The seventh film in the Jurassic franchise, “Jurassic World Rebirth,” opened to a massive $318.3 million global debut, surpassing expectations over the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
Strong Debut in North America and Overseas
In the U.S., the film earned $147.3 million over five days, including $91.5 million for the three-day weekend. Overseas, it brought in $171 million from over 80 markets, making it the second-best global opening for the franchise and the biggest worldwide launch of 2025 so far.
China and Other Key Markets Perform Strongly
Despite Hollywood’s declining box office in China, “Rebirth” earned $41.5 million there, the biggest Hollywood opening of the year. Other top markets included the U.K. with $16.6 million and Mexico with $14 million.
Mixed Reviews But Franchise Power Prevails
Critics and audiences gave the film mixed reviews, but the Jurassic brand’s appeal remained strong. Moviegoers embraced the dinosaur spectacle, calling it “popcorn entertainment” and “dumb fun.”
Reboot with New Director and Cast
Directed by Gareth Edwards and written by “Jurassic Park” screenwriter David Koepp, “Rebirth” introduces a new cast led by Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, and Jonathan Bailey. The story follows a rescue mission on an island inhabited by dangerous dinosaurs left behind from the original park.
Holiday Competition and Box Office Standings
The film ranks as the fourth-best July Fourth opening ever, despite stiff competition from “F1: The Movie,” which earned nearly $300 million globally, and “How to Train Your Dragon,” which crossed $500 million worldwide.
Jurassic Franchise Remains a Box Office Force
Although “Rebirth” opened slightly below earlier “Jurassic World” films, it cost less to produce at $180 million. The franchise continues to thrive more than 30 years after Steven Spielberg’s original “Jurassic Park” debuted in 1993.
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