Dinosaur Movie Dominates July 4th Box Office
Despite some concerns about “dinosaur fatigue,” the latest installment of the “Jurassic World” series, titled “Jurassic World Rebirth,” has proved to be a box office hit. The film grossed an impressive $318.3 million globally over the five-day Fourth of July weekend, according to studio estimates.
Directed by Gareth Edwards, “Jurassic World Rebirth” opened on Wednesday and earned $147.3 million in North America alone during its first five days. This figure includes an estimated $91.5 million from the traditional three-day weekend.
Internationally, the film debuted in 82 markets, including China, contributing an additional $171 million, with $41.5 million coming exclusively from Chinese audiences, making it the biggest MPA opening in the country this year.
Jim Orr, who oversees domestic distribution for Universal Pictures, expressed optimism about the film’s reception. He stated, “Jurassic World Rebirth is exactly what audiences crave during the summer: a very big, fun, extraordinarily well-done adventure.”
While the film initially missed out on IMAX screens domestically, it thrived on premium large format screens, collecting nearly $8 million from just 167 Dolby Cinema locations.
“Rebirth” features a star-studded cast, including Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, and Jonathan Bailey. Though the film has received mixed reviews, holding a 51% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, audience feedback suggests a strong appreciation. Orr noted that the turnout has been broad, spanning ages eight to 80, and exceeded box office predictions.
Looking forward, the film’s word of mouth is overwhelmingly positive, indicating a potentially long run at theaters this summer.
With the recent release of “Jurassic World Rebirth,” no major new films ventured to compete against the dinosaurs this weekend. Last weekend’s champion, Brad Pitt’s “F1,” fell 54% in its second week but still managed to earn $26.1 million, pushing its domestic total to around $109.5 million.
As summer unfolds, more major releases lie ahead, keeping moviegoers excited. “This is one of the most competitive summer movie seasons ever,” remarked Paul Dergarabedian, a senior media analyst.
The resurgence of big-budget films reflects a hopeful return to a more vibrant theater experience as audiences enjoy a variety of offerings this season.
