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.
On April 9th, the pre-sale for this exclusive “Web Edition” of the Collector’s Box goes live, which includes exclusive Mr. DNA trading cards! You can set up a notification reminder right now so you don’t miss out.
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 (exclusive in our website)
Fans of both ‘Jurassic Park’ & ‘The Lost World: Jurassic Park’ should find plenty to love, so don’t miss out on this new box from Doctor Collector!
Are you going to order this new collector’s box? Which item inside spoke to you the most? Leave your comments below, and stay tuned to Jurassic Outpost for the latest!
Following the unveiling of Mattel’s first wave lineup of toys for Jurassic World Rebirth, LEGO has shared multiple new mainline sets to be released alongside the film that reveal new details about Rebirth’s characters, dinosaurs, and story!
New LEGO® Jurassic World Rebirth sets roaring soon, inspired by an all-new era in the Jurassic World franchise!
To celebrate the latest film of the blockbuster Jurassic World franchise, six brand-new LEGO® Jurassic World Rebirth sets are being revealed.
The new LEGO sets will launch June 1st on www.LEGO.com/jurassicworld, in LEGO stores and at select global retailers.
Billund, Denmark March 6th, 2025:
New LEGO® Jurassic World Rebirth playsets have been revealed to tie-in with the upcoming Jurassic World Rebirth movie, from Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment. The new LEGO® sets will launch June 1st just in time for the latest film in the colossal blockbuster franchise to hit theaters in July.
A new era is born. The LEGO Group and Universal Products & Experiences are continuing to build on the legacy of the enduring Jurassic World franchise with the latest addition of six new LEGO sets bringing to life epic scenes and characters from the upcoming film, Jurassic World Rebirth, allowing builders aged 5+ and up to recreate favorite dinosaur adventures right in their homes.
“Our LEGO Jurassic World sets bring to life the excitement and adventure of thrilling dinosaurs and favorite scenes from the popular franchise, inspiring creativity and storytelling through play and exploration – just like in the movies. It was a lot of fun for the team to create these new LEGO sets inspired by Jurassic World Rebirth and watching some sneak peaks of what fans can expect was beyond cool!”
– Benjamin Liboriussen, LEGO Jurassic World Designer at the LEGO Group.
The new sets offer a diverse range of building experiences, from action-packed hunts to moments of awe and discovery. From the adorable Aquilops baby dinosaur to the fan-favorite Spinosaurus to the new Titanosaurus, each set is designed to encourage exploration with attention to details for an authentic and engaging building experience:
LEGO Jurassic WorldRebirth Baby Dinosaur Dolores: Aquilops (76970) is a playset for ages 7+ that includes a brick-built baby Aquilops dinosaur figure and a buildable plant. The Baby Dolores model can move its head, arms, legs and tail, allowing a range of fun poses.
LEGO Jurassic World Rebirth Raptor Off-Road Escape (76972) for ages 6+ is inspired by a scene in the Jurassic World Rebirth and features Reuben and Isabella Delgado as minifigures, alongside Baby Dolores in the back of the off-road vehicle, as they are trying to escape the clever Velociraptor. Children can make up their own action-packed play adventures with this building set.
LEGO Jurassic World Rebirth Raptor & Titanosaurus Tracking Mission (76973) is for fans ages 7+ who like to play out missions and with this set they can take a DNA sample from the giant Titanosaurus or load up the off-road vehicle and go explore.
LEGO Jurassic World Rebirth Brick-Built Mosasaurus Boat Mission (76974) features endless possibilities for action-based playtime where builders ages 9+ can recreate the iconic Mosasaurus boat scene from the film.
LEGO Jurassic World Rebirth T. rex River Escape (76975) lets ages 5+ play out an exciting scene from the movie and features a molded, fully articulated T. rex dinosaur, plus two minifigures: Teresa Delgado and Xavier Dobbs.
LEGO Jurassic World Rebirth Spinosaurus & Quetzalcoatlus Air Mission (76976) for fans ages 8+ features Zora Bennett, Martin Krebs, Dr. Henry Loomis and Duncan Kincaid at the ancient temple and kids can play-pretend gathering a valuable DNA sample from the Quetzalcoatlus nest. The set also includes a Spinosaurus which has moving legs, arms, tail, head and jaw.
The LEGO Jurassic Park portfolio was introduced back in 2001 based on the movie, Jurassic Park III which was released the same year. In 2015, the first Jurassic World film had its world premiere and new LEGO Jurassic World sets were announced. Continuing from 2018 onward, several LEGO Jurassic World & Jurassic Park sets based on the popular franchise have since been introduced. Fans of LEGO Play and the Jurassic World franchise can dive into their passion and explore the cool vehicles, iconic characters, scientific tools and of course, famous creatures – the astonishing dinosaurs, through the portfolio of sets.
The LEGO Jurassic World Rebirth sets will be available for purchase from June 1st, 2025, on www.LEGO.com/Jurassicworld in LEGO Stores and select global retailers worldwide.
Product information
LEGO Jurassic World Rebirth Baby Dinosaur Dolores: Aquilops (76970)
Age: 7+
Price: 24.99 € / 24.99 $/ 19.99 £
Pieces: 339
Product No.: 76970
Dimensions: Measures over 4.5 in. (11 cm) high, 7.5 in. (20 cm) long and 6 in. (15 cm) wide
Available: June 1st, 2025
LEGO® Jurassic World Rebirth Raptor Off-Road Escape (76972)
Age: 6+
Price: 34.99 € / 34.99 $/ 29.99 £
Pieces: 285
Product No.: 76972
Dimensions: Measures over 2.5 in. (7 cm) high, 5.5 in. (15 cm) long and 2.5 in. (6 cm) wide
Available: June 1st, 2025
LEGO Jurassic World Rebirth Raptor & Titanosaurus Tracking Mission (76973)
Age: 7+
Price: 99.99 € / 99.99 $/ 89.99 £
Pieces: 582
Product No.: 76973
Dimensions: Measures over 4 in. (10 cm) high, 8 in. (21 cm) wide and 6 in. (16 cm) deep
Available: June 1st, 2025
LEGO Jurassic World Rebirth Brick-Built Mosasaurus Boat Mission (76974)
Age: 9+
Price: 59.99 € / 59.99 $/ 54.99 £
Pieces: 858
Product No.: 76974
Dimensions: Measures over 2.5 in. (6 cm) high, 16.5 in. (42 cm) long and 8 in. (20 cm) wide
Available: June 1st, 2025
LEGO Jurassic World Rebirth T. rex River Escape (76975)
Age: 5+
Price: 49.99 € / 49.99 $/ 44.99£
Pieces: 199
Product No.: 76975
Dimensions: Measures over 3.5 in. (8 cm) high, 8 in. (20 cm) wide and 5.5 in. (14 cm) deep
Available: June 1st, 2025
LEGO Jurassic World Rebirth Spinosaurus & Quetzalcoatlus Air Mission (76976)
Age: 8+
Price: 149.99 € / 149.99 $/ 139.99 £
Pieces: 984
Product No.: 76976
Dimensions: Measures over 8 in. (20 cm) high, 13 in. (33 cm) wide and 5 in. (12 cm) deep
Available: June 1st, 2025
These new LEGO sets look pretty fantastic and reveal quite a bit! We now know more character names like Xavier Dobbs, Teresa Delgado‘s presumed boyfriend, and Ed Skrein’s character Atwater. Atwater finds a way.
