The Jurassic Park franchise, masterfully crafted by novelist Michael Crichton and brought to life by visionary director Steven Spielberg, has captivated audiences since the '90s. With the release of the Jurassic World trilogy, the series saw a triumphant return, grossing an impressive $4 billion USD over three films. As we approach the premiere of the latest installment, Jurassic World Rebirth, in July, we've put together a comprehensive guide to help you navigate the series' storyline. Whether you prefer to watch the films in chronological order or by release date, we've got you covered.
Jurassic Park Movies in Order
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How Many Jurassic Park Movies Are There?
The Jurassic Park universe comprises six feature-length films: three from the original Jurassic Park series and three from the Jurassic World trilogy. The upcoming Jurassic World Rebirth will be the seventh film. Additionally, the franchise includes two short films and an animated Netflix series, all of which are part of the official canon and included in our chronology.
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Jurassic Park Movies in Chronological Order
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1. Jurassic Park (1993)
The Jurassic Park saga begins with the groundbreaking 1993 film, which closely follows Michael Crichton's novel. The story introduces the thrilling concept of cloning dinosaurs using DNA extracted from prehistoric mosquitoes preserved in amber. John Hammond (Richard Attenborough), the visionary entrepreneur behind this project, invites paleontologist Alan Grant (Sam Neill), paleobotanist Ellie Sattler (Laura Dern), and mathematician Ian Malcolm (Jeff Goldblum) to assess the safety of his new theme park on Isla Nublar. Accompanied by Hammond's grandchildren, Lex and Tim Murphy, they embark on a tour that turns into a fight for survival when a tropical storm and sabotage lead to a power outage, freeing the dinosaurs. The group must outwit velociraptors and a Tyrannosaurus rex to escape.
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2. The Lost World: Jurassic Park (1997)
Set and released four years after the original, The Lost World reintroduces us to Ian Malcolm (Jeff Goldblum) and John Hammond (Richard Attenborough), joined by paleontologist Sarah Harding (Julianne Moore). The story unfolds on Isla Sorna, another island where Hammond cloned dinosaurs. Abandoned and left to their own devices, the dinosaurs have thrived. A corporate power struggle over InGen pits Hammond's nephew, Peter Ludlow (Arliss Howard), who wants to exploit the dinosaurs commercially, against Hammond, Malcolm, and Harding, who aim to establish a nature preserve. Amidst territorial dinosaurs, the two factions clash, leading to intense chases and dramatic confrontations. The film culminates in a T-Rex escaping to wreak havoc in San Diego, with Malcolm and Harding attempting a non-lethal capture.
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