Brief Summary
This video discusses the potential sequel to "Jurassic World Rebirth," addressing unofficial details from director Gareth Edwards' interview and comparing them to the speaker's previous predictions. It covers the likelihood of Edwards and Scarlett Johansson returning, the possible plot involving a disease wiping out humanity, and the need for a sequel to enhance the first movie's impact due to the absence of viral marketing.
- Gareth Edwards and Scarlett Johansson are expected to return for the sequel.
- The sequel might involve a disease wiping out humanity, with mutants potentially having a cure.
- A sequel is needed to enhance "Jurassic World Rebirth" due to the lack of viral marketing.
Initial Thoughts and Predictions
The speaker has watched "Jurassic World Rebirth" five times and believes it has improved with each viewing, although it's now plateauing. The speaker previously explained the ending of the movie and theorized about the direction of the second and third movies, including the involvement of mutants, the return of Parker Phoenix, and a disease attacking humans that the mutants could cure.
Unofficial Sequel Details
Unofficial sources indicate that Universal is planning early pre-production for a "Jurassic World Rebirth" sequel, with Gareth Edwards and Scarlett Johansson expected to return. The ideal release date is projected for summer 2028. These details have been corroborated by other reliable sources online.
Gareth Edwards' Perspective
Screen Rant interviewed Gareth Edwards, the director of "Jurassic World Rebirth." Edwards was primarily hired to shoot the film, with limited input on the script. Edwards envisioned the story as a standalone film and had no discussions about a sequel with David Keer, Frank Marshall, or Universal. However, Edwards mentioned in January or December 2024 that he felt it could be the start of a new trilogy.
Potential Storylines and the Need for a Sequel
The speaker's prediction of a disease wiping out humanity and mutants having a cure aligns with what Gareth Edwards would like to do in a sequel. David Ke, who wrote the original "Jurassic Park," the second "Jurassic Park," and "Rebirth," understands the source material from the novels. The speaker believes that the direction and filming by Gareth Edwards were the strongest aspects of "Jurassic World Rebirth." The speaker feels that "Jurassic World Rebirth" was missing something and would benefit from a sequel, especially since it lacked viral marketing media that the previous films had. A sequel could enhance the first movie, addressing its problems and making it more enjoyable in retrospect.
Final Thoughts and Call to Action
The speaker concludes that a sequel to "Jurassic World Rebirth" needs to happen, especially without viral marketing to support the film. The speaker hopes Universal keeps Gareth Edwards involved and allows him input on the script. The speaker encourages viewers to share their thoughts on "Jurassic World Rebirth" and whether a sequel is necessary.
