The next Jurassic World movie is shaping up with talks of Jonathan Bailey possibly taking on a leading role. According to Deadline, Bailey, known for his work in Fellow Travelers, is in discussions with Amblin Entertainment and Universal.
He’s not the only big name linked to the project; Scarlett Johansson’s name has also been buzzing in Hollywood circles recently. If finalized, Bailey and Johansson would usher in a new chapter for the franchise, replacing the previous leads, Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard.
Gareth Edwards, the director behind Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, is set to direct the new film. He stepped in after initial confusion regarding David Leitch’s involvement.
Jonathan Bailey in Jurassic World 4
The upcoming installment, scheduled for release on July 2, 2025, follows the success of the last movie, Jurassic World: Dominion, released three years prior.
One promising aspect of the new movie is the return of writer David Koepp, who penned the original Jurassic Park. Koepp’s impressive resume includes scripts for films like Mission: Impossible, Spider-Man, and Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny.
While original stars like Jeff Goldblum and Laura Dern returned for Jurassic World: Dominion, their appearances in the new film are uncertain.
In the meantime, fans can catch Jonathan Bailey in the critically acclaimed historical romance thriller Fellow Travelers, streaming on Showtime. He’s also set to appear in Jon M. Chu’s Wicked: Part One later this year.
As more details emerge about the new Jurassic World movie, fans eagerly await casting confirmations and other updates.