Watch our full breakdown of these Jurassic World Rebirth sets and more below!
In a new press release Mattel has revealed even more of their lineup of toys for the upcoming Jurassic World Rebirth! Featuring some classic Jurassic-infused mainline toys, Micro Adventures sets, new masks and claws, and action-packed Imaginext, these toys only add to our excitement for the movie this summer.
Rage ‘N Roar™ Tyrannosaurus Rex (JCH04) SRP: $39.99 Coming Spring 2025
This Tyrannosaurus rex mask is sure to thrill any Jurassic World fan with its appearance straight out of Jurassic World Rebirth. With authentic movie design, this Tyrannosaurus rex mask is intimidating even in its “resting” state – with ferocious teeth, blinking eyes and soft growl sounds. The light-up eye effects increase with three levels of aggression and increasingly fierce growls as the jaw is opened! It’s fierce, it’s fiercer, watch OUT! This role play mask will light up any Jurassic World fan 6 years and older. Eye and mouth openings provide easy wearability and an adjustable strap provides a secure fit.
Basic Mask Assortment (JGG11) SRP: $16.99 Coming Spring 2025
Playtime gets real with these authentic detailed dinosaur role-play masks inspired by Jurassic World Rebirth! This costume headgear is ready for re-enacting moments from the latest movie or the entire franchise and creating new scenes of dinosaur mayhem. Each mask features realistic details like skin texture, color and teeth so kids can “become” their favorite dinosaur! The wide-opening jaw feature allows a chomping motion for active play. A secure strap ensures a comfortable fit and eye and nose openings provide wearability.
Micro Adventures™ Mosasaurus Playset (JGB60) SRP: $39.99 Coming Fall 2025
This Mosasaurus Micro Adventure playset brings the thrills of Jurassic World Rebirth home. The dinosaur head-shaped playset props open with a roar to reveal your own miniature Jurassic World, with 7 different finger-activated features, 7 sound effects and 6 included micro figures. Features include slides, pop-out panels and break-away destruction play, all inspired by Jurassic World Rebirth. Figures fit securely on pegs throughout the environment and the set folds up neatly so it can be taken along for travel or kept packed up at home.
Micro Adventures™ Playset Assortment (JGB96) SRP: $19.99 Coming Spring 2025
Bring Jurassic World Rebirth thrills home, and take them along with you anywhere, with a Micro Adventures playset! Prop open the dino head-shaped playset to reveal a miniature world of fun inspired by the movie settings. With 4 finger-activated features and 3 included micro figures, this is a dinosaur lover’s dream. The dinosaur head even provides chomping fun when folded up! Figures fit securely on pegs throughout the environment and the set folds up neatly so it can be taken along for travel or kept packed up at home ready for playtime.
Spinosaurus Battle Claws™ Set (JGC83) SRP: $19.99 Coming Spring 2025
Get ready for thrilling action and adventure with these Spinosaurus Battle Claws inspired by Jurassic World Rebirth! These costume claws let kids play the role of the fierce Spinosaurus dinosaur. Made of soft plastic material, this hand gear with realistic design and texture makes dinosaur fans ready for battle. They’re perfect for swiping and slashing when recreating big action scenes and moments. The 10.8-inch long claws come with a stretchy band inside, so they fit snugly on a child’s hand for movie role-play fun! Realistic design and color from Jurassic World Rebirth make play feel real! Combine with the Jurassic World Spinosaurus dinosaur mask for added costume play.
Primal Protector™ Aquilops ‘Dolores’ (JGC01) SRP: $29.99 Coming Spring 2025
Bring the human and dinosaur interactions from Jurassic World Rebirth home with this Primal Protector Aquilops ‘Dolores’ inspired by the relationship between Isabella and her companion dinosaur in the movie. This interactive dinosaur toy reacts positively to petting, has a tail activated “protect” action mode and is ready to chomp on a licorice treat.
Launch ‘N Battle Vehicle Set (JGB59) SRP: $34.99 Coming Fall 2025
This Jurassic World Rebirth Launch ‘N Battle Vehicle, inspired by the excitement of the movie, is ready for adventure with a detachable turret with blaster. It launches either a DNA sample-collecting dart or a net projectile. A Jurassic World Rebirth Velociraptor and Martin Krebs figure are also included for storytelling possibilities. With the 10.7-inch long off-road vehicle, 7.5-inch long dinosaur and 3.75-inch tall Krebs, this story pack is ready for chase and battle action or realistic display. Scan the Tracking Code on the Velociraptor’s foot in the free Jurassic World Play App with a compatible smart device (Android or iOS, not included) to unlock a digital version of the dinosaur and play the fiercely fun game to race various vehicles on land, air and sea.
Imaginext® Ultimate Action Chomp T. Rex (JGR40) SRP: $99.99 Coming Fall 2025
Standing 18 inches tall, the giant dinosaur toy rumbles and roars, moves its head up and down, features light-up eyes, has removable launchers and can “swallow” 3-inch figures — one human and one dinosaur figure are included for storytelling play right out of the box! The action starts with the trigger in the tail or a Power Pad on top — they’re easy for small hands to grasp and help preschoolers master fine-motor skills. A “real feel” tongue adds tactile thrill. Reenact scenes from Jurassic World Rebirth or imagine new stories.
The Aquachomp Mosasaurus dinosaur toy measures 18 inches long and features sound and movement, plus “real feel” fins and spine. Kids simply press the Power Pad for chomping action and realistic sounds or push to roll along on wheels and see her head and tail move. Reenact scenes from Jurassic World Rebirth with the included 3-inch action figure and patrol boat featuring a removable launcher and two projectiles.
