The $869 million box office puzzle

Universal is moving forward with a sequel to Jurassic World Rebirth, the 2025 film starring Scarlett Johansson that grossed $869 million worldwide.

Screenwriter David Koepp, who wrote the original Jurassic Park and The Lost World, has provided an update on the project.

In an interview with ScreenRant, Koepp revealed that the creative team has not yet determined how to expand the franchise in a logical and scientifically believable manner.

He emphasized the importance of focusing on one good movie at a time rather than planning a trilogy.

The challenge, he noted, is to make dinosaurs special again after the franchise has become very large and spread out.

Restricting the dinosaurs: a deliberate choice

Koepp previously solved this by restricting the dinosaurs to a single location with water as a key element.

Now, the question is how to logically expand while maintaining scientific plausibility.

If that can be answered, a sequel will proceed.

The original Jurassic Park trilogy began in 1993, followed by The Lost World in 1997 and Jurassic Park III in 2001.

The Jurassic World trilogy started in 2015 with Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard, continuing through Fallen Kingdom (2018) and Dominion (2022).

The producing team weighs in

The producing team, including Frank Marshall and Patrick Crowley, is working on ideas.

The cast and release date remain unknown.

Koepp's approach is to ensure each movie stands on its own.

The success of Rebirth at the box office and its Oscar nomination have paved the way for a sequel, but the creative hurdles are substantial.

The science of dinosaurs

The franchise has a rich history, and fans are eager to see where it goes next.

Koepp's collaboration with director Gareth Edwards brought a fresh perspective.

Edwards, known for visual storytelling, contributed to the film's aesthetic.

The sequel will likely continue to explore the consequences of dinosaurs living alongside humans.

The key is to maintain the sense of wonder and danger that defined the original films.

The next step: finding a unique angle

Koepp's track record with blockbusters like Spider-Man and Indiana Jones suggests he can meet the challenge.

The next step is to find a unique angle that respects the science while delivering excitement .

Universal is expected to make an official announcement soon.

Until then, the creative team is deep in brainstorming .

Koepp's comments provide insight into the meticulous planning behind the franchise.

The goal is to create a sequel that lives up to the legacy of Jurassic Park.