii, what it was like being on the ferry that took visitors to Jurassic World, and arriving at the dock set. Cody Easterbrook continues the conversation as he describes the Indominus Rex paddock set, the original name of the hybrid dinosaur, his role in the film, and much more.
In the final fourth segment, Hawaii extra Ryota Takuma recounts stories about the Gyrosphere Loading Station set at Kualoa Ranch and the Hilton Isla Nublar Hotel set at the Hawaii Convention Center. Ryota also describes being part of a deleted scene, with some rare images and footage to help illustrate it. The concluding conversation features film enthusiast and photographer Charlie Chai, who reveals one-of-a-kind images and footage that he captured from several of Hawaii’s sets. We even get an incredibly rare look at the ‘Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom’ version of Main Street in ruins.
All the extras Derrick spoke with, and surely many others, finally got to see their work in June 2015 when the film premiered around the world. No matter what they thought of the final product, seeing themselves on the big screen was a huge thrill. While the rest of us may be envious of their experiences, it is wonderful to have their recollections joined with all the imagery to finally get a real sense of what these sets were truly like. And, if only for a short time, we can also imagine we visited ‘Jurassic World’ just as they had.
One can’t deny that Jurassic World brought a franchise back from extinction. After a decade, hearing memories from the film’s extras made me recall the excitement and fun that Jurassic World brought to my life. Learning more about the incredible sets with detailed images and footage made me appreciate the artistry even more. It truly feels like a real place, and for Jurassic World’s extras, it was. For the rest of us, every fan has their own special stories of what the entire Jurassic Park series means to them, and it’s in these stories that life has truly found a way to bring us all together.
Which set from ‘Jurassic World’ do you wish you could have visited the most? Were you also an extra in the film, and if so, what scenes were you in? Share your comments below, and as always, stay tuned to Jurassic Outpost for the latest!
Interviews conducted & videos created by Derrick Davis. Article written by Derrick Davis, duplicated at Jurassic Time & Derrick Davis Media.
