Jurassic World: Rebirth, 2025, PG-13, 2h 13m


Jurassic World: Rebirth

Runtime: 133 minutes
Studio: Universal Pictures / Amblin Entertainment

Franchise: Jurassic Park / Jurassic World
Franchise Position: 7 (fourth Jurassic World film)

A new era is born.

Ratings:
My Rating: 6.4 / 10
The Dove Foundation: N/A
IMDb: N/A
Rotten Tomatoes: 51% critics, 71% audience
Metacritic: N/A
TMDb: N/A

Plot Summary:
Five years after the events of Jurassic World: Dominion, dinosaurs survive only in isolated equatorial zones. Zora Bennett (Scarlett Johansson), a covert-ops specialist, leads a mission to a former research island to collect genetic material. Along the way, her team rescues a shipwrecked family and becomes stranded. They face relentless attacks from prehistoric and genetically altered dinosaurs including Mosasaurus, Titanosaurus, and the monstrous Distortus Rex. As they navigate the island’s abandoned facilities, survivors must make choices about survival, morality, and the future of genetic science. In the end, they decide to distribute dinosaur-derived medicine freely, rejecting patents and profiteering.

Critics Review:
Jurassic World Rebirth drew mixed reviews. Critics praised visual spectacle, action set-pieces, and nods to Jurassic Park’s legacy. The cinematography and Alexandre Desplat’s score received strong praise. Weaknesses included thin character development, formulaic plotlines, and reliance on spectacle over suspense. Some reviewers noted the diminishing sense of awe compared to earlier films. Common Sense Media highlighted the relentless violence and intensity.

Christian Perspective:
Christian reviewers pointed to the film’s themes of human pride, tampering with creation, and the dangers of playing God. The final act’s choice to share life-saving medicine freely was seen as a reflection of sacrificial service and moral responsibility. Some saw environmental messaging as a strength, while others felt it was heavy-handed or misaligned with biblical stewardship. Overall, the film reinforced warnings about unrestrained ambition and underscored themes of teamwork, sacrifice, and responsibility.

Family Friendliness:
Not recommended for families with young children. The PG-13 rating is earned through intense sequences of peril, graphic dinosaur violence, blood, jump scares, and attacks on children. Common Sense Media suggests ages 12 and up. There is mild profanity, innuendo, and brief references to drinking and drugs. Positive elements include themes of sacrifice, moral choices, and teamwork. Families with older teens may find it thrilling, but the intensity may overwhelm younger viewers.

Notable Songs:
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