Universal’sJurassic World Rebirthpassed a couple of major box office milestonesthis weekend, as it prepares to complete a month of release in theaters worldwide. The seventh installment of the iconic action-adventure franchise has justified the studio’s decision to put it in pre-production even before hiring a director to helm it. Universal wanted to retain as much creative control as it could, deviating from its position onJurassic World Dominion, which earned poor reviews and was viewed as a box office disappointment even though it grossed over $1 billion worldwide. As it aims to cross the coveted milestone itself,Rebirthovertook a recentTim Burtonblockbuster at the domestic box office.
With over $300 million in the bank domestically, the movie has overtaken the $295 million lifetime haul of Burton’sBeetlejuice Beetlejuice, which debuted to surprisingly strong box office reception last year. The legacy sequel made over $450 million globally, and emerged asBurton’s biggest hit sinceAlice in Wonderland, which was released in 2010. Burton had been having a difficult run at the box office since then, with his big studio movieDumbodisappointing and his small dramaBig Eyesunderperforming as well.Beetlejuice Beetlejuicecost a reported $100 million to produce, with Burton having to reportedly convince cast members to take pay-cuts in order to get it made.
WithMichael Keaton,Catherine O’HaraandWinona Ryderback, the movie also featuredJenna Ortega, with whom Burton had worked on the hit Netflix seriesWednesday.Beetlejuice Beetlejuiceopened to mostly positive reviewsand an enthusiastic audience response. The movie currently holds a 75% score on the aggregator websiteRotten Tomatoes, where the critics' consensus reads, “Michael Keaton’s devious poltergeist still has plenty of juice left in this madcap return to form for Tim Burton, marrying charming practical effects and ghoulish gags to provide a fun fun time.”
‘Jurassic World Rebirth’ Opened to Mixed Reviews
Rebirth, on the other hand,wasn’t as popular with critics. It holds a 51% score onRotten Tomatoes, where the consensus reads, “Going back to basics with rip-roaring set pieces and fossilized clichés,Jurassic World Rebirthdoesn’t evolve this prehistoric franchise but does restore some of its most reliable DNA.” Directed byGareth Edwards, the film starsScarlett JohanssonandMahershala Aliin the lead roles, and hasgrossed over $700 million globally. you may watch the movie in theaters, and stay tuned to Collider for more updates.
Jurassic World Rebirth
Jurassic World Rebirth explores the revival of dinosaur attractions with advanced genetic engineering and immersive experiences. As scientists and park staff grapple with ethical dilemmas and unexpected challenges, the balance between human ambition and nature’s unpredictability is tested, leading to unforeseen consequences that impact both the prehistoric creatures and their creators.
