Mahershala Ali and Scarlett Johansson Join New Jurassic World

Gareth Edwards' upcoming untitled Jurassic World project might soon feature Mahershala Ali alongside Scarlett Johansson. Ali, renowned for roles in Green Book and Moonlight, is in discussions for yet-to-be-disclosed characters in the Dino franchise revival. With his voice work in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse and the upcoming Marvel's Blade, Ali continues to dive into genre films. The new film, written by original Jurassic Park scribe David Koepp, aims to launch a fresh era following the financially successful but critically mixed Jurassic World trilogy. The cast is rumored to include Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, Jonathan Bailey, and Rupert Friend.

Details about the plot are currently under wraps, but the film is set to launch a new era for the Jurassic World franchise.

The Jurassic World series, starting with 2015's Jurassic World directed by Colin Trevorrow, reinvigorated the beloved franchise originally created by Steven Spielberg. The trilogy, closing with 2022's Jurassic World Dominion, grossed over $1 billion each, showcasing the enduring appeal of dinosaur adventures. Despite mixed critical reception, the series' blend of nostalgia and new challenges with prehistoric creatures has kept audiences captivated. The involvement of David Koepp, who wrote the original Jurassic Park screenplay, ensures continuity and expectations for high stakes and thrilling storytelling in the upcoming film.