Initially conceived as a trilogy, the Jurassic World franchise appears to be expanding. Recent reports indicate a new installment is in development, with Gareth Edwards set to direct.
Although official confirmation from Universal Pictures is still pending, rumors suggest another Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) star might be stepping into the lead role.
Chris Pratt, who headlined the previous three Jurassic World films, is reportedly passing the torch to Scarlett Johansson. According to The Insider, Johansson has been offered the lead role in the upcoming movie.
The actress recently met with director Gareth Edwards and producer Frank Marshall, but it’s not yet confirmed whether she has accepted the offer.
If Johansson takes on the role, it will be a significant move for fans, particularly those who were disappointed by the fate of her character, Black Widow, in Avengers: Endgame.
Black Widow was pivotal in Johansson’s career, helping her become the second-highest-grossing box office star.
The Jurassic Park franchise is one of the highest-grossing franchises ever. After the original trilogy’s success, Jurassic World revitalized the series, grossing $1.6 billion.
Despite its financial success, the Jurassic World trilogy didn’t quite achieve the critical acclaim and cultural status of Steven Spielberg’s original films.
With a reboot on the horizon, Gareth Edwards’ vision for the dinosaur saga is highly anticipated.
Details about the new Jurassic World film are emerging. Edwards will direct, with a script penned by original Jurassic Park screenwriter David Koepp.
Frank Marshall returns as producer, and Steven Spielberg will serve as executive producer for Amblin Entertainment.
Notably, Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, Sam Neill, Laura Dern, and Jeff Goldblum, who all appeared in Jurassic World: Dominion, are not expected to return.
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