Imaginext® Sprinting Spinosaurus Figure (JFR24) SRP: $49.99 Coming Fall 2025
The 9-inch-tall dinosaur toy can dart, dash, chomp and thrash with dynamic motion — kids simply squeeze the trigger on the tail to see the ferocious creature lunge forward and chomp! It’s easy for small hands to grasp and helps preschoolers master fine-motor skills. A “real feel” spine adds to the tactile thrill. Reenact scenes from Jurassic World Rebirth or imagine new stories. Dinosaur and action fans can engage in imaginative play as they sprint and chomp their way through playtime.
What do you think of the Jurassic World Rebirth toys from Mattel and others so far? Will you be picking them up when they hit shelves this summer? Let us know in the comments, and watch our full breakdown of these reveals below!
The LEGO Group and Universal Products and Experiences unveils the new LEGO® Jurassic World Dinosaur Fossils: Tyrannosaurus rex (T.rex) set. This set is the largest LEGO Jurassic World set ever made and offers a challenging and rewarding building experience for fans. Featuring a detailed T. rex fossil skeleton, over 1m (more than 3 feet!) in length, the new 3,145 piece LEGO set is sure to impress both builders and collectors alike.
The LEGO Jurassic World Dinosaur Fossils set boasts articulated joints, including a movable head, opening jaw, and posable arms and tail, allowing for dynamic and customizable displays. The set also includes a display stand, an information plaque, and hidden franchise Easter eggs, such as an ‘amber’ piece, adding layers of authenticity and nostalgia.
Fans of the iconic 1993 film Jurassic Park, from Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment, will appreciate the inclusion of two beloved film characters in LEGO Minifigure form: Dr. Ellie Sattler and Dr. Alan Grant. These characters bring a touch of cinematic history to the set, making it a perfect gift for fans of the franchise. In addition, the coffee-table-style instructions not only guide builders step-by-step but also include fascinating design details, movie highlights, and T. rex dinosaur facts. Builders can further enhance their experience with the LEGO Builder app, which provides an interactive way to zoom in, rotate models in 3D, and track progress.
The LEGO Jurassic World Dinosaur Fossils: Tyrannosaurus rex set is available for LEGO Insiders early access from March 12, 2025 at www.LEGO.com/JurassicTrex and LEGO Stores, and available for all from March 15, 2025 priced at €249.99 / £219.99 / $249.99.
Age: 18+ Pieces: 3,145 Product No.: 76968 Dimensions: Height: 33cm (12.5in) / Length: 105cm (41in) Available: LEGO Insiders Early access 3/12/25 and 3/15/25 for All
About the LEGO Group The LEGO Group’s mission is to inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow through the power of play. The LEGO System in Play, with its foundation in LEGO bricks, allows children and fans to build and rebuild anything they can imagine.
The LEGO Group was founded in Billund, Denmark in 1932 by Ole Kirk Kristiansen, its name derived from the two Danish words LEg Godt, which mean “Play Well”.
Today, the LEGO Group remains a family-owned company headquartered in Billund. Its products are now sold in more than 120 countries worldwide. For more information: www.LEGO.com.
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.
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.
It is great to see LEGO continually showcasing the paleontological and museum-related aspects of the Jurassic franchise in awesome ways. Will you be picking up this new LEGO T. rex skeleton set? Let us know in the comments!
We have our very first look at the toys, LEGO sets, and merchandise inspired by Jurassic World Rebirth! Coming officially from Universal Pictures and their brand partners, we can see what the first dinosaurs, vehicles, and clothing on shelves for this film will look like.
From Mattel, we have the first images of the Jurassic World Rebirth Super Colossal T. rex, Super Colossal Mosasaurus, Bite N’ Blast Mosasaurus, Tail Thrasher Spinosaurus, Power Devour T. rex, Titanosaurus, and Aerial Ambush Quetzalcoatlus:
The Bite N’ Blast Mosasaurus is available to pre-order now at Mattel.com! More information is coming soon on these items and where to purchase starting June 1st.
We also have our first look at the LEGO Jurassic World Rebirth Spinosaurus, Quetzalcoatlus, Titanosaurus, and Mosasaurus:
The LEGO Spinosaurus is a real standout here, as well as the Titanosaurus. More information is coming soon on these items and where to purchase starting June 1st.
The marketing and merchandise timeline for Jurassic World Rebirth has begun! What do you think of these new items so far, and will you be picking them up from stores as they release?
Coming off reopening Jurassic Park The Ride after an extended refurbishment, Universal Studios Japan has announced that they will be hosting a six-month long Jurassic interactive event!
From March 14, 2025, through August 31, 2025 (*dates subject to change) Universal Studios Japan will be hosting Jurassic World Journey, a special limited time event during daytime park hours with unique show offerings, special food, interactive missions, and more!
Take your family on a thrilling, new adventure to experience the dinosaurs from Jurassic World like never before! See the terrifying T. rex on a boat tour through the jungle. Meet and interact with adorable baby dinosaurs! And try not to scream during a tense encounter with a Raptor! You can also go on an all-new “”Mission Walk”” where you can explore the area while solving fun and exciting new puzzles along the way!’
So, lets break down exactly what guests can expect and experience during JW Journey!
ENTERTAINMENT OFFERINGS
There will be three “new” shows offered during the Jurassic World Journey event that will bring guests closer than ever to the park’s dinosaurs! Universal Japan has proven time and again that they love experimenting with live performance to showcase dinosaurs in their Jurassic Park area. Universal Japan has been the stage for a variety of Jurassic shows through the years since the 00’s, showcasing many different dinosaurs with each iteration (one of which even had a Spinosaurus!)
In “Dino Encounter” guests will be able to see some of the park’s herbivorous dinosaurs, like Triceratops and Stegosaurus, and will also have opportunities to pet and even feed the animals!
Complimenting the experience with the herbivores will be the “Baby Dino Adventure,” guests will experience the awe and wonder of interacting with a baby dinosaur and learn some fun new facts about the incredible species from its handler! You can even take a commemorative photo to have as a keepsake of this truly unforgettable and heartwarming moment!
Be careful though, because while the island is home to many magnificent and wonderful animals, danger also lurks around every corner! In “Raptor Alert” you find out that several raptors have escaped from their enclosures and have been spotted in the area! Be sure to take caution as you move throughout the area! Get ready to experience the thrill of a lifetime as you try to avoid being trapped by the Raptor pack!
