"Jurassic World: Rebirth Confounds Rotten Tomatoes, on Course to Earn Over a Billion Dollars"
The latest instalment in the Jurassic Park series, Jurassic World: Rebirth, has proven to be a resilient force at the box office, defying negative reviews and continuing the franchise's impressive run of financial success.
Despite receiving mixed reviews from critics, with a 51% score on Rotten Tomatoes, and a 72% positive response from audiences, the film has already grossed over $145 million in its domestic opening weekend, mirroring the domestic opening weekend of Jurassic World: Dominion.
The success of Jurassic World: Rebirth is particularly noteworthy as the series has switched its core cast to Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, and Jonathan Bailey, who are not typically considered massive box office draws.
This latest film continues the Jurassic Park/World franchise's tradition of resilience to negative reviews, as lower audience scores have not affected its box office success. Critics' reviews do not always impact the box office success of Jurassic World films, a trend that has been consistent since the original series.
The franchise's enduring appeal can be attributed to several factors. Nostalgia and the franchise's legacy play a significant role, with the original Jurassic Park trilogy establishing a strong foundation of iconic dinosaur action and imaginative storytelling that resonates with multiple generations. The new films tap into this legacy, often returning to the roots by revisiting dinosaur-infested islands and engaging familiar themes of science and adventure.
The visual spectacle of dinosaurs and large-scale action sequences remains a huge draw, with even critics acknowledging the enjoyable dinosaur action and charismatic elements, which can outweigh plot shortcomings for many viewers. The franchise also introduces fresh characters and stars to maintain interest and provide new points of engagement for audiences while phasing out previous leads.
The films' broad appeal, including strong international markets such as China, where the latest release grossed $41.5 million, sustains box office success. The films consistently deliver blockbuster-level grosses, with Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (2018) grossing over $1.3 billion worldwide, making it one of the highest-grossing films of that year.
Regarding its impact on the global box office compared to other major franchises like Marvel and Star Wars, Jurassic Park/World films remain strong contenders. The latest Jurassic World Rebirth earned a $91.5 million domestic opening weekend and $318.3 million globally during its debut, becoming the biggest worldwide launch of 2025 so far and one of the biggest July openings ever.
While Marvel and Star Wars films often lead the global box office rankings with their massive fanbases and cultural impact, Jurassic Park/World films remain strong contenders, regularly generating over $1 billion in global revenue for their biggest installments and maintaining a solid commercial presence on par with top franchises.
It is likely that another Jurassic World movie will be made in about three years, with the cast for future films remaining uncertain, although Scarlett Johansson and Mahershala Ali are currently stars of the series. Gareth Evans, director of Jurassic World: Rebirth, has directed several monster movies before this film, including Godzilla.
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In summary, Jurassic Park/World films continue to thrive due to a blend of nostalgia, spectacular dinosaur action, star power, and international appeal. Although critical reception may be mixed, their consistent financial success secures their position as one of the highest-earning franchises globally, rivaling even Marvel and Star Wars in box office impact. Audiences continue to show up for Jurassic World movies, with Jurassic World: Rebirth being another hit. Despite the mixed reviews, the Jurassic Park franchise continues to generate substantial box office revenue.
Movies-and-TV enthusiasts are excited about the current resurgence of the Jurassic Park franchise, with Jurassic World: Rebirth proving to be a remarkable success. Despite a 51% score on Rotten Tomatoes, the film grossed over $145 million in its domestic opening weekend, demonstrating the franchise's enduring appeal and resistance to negative reviews.
