Did You Know These 10 Things About ‘Jurassic World’?

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Released in 2015, ‘Jurassic World‘ brought the popular dinosaur series back to life for a new audience. The film, directed by Colin Trevorrow, explored the idea of a fully operational dinosaur theme park – the dream of John Hammond – and the chaos that followed. Featuring Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard, it combined the beloved elements of the original ‘Jurassic Park’ with exciting, state-of-the-art visual effects.

As a huge movie fan, I remember when ‘Jurassic World’ absolutely took the world by storm! It broke all sorts of box office records and really proved that dinosaurs are always a winning formula. I recently stumbled across some fascinating behind-the-scenes facts, and here are ten things I didn’t know about the making of the film.

It Took Over a Decade to Get Made

Planning for a new Jurassic Park movie started way back in 2001, but it took many years of revisions and several attempts before the project finally moved forward.

Colin Trevorrow wasn’t brought on as director until 2013, which finally allowed the sequel to move forward.

The Park Was Finally Open

‘Jurassic World’ was different from earlier movies in the series because it showed the park actually running successfully, with visitors, hotels, and plenty to do.

This made the disaster even more shocking when things inevitably spiraled out of control.

The Indominus Rex Was a New Hybrid Dinosaur

The movie featured the Indominus Rex, a new dinosaur created through genetic engineering. Scientists combined DNA from different creatures, like the T. Rex and Velociraptor, to make it.

It represented how humans, driven by greed and a disregard for nature, attempted to surpass its power—and ultimately faced frightening consequences.

Chris Pratt Played Owen Grady

Chris Pratt played Owen Grady, a skilled dinosaur expert and ex-Navy officer who was able to train velociraptors.

His calm confidence and rapport with the raptors made him an instant fan favorite.

Bryce Dallas Howard’s Character Was Redefined Mid-Film

Bryce Dallas Howard starred as Claire Dearing, the woman in charge of the park’s day-to-day running, who discovers that even the best planning can’t control everything.

One of the most compelling parts of the movie was watching her transform from a shrewd businesswoman into a determined and courageous defender.

The Raptors Were Heroes This Time

The trained Velociraptors—Blue, Charlie, Delta, and Echo—played a key role in the story.

I always felt there was something really unique about Owen’s relationship with the dinosaurs. It wasn’t just about control, it was like he genuinely cared for them, and it felt like that connection—that blurry line between being in charge and wanting to protect them—really laid the groundwork for all the emotional moments we’d see in the later movies.

The Film Paid Homage to the Original ‘Jurassic Park’

Sharp-eyed viewers spotted nods to the 1993 movie, such as the original visitor center building, recognizable Jeeps, and the dinosaur itself – a T. Rex.

These nods honored the franchise’s roots while moving the story into a new era.

It Broke Box Office Records

Jurassic World earned more than $1.6 billion globally, making it one of the most successful films ever made.

For a time, it had the biggest opening weekend of all time, but ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ later broke that record.

The Movie Used Practical and Digital Effects

While CGI was central, the filmmakers also used animatronics for close-up shots of dinosaurs.

This combination gave the creatures weight and realism that echoed Spielberg’s original vision.

It Revived the Franchise for a New Trilogy

‘Jurassic World’ was a huge hit, and its success led to two more movies: ‘Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom’ and ‘Jurassic World Dominion.’

Dinosaurs continued to fascinate and thrill people, even many years after first appearing in popular culture.

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2025-10-10 22:15