Universal is also planning the “ultimate adventure” for the whole family to enjoy with the Jurassic World “Mission Walk!” After picking up your mission booklet at Jurassic Outfitters (each guest can obtain one mission booklet per day), guests will explore the jungles of Jurassic World and complete their exciting missions throughout the Park! As you complete the various missions you’ll also encounter various dinosaurs hidden in the jungle. Every participant who completes all of the missions will receive an exclusive sticker as a gift!
The Jurassic section highlighted on the USJ map. ①Jurassic World Raptor Alert ②Jurassic World Dino Encounter ③Jurassic World Baby Dino Adventure ④Jurassic World Mission Walk
PHOTO OP
On top of the new entertainment offerings, there will also be a special photo op location where guests can get a commemorative photo with a Jurassic World gyrosphere!
FOOD OFFERINGS
The new T, Rex Burger, volcanic Strawberry and Chocolate Cupcake, and Ancient Sea drink.
Universal never misses an opportunity to come up with unique and special foods for their parks as well, and during Jurassic World Journey the park will be offering multiple new edible dishes.
There will be five new meals offered- the massive T. rex Burger Meal, the Raptor Burger Meal, the Pteranodon Burger meal (which looks to be a crispy chicken sandwich,) the Mosasaurus Burger Meal (a breaded fish sandwich,) and the bite sized Triceratops Burger Meal for kids. To pair with the meal there will also be a unique drink, a salty lemon and lychee soda mix named the Ancient Sea.
And don’t forget desert! Offerings like a pteranodon topped chocolate and strawberry cupcake (made to look like Mt. Sibo erupting,) and the Jurassic Chocolate Lemon Churritos are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Images on Universal Japan’s website suggest that there may be even more food and treat options available as well during the event, like a delectable multi-layered dessert dish of some kind and Jurassic themed macarons.
While there has been no news of new or special merchandise (other than the sticker awarded at the end of the Mission Walk,) the Blue and Gyrosphere popcorn bucket will finally be making its way to Universal Japan!
And don’t forget to ride that ever flowing river with the newly refurbished Jurassic Park The Ride, and fly alongside pterosaurs on the rollercoaster The Flying Dinosaur.
Walt Disney World News Today reported in their article reporting on the special event that Universal Japan has said that there will be “enhancements” added to the rides for the event, but we could not find any information on Universal Japan’s website (or elsewhere) corroborating this. It is not without precedent though, as other parks like Universal Hollywood and Orlando have made minor tweaks to their respective Jurassic rides in the past for special events like Halloween Horror Nights. So perhaps we will see a few added details, props, or dinosaurs in the coming months!
Universal Destinations and Resorts around the world have had many different special Jurassic offerings over the years. For instance, for Jurassic Park‘s 30th Anniversary Universal Orlando had a special tribute store, and in 2018 Universal Singapore had the short show Jurassic World ROAR! in honor of the release of Jurassic World Fallen Kingdom. While none of the other Universal’s other resorts have announced any special events or offerings accompanying the release Jurassic World Rebirth as of yet, we can hope that perhaps Universal Japan is just leading the way and maybe some of the other destinations will soon follow suit with some dino-sized surprises for guests this year!
What would you like to see come to Universal Parks around the globe? More special Jurassic events? More unique shows with dinosaurs? New rides? Let us know in the comments below.
The InGen Spinosaurs and Tyrannosaurus facing off in the Aviary showroom of the Jurassic Park Institute Tour. Image courtesy of Rick Bluhm
Since the release of Jurassic Park in 1993, there have been multiple accompanying live shows, exhibits, and experiences across the world that have helped bridge the gap between the fictitious world of the franchise, and our real one.
In the early 00’s, one such exhibit was the Jurassic Park Institute Tour, located in Japan. Designed and produced by Thinkwell Design & Production, the Thea Award Winning exhibit brought the world and science of Jurassic Park alive unlike ever before.
The nearly hour-long experience featured twelve different exhibits, all featuring interactive displays and showcasing breathtaking encounters with dinosaurs using of state of the art technology and theatrical techniques. To bring these environments and exhibits to life, the creative team employed artists who took great great care of the loaned props, and in recreating entire environments from educational museum galleries, to an InGen laboratory, and even a jaunt through the Aviary.
JPIT’s Field Art Director, Rick Bluhm, adjusting a display in the InGen lab. Image courtesy of Rick Bluhm.
To tackle such an endeavor as one of these dino-sized projects, you need a dedicated and creative team. Enter Rick Bluhm, a Field Art Director on the Jurassic Park Institute Tour project. We were lucky enough to be able to connect with Bluhm, and asked him to reflect on his career as well as on his time with the JPIT project.
JO: What got you interested in being in entertainment and ultimately a Creative Director, and how did you make the journey to now helping create some of the most immersive theatrical and ride experiences in the world?
RB: My career began with theatrical set design in the Los Angeles area at dozens of small theatres. Through contacts there I transitioned into Art Direction for television commercials, series and ultimately films. It was while I was on hiatus between those projects that I was asked to join Universal and have been in themed immersive entertainment ever since – although I just retired from my position of Senior Director, Creative, after 12 years developing attractions for the parks in Orlando and Osaka.
I was very proud to be a part of the Thinkwell team that produced Jurassic Park Institute Tour and we had quite an adventure in Tokyo that summer! Prior to [joining JPI], I was the Art Director for several show attractions that we opened in Universal Studios Japan in 2001. Needless to say, I had experience with the culture and that helped me lead the wonderful local prop and set dressing crew for JPIT.
One of the earlier exhibits in the JPIT, showcasing the latest information and research in paleontology. Image courtesy of Rick Bluhm
JO: In the early 00’s with the release of Jurassic Park 3 there was this kind of push with the Jurassic Park Institute branding to kind of be more educational focused. There were books, games, and a website. But then of course there was the inception and creation of this live experience which looks like it bridges a lot of the fantastical elements and universe of the films with science and education. Can you tell us how the tour came to be initially?
RB: Ken Nakashima was the man who brought the idea for the tour to Thinkwell. He was studying paleontology at a university in the L.A. area and was keenly interested in dinosaur DNA. His father, Sam Nakashima brought investors together to create this tour, which would package the education Ken was passionate about into a wonderfully immersive entertainment experience.
An InGen lab showroom. Image courtesy of Rick Bluhm.
