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‘Jurassic World Rebirth’ chomps on big $147-million Fourth of July box office weekend

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Over the past weekend, dinosaurs regained their dominance at the box office with “Jurassic World: Dominion” earning a substantial $147.3 million domestically during the five-day Fourth of July weekend, signaling optimism among theater insiders for a successful month ahead in cinema.

The earnings for “Jurassic World’s” debut in the U.S. and Canada surpassed industry predictions, with the movie raking in more than anticipated during its extended weekend. Initially, it was projected that Universal Pictures’ revamp of “Jurassic World” would earn between $120 million and $130 million over the weekend, according to both analysts’ and studio forecasts.

In my perspective, our film managed to outperform the high-octane race flick starring Brad Pitt from Apple, titled “F1 The Movie.” It took the runner-up spot with an impressive domestic earnings of $26.1 million, boosting its overall North American total to a staggering $109.5 million, as reported by Warner Bros., our distributor.

In 2022, the film that preceded “Rebirth,” titled “Jurassic World: Dominion,” garnered a staggering $145 million in its initial three days and eventually grossed a massive $1 billion worldwide. The latest production is projected to have cost approximately $180 million for production, excluding marketing expenses.

High-cost monster movies attract a wide audience worldwide, as demonstrated by the box office figures. Debuting in 82 countries excluding the U.S. and Canada, “Rebirth” earned $171 million internationally. A significant portion of this revenue came from China, where it grossed $41.5 million. This shows that Hollywood films continue to perform well in China, even amidst the prevalence of local productions in the densely populated nation.

The global total for “Rebirth’s” opening was $318.3 million.

Under the guidance of director Gareth Edwards, who previously worked on “The Creator” and “Rogue One”, and featuring stars Scarlett Johansson and Mahershala Ali, the film “Rebirth” received mixed reviews from critics. On the review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, it garnered a 52% approval rating.

The “Jurassic” series has experienced numerous adaptations since Steven Spielberg’s 1993 hit movie “Jurassic Park,” which was inspired by the science fiction novel of the same name by Michael Crichton. This film captivated audiences with its blend of practical and digital special effects, creating a breathtaking realism for the T. Rex and other ferocious dinosaurs. Subsequent to this film, not only sequels were produced, but also toys, theme park rides, animated TV shows, and video games as well.

Even though the sequels, beginning with “The Lost World” directed by Spielberg himself, didn’t garner the same level of critical praise as the original, they still proved profitable for Universal and Spielberg’s production company, Amblin, generating revenue.

Before the release of “Rebirth,” the Jurassic series had amassed approximately $6 billion globally at the box office, unaccounting for inflation, as reported by The Numbers website. The initial “Jurassic Park” earned $978 million worldwide, equivalent to about $1.86 billion in current dollars, according to Box Office Mojo.

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In simple terms, during its debut weekend, Pixar’s animated movie ‘Elio’ earned only $21 million. This low earnings suggest the challenges faced by unique films and the fierce competition at the box office.

The most recent “Jurassic” film missed out on being screened in IMAX theaters, as they had already been reserved for F1 events. Starting next week, these premium spots will be filled by Warner Bros. and DC Studios’ “Superman.” Movies played in IMAX tend to generate larger box office earnings due to higher ticket prices and the perception that they represent a special event.

This month, “Jurassic World” will be the initial blockbuster film hitting theaters. Coming up next from Walt Disney Company and Marvel Studios is “The Fantastic Four: First Steps,” which is set to premiere in a couple of weeks.

Historically, July is known for being one of the strongest summer months when it comes to box office earnings. Consequently, these three upcoming movies face increased expectations and pressure to perform well.

In contrast to the strong box office performances in April and May, June was marked by a series of films that didn’t meet expectations, including Lionsgate’s “John Wick” spinoff titled “Ballerina,” Sony Pictures’ release “Karate Kid: Legends,” and Disney and Pixar’s own original animated movie, “Elio.

As a devoted cinema enthusiast, I’ve noticed a staggering 25% drop in theatrical business this past June compared to the pre-pandemic averages of June 2017, 2018, and 2019, as reported by David A. Gross’s FranchiseRe movie industry newsletter. Interestingly, it was also a 5.3% decrease from last June, which boasted blockbusters like Disney and Pixar’s “Inside Out 2” and Sony’s “Bad Boys: Ride or Die.

As a devoted film enthusiast, I’ve noticed the rhythmic dance between box office hits and flops. The upcoming four to five weeks will undoubtedly paint a clear picture of how we can assess this year’s summer movie season as a whole.

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2025-07-06 19:01

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