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Gareth Edwards Not Returning For Next ‘Jurassic World’ Movie
Universal and Amblin are searching for a new director for the next Jurassic World film after Gareth Edwards confirmed he will not return for the sequel, according to sources cited by Deadline. The move matters because it comes as the studio was hoping to keep momentum going following the successful 2025 franchise relaunch, and it means finding a replacement before production can proceed towards a targeted 2027 shoot.
Insiders attribute Edwards' exit to creative differences, and he is now said to be focusing on his own original projects. Universal issued a statement praising its work with Edwards on Jurassic World Rebirth, which grossed $872 million worldwide, including $340 million domestically. Scarlett Johansson, Jonathan Bailey and Mahershala Ali are expected to reprise their roles, with David Koepp having written the most recent script draft; Steven Spielberg and Frank Marshall remain the franchise's constant creative overseers despite the revolving cast and directors across its seven films.
In short
- Gareth Edwards won't direct the next Jurassic World film
- Exit reportedly due to creative differences
- Johansson, Bailey and Ali expected to return; shoot eyed for 2027
Explained simply
Jurassic World is a science-fiction film series set in a world where scientists have brought dinosaurs back to life. It began as a continuation of the Jurassic Park films, and its stories often focus on the risks of creating and controlling the animals.
Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment make the films, with Steven Spielberg and producer Frank Marshall involved across the series. Directors and casts have changed over its seven films; Gareth Edwards directed Jurassic World Rebirth, while Scarlett Johansson, Jonathan Bailey and Mahershala Ali are among the actors associated with its newer films.
The films are part of a long-running franchise, so each new instalment involves decisions about its story and creative team. David Koepp, who wrote the latest script draft, is also known for writing earlier Jurassic Park films.
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