RB: The details about developing the concept happened all before I was brought on to the project. Joe Cashman was the Production Designer who oversaw creative and he hired me as a Field Art Director to procure all the set dressing and props, plants etc. and stage them all when we arrived in Tokyo. Before the “Mr. DNA” film pre-show, we had a huge exhibit of dinosaur skeletons with informational graphic panels to anchor the experience with a strong scientific foundation.
The Brachiosaur canopy scene, where guests would come face to face with some of the largest animals InGen created. Image courtesy of Rick Bluhm.
JO: What was one of the hardest aspects of bringing this experience to life?
RB: The biggest challenge was the scene which featured Brachiosaurs feeding. Guests felt as if they were on a bridge, overlooking the canopy of trees through which the long necks of the dinosaurs were grazing. We had limited depth there, so I had a firm in Singapore fabricate trunks with bases and armatures so we could create huge diameters of gingko trees that sat a few feet above the floor and masked it.
This EX-STINKS. Image courtesy of Rick Bluhm.
RB: One particularly silly moment was when we received delivery of the dung pile for the Triceratops yard. It didn’t seem quite real enough, so I asked the prop team to coat it in clear gloss. It worked so well that it elicited big laughs from the crew and guests.
A section of the JPIT that showcased scenic props and models from Jurassic Park 3, including the unused infamous “RED” Velociraptor from early pre-production. Image courtesy of Rick Bluhm.
JO: Did you all have any movie props or pieces that were a part of the tour?
RB: Although we moulded a few props (eggs, for example) from originals from the films, we wanted a special way to feature actual props and wardrobe from the latest film (JP3).
Costumes used by the main cast of Jurassic Park 3 on display at the JPTI. Image courtesy of Rick Bluhm.
RB: We created a post-show before the exit which displayed incubators and other equipment from the scene where they stumble on the dilapidated Ingen lab – plus a couple of full size Raptors and wardrobe from the key characters. I also created an Art Directors’ Studio area to feature blueprints and renderings of the sets from that film.
Concept art, models, and other preproduction and production material from the first three Jurassic films on display. Image courtesy of Rick Bluhm.
RB: I took great care in the authenticity of our props – particularly the genetics lab and medical bay – researching details from the films. Also, the artificial foliage had to have proper scale and species that would be found in the regions from the films.
Rick Bluhm adjusting and adding foliage to one of the various scenes in JPTI. A small compy pops up to keep the creative company. Image courtesy of Rick Bluhm.
JO: What do you think captivates people about Jurassic or dinosaurs in general?
RB: Dinosaurs will always be a source of fascination to us humans. The strength and majesty of those exotic creatures in an ancient world, so different from what it is now. I was obsessed as a boy and have seen my nephews and others continue with that curiosity.
One of the many animal containment areas apart of JPTI, featuring Triceratops and a fully animatronic Jurassic Park 3 style Ankylosaurus. Image courtesy of Rick Bluhm.
While the Tour is no longer, an other interactive Jurassic experiences have now taken its place, you can watch a promotional reel for the Jurassic Park Institute Tour below thanks to archival efforts of The Jurassic Park Collection.
Have you ever experienced a Jurassic exhibit? If so, which one, and what kind of affect did it have on you? Would you like to see more edutainment style experiences and material from the Jurassic brand like with Jurassic Park Institute? Let us know in the comments below!
Mother’s Cookies continues their snack partnership with Universal Pictures and Jurassic World with new cookie creations in 2025!
Mother’s Cookies Dynamite Dinosaurs
Featuring four ‘Jurassic World’ inspired dinosaur shapes and ‘Jurassic World’ packaging, these frosted cookie treats just got a prehistoric makeover.
Mother’s® Cookies Introduces First-Ever Chocolatey Flavor – Dynamite Dinosaurs – Inspired by Jurassic World
Mother’s® Cookies is sparking a new level of creativity and imagination for fun parents with the launch of its first-ever chocolatey cookie: Dynamite Dinosaurs. This new addition to the Mother’s Cookies portfolio, the first in four years, is inspired by the fierce yet fun world of dinosaurs from the iconic franchise, Jurassic World, from Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment.
Families can enjoy these deliciously baked chocolate cookies coated in blue and green vanilla flavored frosting, all topped with orange and black sprinkles to make each bite a celebration. Each cookie shape resembles the fierce, yet fun dinosaurs that excite fans from Jurassic World including Pteranodon, Tyrannosaurus Rex, Brachiosaurus, and Triceratops. These cookies are perfect for themed parties, after-school snacks, or when you’re in need of a sweet treat, delivering a roaring good time with every bite.
“Mother’s Cookies is all about providing families with fun ways to create memories together and what better way to do so than by adding two things to our portfolio we know kids love – chocolate and dinosaurs,” said Rachna Patel, Vice President, Distinctive Brands Marketing at Ferrero. “The launch of Jurassic World-inspired Dynamite Dinosaurs is a monumental milestone for the brand, as it is the first chocolatey cookie for our portfolio. We are confident consumers will love these new cookies as much as our classic vanilla shortbread and look forward to seeing all the snack time adventures.”
Mother’s Dynamite Dinosaurs Cookies, inspired by Jurassic World, are available now at retailers nationwide.
About Mother’s® Cookies Since 1914, Mother’s Cookies have been sparking celebrations and creating sweet moments of cookie joy. With its iconic fully frosted animal cookies covered in sprinkles, Mother’s encourages parents and kids to take a step back from the daily grind and to live life playfully, or as Mother’s puts it, Stop and Taste the Frosting. The Mother’s portfolio includes Original Circus Animal Cookies, Mythical Creatures Cookies, Dynamite Dinosaurs Cookies as well as seasonal offerings like Puppy Love, Springtime Buddies, Eerie Critters and Reindeer Games Cookies.
About Ferrero® Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with over 35 iconic brands sold in more than 170 countries. The Ferrero Group brings joy to people around the world with much-loved treats and snacks including Nutella®, Kinder®, Tic Tac®, and Ferrero Rocher®. More than 47,000 employees are passionate about helping people celebrate life’s special moments. The Ferrero Group’s family culture, now in its third generation, is based on dedication to quality and excellence, heritage and a commitment to the planet and communities in which we operate.
Ferrero entered the North American market in 1969 and has grown to more than 5,400 employees in 15 plants and warehouses, and eight offices in North America across the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean. It has expanded its presence and portfolio with the addition of iconic brands such as Butterfinger®, CRUNCH®, Keebler®, Famous Amos®, Mother’s Cookies®, and other distinctive cookie and chocolate brands. Follow @FerreroNACorp on Twitter and Instagram. www.ferreronorthamerica.com.
