‘Jurassic Park’ Mistakes You’ll Never Be Able to Unsee

Even a classic film like ‘Jurassic Park‘ has a few minor mistakes that become noticeable upon closer inspection. From inconsistencies in the setting to brief appearances by the film crew, these errors are hidden within action-packed scenes like chases and confrontations. While they don’t ruin the movie, they make rewatching it a fun challenge for observant viewers. Here are ten commonly spotted mistakes that fans keep finding.

The T. rex Paddock Drop That Appears Out of Nowhere

In the first car chase, the T. rex casually walks through a fence and onto the road, making it seem like the enclosure is at the same level as the tour path. Shortly after, the same fence now lines a steep cliff, and the Explorer vehicle falls off the edge. The landscape changes instantly between flat ground and a cliff with no explanation. We know it’s the same fence because of the visible broken wires and a torn section that appears in both shots.

A Crew Hand Pushes the Raptor Tail in the Kitchen

As the first velociraptor enters the kitchen scene, a hand is briefly visible behind it. This hand seems to be used to help position the robotic dinosaur, gently steadying or pushing its tail to ensure it’s properly within the camera’s view. If you watch closely, especially near the base of the tail as the camera follows the raptor past the counters, you can see it happen – though it’s a very quick moment, it’s noticeable when the footage is slowed down.

Camera Reflections in Shiny Kitchen Surfaces

During the kitchen scene, some shots unintentionally captured reflections on the shiny steel surfaces. While the children were hiding, parts of the camera and the crew filming them were briefly visible as reflections in the metal. These reflections appear in sync with the dinosaurs’ movements and, though quick, are noticeable due to the polished surfaces.

Explorer Numbers and Damage Keep Changing

The tour vehicles are easily identified by numbers, and the damage they sustained from the T. rex attack helps us track changes. However, when comparing different shots, the damage – like broken windshields and dents – doesn’t always line up consistently on the same vehicle. The extent of the damage, such as how bent or crushed the panels are, seems to vary depending on the camera angle. Even the scattered debris inside the vehicles appears to move between shots.

The Helicopter Seat Belts Do Not Match Between Cuts

During the flight to the island, the way Dr. Grant’s seatbelt appears changes from scene to scene. The specific parts of the belt he’s holding—like the buckles and straps—aren’t consistent. Sometimes he’s shown holding two identical buckles, while other times the arrangement looks different, and these changes happen quickly, even within the same short conversation.

The Goat Leg on the Sunroof Plays Tricks

Just before the T. rex was revealed, a goat leg suddenly hit the roof of the Explorer. When the children reacted, the leg seemed to move or disappear depending on the camera angle. The way the leg appeared in the outside shots didn’t match how it looked inside the car. The scene was then re-edited, and the leg reappeared without any visible movement.

The Glass Roof Strength Is Inconsistent

When the T. rex pushes on the Explorer’s glass roof, it initially resists, but then shatters. The cracks appear and shift in a way that doesn’t show a continuous break – instead, the pattern and severity of the cracks change in quick cuts. A shot from above reveals a different cracking pattern than what’s seen from inside the vehicle, momentarily resetting the tension for the children trapped underneath.

The Silent T. rex Inside the Visitor Center

Near the end of the movie, the T. rex suddenly appears inside the visitor center. This is surprising, even though earlier scenes hinted at its approach with loud footsteps. The T. rex arrives without any warning tremors or shaking, which is different from how its movement was shown during the attack on the road. Despite being so large, the entrance feels incredibly fast and unexpected.

Lex’s Flashlight Toggles Between Shots

Inside the vehicle, Lex’s flashlight is what attracts the T. rex. The editing quickly cuts back and forth between the flashlight being on and off, even though Lex isn’t touching the switch. We see the light on her face, then darkness, then the light again – this happens while she’s screaming and trying to escape, creating a noticeable mistake in the scene’s continuity.

The Falling Explorer Changes Its Position in the Tree

As Grant and Tim climb down from the tree, the damaged Explorer falls piece by piece around them. However, the way the car appears in different shots doesn’t quite make sense. Sometimes it looks like it’s about to fall right on top of them, and other times it seems farther away and more stable. The car’s position changes in a way that doesn’t match how it was falling just moments before.

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2025-11-01 01:15