Scarlett Johansson in talks to lead new Jurassic World movie | hollywood news
Updated on 26 March 2024 at 10:27 AM IST
Scarlett Johansson is reportedly in talks to star in Universal’s upcoming Jurassic World sequel. The film, which is aiming for a July 2, 2025 release, is moving forward quickly under the direction of Gareth Edwards, and features a screenplay by David Koepp, known for his contributions to the original Jurassic Park.
Scarlett Johansson in talks for new Jurassic World movie
Scarlett Johansson She is reportedly in discussions to star in the upcoming Universal film Jurassic World Premium. With a release date scheduled for July 2, 2025, Universal is quickly moving forward with development on the film. Gareth Edwards is set to direct the film, with a screenplay written by David Koepp, known for his work on the original Jurassic Park.
Johansson’s return to the franchise
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Johansson’s potential involvement signals her return to filmmaking, having previously portrayed Black Widow in several Marvel Studios productions. Despite her role as a superhero, she has had success in various projects, receiving Academy Award nominations for Marriage Story and Jojo Rabbit.
An expanded list for Johansson
Aside from the Jurassic World talks, Scarlett Johansson is set to voice one of the characters in the upcoming animated film Transformers One. Additionally, she is set to star alongside her Channing Tatum In one of Apple’s high-budget features expected to be released this year.
A new direction for Jurassic World
The new part of Jurassic World promises a new perspective on the famous franchise. It is worth noting that it is neither one nor the other Chris Pratt Neither Bryce Dallas Howard from the previous films is expected to return, nor are original trilogy stars Jeff Goldblum, Laura Dern, and Sam Neill.
Executive Produced Steven Spielberg Through Amblin Entertainment, the film will be produced by Frank Marshall and Patrick Crowley. Universal’s Sarah Scott and Jacqueline Jarrell are overseeing development of the project.
The Jurassic Park franchise, which has spanned more than three decades, has been a box office juggernaut, grossing more than $5.67 billion globally. Since the original Spielberg-directed film in 1993, the series has seen multiple sequels, including a successful revival with Jurassic World in 2015 and its subsequent follow-ups.
(tags for translation) Scarlett Johansson