About Jurassic World 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. An all-new event film – Jurassic World Rebirth – arrives in theaters July 2025.
La-La Land Records has been hitting a homerun with ‘Jurassic Park’ fans over the years. In 2016, they released a double CD set of expanded and remastered soundtracks for the classic John Williams scores ‘Jurassic Park’ & ‘The Lost World: Jurassic Park,’ with both getting sperate releases (and even more material) in 2022 & 2023 respectively. This year, they have a new soundtrack release for the franchise’s third film, ‘Jurassic Park 3,’ composed by Don Davis! But what sets it apart from previous releases, and is it a definitive presentation of the score? Let’s take a walk in the park and find out!
In 2001, the soundtrack was released on CD in the form of a 54-minute album via Decca records. Composer Don Davis (‘The Matrix Trilogy’) assembled this 1-CD release himself, combining some cues together to form certain tracks, and arranging it all in his own personal sequence. Unlike the John Williams scores for the prior films, this one is nearly wall-to-wall action (just like the film). While it runs through every scene, it also expertly weaves themes established by Williams in very fun and clever ways. Also included on the album was the 1999 Randy Newman song “Big Hat, No Cattle,” which puzzled fans since it is only briefly heard in the film during an early bar scene in the background. While this album featured a decent amount of the score (about 50 minutes of Davis’s material), it did leave off several noteworthy cues that were heard in the film. Some of these were favorites of those who had seen the film, such as the climactic showdown with the Spinosaurus, expecting to find them on the album but ending up disappointed.
Interesting to note is that this album was an “Enhanced CD.” If put into a computer’s CD or DVD ROM drive, it would open a program with access to special features, including: the film’s trailer, a dinosaur size chart, photos, website access, a text conversation with Don Davis, and a trailer for the unreleased PlayStation game ‘Jurassic Park: Survival.’(It should be noted that the new 2024 soundtrack release does NOT include any of this content.) While this 2001 CD Album is now out of print, it can at least be bought for relatively cheap prices in the secondary market and is also easily available for digital purchase.
It’s been theorized that because the album’s CD needed extra space for the enhanced content (along with the Randy Newman song), it forced Don Davis to make his arrangement of the cues shorter than perhaps he wanted. This explains why the score’s runtime on the album is about 20 minutes shorter than the albums were for ‘Jurassic Park’ & ‘The Lost World: Jurassic Park.’ In fact, it could have otherwise included even more additional music, given the format’s size limits of about 80 minutes.
Curiously, about a year after the album was released, an “Academy Promo” CD was sent out for Oscar consideration that found its way online (perhaps by Dennis Nedry?). This longer, unofficial version of the soundtrack contained several additional tracks not included on the commercial Decca release, including many extended film versions of existing tracks. (However, it did not include the Randy Newman song nor any of the “Enhanced CD” content.) Some of the additional highlights include music for when the raptor eggs are discovered in the jungle, the Spinosaurus chasing the group toward the aviary’s entrance, and the film’s entire climax tracks (albeit with a fuller mix and additional orchestrations). Since this wasn’t an official release that one could find in stores, these unique tracks were shared with many fans through internet piracy. Over the past two decades, this was unfortunately the only way for anyone to hear the extended version of the soundtrack apart from watching the film itself.
La-La Land Records, Universal Pictures, Amblin Entertainment, Universal Music Group and Decca Records present JURASSIC PARK III, a limited edition 2-CD remastered and expanded presentation of acclaimed composer Don Davis’ (THE MATRIX, THE MATRIX RELOADED, BOUND) original motion picture score to the blockbuster second sequel in the legendary JURASSIC PARK franchise, starring Sam Neill, William H. Macy and Tea Leoni, and directed by Joe Johnston. Expertly interpolating, and building on, maestro John Williams’ iconic JURASSIC themes, composer Davis propels the film’s excitement even further with his own powerhouse, original orchestral material. Expanded and sounding better than ever, JURASSIC PARK III shines brilliantly – it’s robust, thematic high-octane film scoring that finally gets to shine in full within this deluxe release. Produced by Mike Matessino and Neil S. Bulk, newly edited by Bulk and mixed and mastered by Matessino from the original 24 bit film mixes, this 2-CD presentation showcases the original 2001 soundtrack release remastered on Disc 1, with the expanded film score spread across both discs, concluding with additional tracks on Disc 2. The exclusive, in-depth liner notes are by John Takis, including new comments from the composer, while the sharp art design is by Jim Titus, continuing the eye-catching style he employed for our JURASSIC PARK and THE LOST WORLD re-issues. This is a limited edition of 3000 Units.
The presentation of this edition of the score is the opposite of how their 2022 ‘Jurassic Park’ release was done: the original album is on the first CD, followed by the first section of the expanded score, with the rest of it and some additional alternates on the second CD. The release was presented this way due to space limitations on the CD format and their own personal preferences. The original album was included due to unique edits & takes that several of the tracks had and, of course, the Randy Newman song. For those already familiar with the original album, or want to skip to the expanded presentation, you’ll want to begin with track 17 on CD 1.
Right away, we hear something new: the film version of ‘Isla Sorna Sailing Situation.’ The only real addition to this cue is a sustained note near the beginning (as the film’s title cards are appearing on screen, and the water ripples). Other film versions as heard on the Academy promo are present, such as ‘Bone Man Ben,’ ‘Raptor Repartee,’ and ‘Cooper’s Last Stand.’ But what will be exciting for fans of the score are a few other film versions heard for the first time, such as ‘Dinosaur Man,’ ‘The Dinosaur Fly-By,’ and most notably ‘The Raptor Room’ (which includes an alternate segment and a longer moment with the choir). Additional alternates include an alternate opening to ‘Clash Of Extinction’ (a cue not heard in the film in any form), an alternate ending for ‘Raptor In The Cabin,’ and an alternate ending for ‘River Reminiscence.’ A major highlight, presented in extended form, is ‘The Hat Returns / End Credits,’ which showcases the full version of the end credits for the first time (longer, and arranged differently, than what is heard in the film).
