We’re officially less than six months away from the release ofJurassic World: Rebirth, and while there are plenty of projects coming this year with major box office potential (Superman,The Fantastic Four: First Steps), the next chapter in the world created bySteven Spielbergmay end up taking the crown over all of them.USA Todayhas a new look at the film ofJonathan Bailey, who plays Dr. Henry Loomis, a paleontologist seeking dinosaur DNA for a miracle drug. Bailey is best known for his role as Lord Anthony Bridgerton inBridgerton, the Netflix Original series that aired its third season last year. He more recently also starred in the third season ofHeartstopperand even played Fiyero inWicked, the musical byJon M. Chuthat’s grossed over $680 million worldwide.

Bailey isn’t the only major star to secure a role inJurassic World: Rebirth. Starring alongside him as Zora Bennett is Marvel veteranScarlett Johansson, who will always be synonymous with playing Black Widow in the MCU, but she also recently teamed up withChanning TatumforFly Me to the Moon. Oscar-winnerMahershala Alihas also been tapped for a role inJurassic World: Rebirth, where he’ll play Duncan Kincaid, and whilethe troubles hisBlademoviehas dealt with the last few years certainly sting, joining another of the world’s biggest franchises will hopefully help alleviate the pain.Ed Skrein, best known for his role as Francis inDeadpoolwill also star inJurassic World: Rebirth, along withRupert Friend,Manuel Garcia Rulfo,Luna Blaise,Philippine Velge,David Iacono,Audrina Miranda, andBechir Sylvain.

Jonathan Bailey in ‘Jurassic World: Rebirth’

Who Is Writing and Directing ‘Jurassic World: Rebirth’?

Jurassic World: Rebirthhas returned originalJurassic Park(1993) scribeDavid Koeppto pen the screenplay for the film. Koepp also recently wroteIndiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, in addition to writing the script forSam Raimi’s firstSpider-Manmovie andTom Cruise’s firstMission: Impossibleflick.Gareth Edwards, best known for his work directingRogue One: A Star Wars Story, will directJurassic World: Rebirth. Edwards also directed the first MonsterVerse movie,Godzilla(2014) and he more recently helmedThe CreatorwithJohn David Washington.

Jurassic World: Rebirthwill hit theaters on July 2 later this year. Check out the new image from the film above and watchJurassic WorldwithChris PrattandBryce Dallas HowardonHulu.

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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.

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Scarlett Johansson