Scarlett Johansson praises script of next Jurassic World movie

Scarlett Johansson will join the next Jurassic World, fulfilling her long-time desire to be part of the franchise.

Scarlett Johansson has officially confirmed her role in the upcoming Jurassic World film, marking her entry into another major franchise following her successful tenure in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The actress expressed her excitement and praised the film's script in a recent interview.

Johansson, speaking to ComicBook.com, revealed her enthusiasm for joining the Jurassic World series, a franchise she has admired for years. "I'm an enormous Jurassic Park fan. It's one of the first films I remember seeing in the theater. I remember seeing it so vividly. It was life-changing. It was mind-blowing," she said. "The script is so incredible. David Koepp wrote it. He returned after like 30 years to write the script. He's so passionate about it, which is so awesome"

Reports about Johansson's potential involvement in the new Jurassic World film surfaced in March. These rumors have now been confirmed, with the actress set to star in the seventh installment of the franchise. Johansson also mentioned that she had been trying to join the series for over a decade, ever since Jurassic World revitalized the franchise in 2015

The new film, which is currently undergoing principal photography in Thailand under the direction of Gareth Edwards, promises to introduce new characters and narratives. It is not a continuation of the previous trilogy but a fresh take within the same universe. Alongside Johansson, the cast includes notable names such as Rupert Friend, Jonathan Bailey, and Manuel Garcia-Rulfo. Two-time Oscar winner Mahershala Ali was also rumored to be in talks for a role.

The film, slated for a July 2, 2025 release, aims to capture the essence of the original Jurassic Park while pushing the boundaries of storytelling and visual effects. Fans of the franchise eagerly await this new chapter, which promises to blend nostalgia with innovative cinematic experiences.