However, despite having all of the Academy promo tracks (making those bootlegs of it finally obsolete), and a few other film versions of cues; there are still several missing, without any explanation. Most notably not on this release are film versions (or, what could be vastly different ‘film mixes’ that remove some of the brass and other instruments from their original compositions) of ‘Frenzy Fuselage,’ ‘River Rampage,’ and ‘Paul Makes A Leap.’ What’s interesting is that some of these tracks do have supposed “extended” versions on this release, but when hearing them there are no discernable differences. Listening closely, there are only either very minor performance differences or a sustained note with a longer fadeout at the end. The cues ‘Party Crasher,’ ‘Brachiosaurs On The Bank,’ and ‘Pteranodon Habitat’ have different openings or endings entirely in the film as well, and are also not present here. ‘Pteranodon Habitat’ has a timpani-heavy ending in the film, and while it is not certain if this piece was even composed by Don Davis, it would have been nice to have gleamed some explanation. Unfortunately, the liner notes (while detailed on the film’s history and the making of the score) don’t give us any intel on this topic.
Do these omissions taint the release of this soundtrack? That may depend on how much you were hoping to have those versions of the tracks. Neither me nor Bernard A. Kyer (who provided some details mentioned in this review) were asked to participate in this release like we did for ‘Jurassic Park’ in 2022 and ‘The Lost World: Jurassic Park’ in 2023, so we can’t explain the absence of these film versions. There is a chance that the elements used in the film could not be found, or some strange rights issues, but without any information given we can only speculate. In my personal opinion, I do prefer the fuller orchestrated versions of these tracks that are included rather than what can be heard in the film.
Omissions aside, this is still the best release the ‘Jurassic Park 3’ soundtrack has ever had. The clever cover artwork that matches the prior two releases is fantastic, the sound quality is great, we finally have an official release of the Academy promo’s tracks, and it provides several film versions of cues people have wanted to hear outside of the film ever since it came out. With the original album also included at the beginning, there really is no need to own the previous release unless you want to hang onto the “Enhanced CD” content (if it even works on your computer anymore).
DISC 1 ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK ALBUM (54:28) 1 Isla Sorna Sailing Situation 4:21 2 The Dinosaur Fly-By 2:13 3 Cooper’s Last Stand 1:59 4 The Raptor Room 2:35 5 Raptor Repartee 3:04 6 Tree People 2:00 7 Pteranodon Habitat 3:01 8 Tiny Pecking Pteranodons 3:34 9 Billy Oblivion 2:49 10 Brachiosaurus On The Bank 2:05 11 Nash Calling 3:36 12 Bone Man Ben 7:18 13 Frenzy Fuselage 3:58 14 Clash Of Extinction 1:39 15 The Hat Returns / End Credits 5:07 16 Big Hat, No Cattle 4:24 Performed by Randy Newman
SCORE PRESENTATION (85:07) 17 Isla Sorna Sailing Situation (Film Version) 4:26 18 Dinosaur Man 1:43 19 Udesky, Nash And Cooper 2:29 20 The Raptor Bone 1:18 21 Raptor In The Cabin 1:52 22 The Dinosaur Fly-By (Film Version) 2:28 23 Cooper’s Last Stand (Extended Version) 2:52 24 Frenzy Fuselage (Extended Version) 4:08 25 Clash Of Extinction 1:40 DISC 1 TOTAL TIME: 77:40
ADDITIONAL MUSIC (13:14) 20 Dinosaur Man (Alternate) 1:43 21 Raptor In The Cabin (Alternate) 1:52 22 Cooper’s Last Stand (Alternate) 2:38 23 Clash Of Extinction (Alternate Opening) 1:46 24 River Rampage (Alternate Ending) 2:11 25 River Reminiscence (Alternate Ending) 1:08 26 Dinosaur Man (With Choir) 1:44 DISC 2 TOTAL TIME: 75:18 TOTAL 2-DISC TIME: 2:32:58
Still available from La-La Land Records are their 2-CD remastered/expanded reissues of ‘Jurassic Park’ & ‘The Lost World: Jurassic Park!’ Don’t miss your chance to own the ultimate versions of those scores as well!
Note: Additional images of physical product provided by Matthieu Munoz.
Are you going to get this new release of the ‘Jurassic Park 3’ soundtrack? Share your thoughts in the comments below, and as always stay tuned to Jurassic Outpost for the latest!
PBS Eons, Complexly, and indie toymaker Creative Beast Studio have partnered to launch a new line of prehistoric elephant action figures via BackerKit crowdfunding campaign. It’s the first action figure tie-in for the PBS YouTube series, and includes fan favorites like Woolly Mammoths.
Designed by David Silva, a toy industry veteran and mastermind behind the realistic dinosaur action figure line “Beasts of the Mesozoic,” these 1/18th scale action figures are scientifically accurate, hand painted, and fully articulated.Silva has also made figures for popular entertainment brands including Star Wars, Jurassic Park, Godzilla, Spiderman, G.I. Joe, Terminator 2, Aliens, Predator, Spawn, and Pacific Rim.
Produced by PBS Digital Studios and Complexly, PBS Eons takes viewers on a journey through the history of life on Earth. Hosts Kallie Moore, Michelle Barboza-Ramirez, Gabriel Santos, and Blake de Pastino are tour guides to the past, demonstrating what existence was like for the animals and plants that came before us.
Read on for more from PBS Eons, Complexly, and Creative Beast Studio:
Complexly and Creative Beast Studios Launch BackerKit Campaign for Prehistoric Elephant Action Figures
Produced by PBS Digital Studios and Complexly, PBS Eons takes viewers on a journey through the history of life on Earth, where they learn about extinct plants and animals
To add a new dimension to the series’ learning environment, Eons and Complexly tapped Creative Beast Studios to design scientifically accurate action figures portraying stunning proboscideans including woolly mammoths
MISSOULA, MT and HACKENSACK, NJ – September 3, 2024
Complexly and Creative Beast Studio today launched a new line of prehistoric elephant action figures inspired by weekly YouTube series PBS Eons with a BackerKit campaign. Depicting extinct proboscideans (elephants and their close relatives), these scientifically accurate, hand painted, and fully articulated action figures give fans of the popular Eons series and those who love majestic megafauna the opportunity to hold a woolly mammoth in the palm of their hand. Fans can support the Backerkit campaign here.
To create the new line of 1/18th scale prehistoric elephant action figures, Eons and Complexly partnered with veteran toy designer and Creative Beast Studios founder David Silva, who boasts more than 20 years of experience crafting figures for popular entertainment brands including Star Wars, Jurassic Park, Godzilla, Spiderman, G.I. Joe, Terminator 2, Aliens, Predator, Spawn, and Pacific Rim.He is a proven innovator in the toy industry, having also launched his own line of scientifically accurate dinosaur action figures, “Beasts of the Mesozoic,” which includes multiple species of raptors, tyrannosaurs, and ceratopsians. With the prehistoric elephant line of action figures, Silva is venturing out of the Mesozoic and into the Cenozoic.
“There is enthusiastic demand for high quality, realistic action figures of extinct fauna, and it’s an honor to work with PBS Eons and Complexly to create the first proboscidean action figure line of my career,” said Silva. “With these woolly mammoths, we’re transporting the engaging, educational content from Eons directly into the hands and hearts of viewers. Built using data from the latest scientific discoveries and painted with colors inspired by modern-day creatures living in similar environments, we know that fans will love this line of prehistoric proboscideans.”
Produced by PBS Digital Studios and Complexly, PBS Eons takes viewers on a journey through the history of life on Earth. From the dawn of life in the Archaean Eon through the Mesozoic Era — the so-called “Age of Dinosaurs” — right up to the end of the most recent Ice Age, hosts Kallie Moore, Michelle Barboza-Ramirez, Gabriel Santos, and Blake de Pastino act as tour guides to the past, demonstrating what existence was like for the animals and plants that came before us.
“Working with David has been a dream for our team, and we’re so excited to present these one-of-a-kind action figures to fans of the PBS Eons YouTube series,” said Seth Radley, Executive Producer for Eons at Complexly. “Eons brings the wonder of deep time into the homes of natural history fans of all ages. To maintain that high standard of scientific rigor, we turned to an expert who has no peers when it comes to sculpting spectacular prehistoric action figures. We know our fans will love David’s beautiful and charismatic proboscideans.”
The initial $185,000 BackerKit goal includes two all-new woolly mammoth action figures. Stretch goals may be reached on the BackerKit crowdfunding platform after the initial goal is met, giving contributors the opportunity to unlock other extinct proboscideans, including Gomphotherium, Platybelodon, and Moeritherium.
The BackerKit’s first wave of prehistoric elephant action figures includes:
Click here to download hi-res images. The PBS Eons proboscideans BackerKit runs through 10:00 pm ET on October 3rd. If fully funded, the figures are estimated to ship in mid 2025.
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About PBS Digital Studios
PBS Digital Studios produces original, digital programming designed to engage, enlighten, and entertain online audiences. The PBS Digital Studios network has more than 30 million subscribers on YouTube, generating an average of 50 million views each month. Since 2012, it has launched over 120 original series and has accumulated over five billion lifetime views on YouTube. Series include the Webby Award-winning BE SMART and SOUND FIELD, as well as popular series such as WEATHERED, EONS, MONSTRUM and SPACE TIME. For more information on PBS Digital Studios, visit PBS.org.
About PBS
PBS, with more than 330 member stations, offers all Americans the opportunity to explore new ideas and new worlds through television and digital content. Each month, PBS reaches over 120 million people through television and 26 million people online, inviting them to experience the worlds of science, history, nature and public affairs; to hear diverse viewpoints; and to take front row seats to world-class drama and performances. PBS’ broad array of programs has been consistently honored by the industry’s most coveted award competitions. Teachers of children from pre-K through 12th grade turn to PBS for digital content and services that help bring classroom lessons to life. Decades of research confirms that PBS’ premier children’s media service, PBS KIDS, helps children build critical literacy, math and social-emotional skills, enabling them to find success in school and life. Delivered through member stations, PBS KIDS offers high-quality educational content on TV – including a 24/7 channel, online at pbskids.org, via an array of mobile apps and in communities across America. More information about PBS is available at www.pbs.org, one of the leading dot-org websites on the internet, or by following PBS on Twitter, Facebook or through our apps for mobile and connected devices. Specific program information and updates for press are available at pbs.org/pressroom or by following PBS Communications on Twitter.
About Complexly
Founded in 2012 by Hank and John Green, Complexly is one of the largest global online educational companies. We produce over a dozen education video channels and podcasts with a worldwide audience of 32 million subscribers and five billion views on YouTube.
Eons is a YouTube channel produced in collaboration with PBS Digital Studios featuring hosts Kallie Moore, Michelle Barboza-Ramirez, Gabriel Santos, and Blake de Pastino. Each episode, we take our audience on a journey through the history of life on Earth. Over the past seven years, we’ve created over 400 videos that have been viewed over 686 million times.
Crash Course has created over 1,500 videos covering 45 academic courses with more always in the works. Subjects include World History, English Literature, Chemistry, Biology, Economics, Physics, Psychology and Philosophy. The show is an immensely helpful tool for students and teachers, but it also has a large viewership of casual learners who seek out online educational content independently. Around 65% of viewers watch Crash Course without being currently enrolled in an associated class. Crash Course has over 15 million subscribers and its videos have been viewed over two billion times.
SciShow is an online video series that delves into the scientific subjects that defy our expectations and make us even more curious! Our goal is to capture the awesomeness of this bizarre universe and make it easy for everyone to understand and enjoy. SciShow has over eight million subscribers and its videos have been viewed over two billion times.
About David Silva
David Silva has been sculpting and designing in the toy industry for companies including McFarlane Toys, Hasbro, and NECA (National Entertainment Collectibles Association) since 2003. He specializes in creature-related action figures, with past and current work devoted to toy lines such as Spawn, McFarlane’s Dragons, Star Wars, Jurassic Park, Predator, Aliens, Terminator, Pacific Rim, and Godzilla. He launched Creative Beast Studio in 2009 to focus on dinosaur model kits, a passion since childhood. David received the Spectrum 22 Silver Dimensional award for his piece “Dragon vs. Raptors” in 2015.
About Creative Beast Studio
Founded in 2009 by toy industry veteran David Silva, Creative Beast Studio is home to Cyberzoic, the “Beasts of the Mesozoic” dinosaur action figure line, model kits, and more. Originally created to meet fans’ rabid demand for accurate depictions of dinosaurs, Creative Beast Studio’s “Beasts of the Mesozoic” line of dinosaur action figures features the only scientifically-accurate representations of its kind on the market. The line has evolved into the go-to destination for authentic-looking dinosaurs using the most up-to-date scientific knowledge publicly available. Today, Creative Beast Studio focuses on its new IP Cyberzoic and “Beasts of the Mesozoic” dinosaur action figures, while also creating highly detailed collectible resin model kits for prehistoric animals and fantasy characters including dragons. In the future, Mr. Silva plans to expand the Cyberzoic universe and release more prehistoric action figures under the “Beasts of the Mesozoic” brand.
The great news is that as of October 8, 2024, the project has reached its funding goal and is fully funded! Be sure to check out our previous interviews with David and Creative Beast, and check out the studio and PBS Eons for great content and updates on projects like these!
