Did you know?
That the Jurassic World Tyrannosaurus rex is the same one that was in Jurassic Park. INGEN’s security division captured the Tyrannosaurus on Isla Nublar in 2002.
A Decade of Dinosaur Cinema: Jurassic World’s 10th Anniversary
Revisiting the Park: A Decade Since Jurassic World Roared Back to Life. Ten years ago, on June 12th 2015, Jurassic World stormed onto the big screen, reviving a beloved franchise with stunning cinematography, intricate CGI, and a fresh approach to dinosaur storytelling. A decade later, its legacy extends beyond cinema igniting scientific curiosity, enriching palaeontology discussions, and deepening our fascination with prehistoric life.
“The two iconic dinosaurs which everyone associated with classic Jurassic, the Velociraptor and the T.rex “team up” to take down this new unnatural monster which one would think represents the new sequel Jurassic World. But it is the new prehistoric icon of Jurassic World, the Mosasaurus, which eventually takes down the monster. It is spectacular and a great payoff for the story.”
Jack Ewins
Let’s take a closer look at how this cinematic milestone shaped palaeontological engagement.
Jurassic World: 10 Years of Dinosaurs & Discovery!
As a vertebrate palaeontologist and lifelong Jurassic fan, this anniversary holds special meaning for me. This special feature explores Jurassic World’s lasting impact, from its thrilling action and memorable characters to its scientific inspirations and audience engagement with palaeontology. Dive into the articles below as we celebrate a film that transported us back to Isla Nublar and reminded us why dinosaurs continue to capture our imaginations.
“A whole new generation of people who were too young to see the original films now had their chance to see dinosaurs on the big screen, and that’s been a great thing for public interest in palaeontology.”
Professor Steve Brusatte
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Explore each article below to uncover the science, story, and spectacle behind Jurassic World’s enduring legacy.
The film brought the Jurassic Park franchise out of an agonizing fourteen-year hibernation. The franchise had been encased in amber, and Universal had been trying to extract the right story ideas out for years to create the perfect sequel to reinvigorate the franchise.
James Ronan
Delve into the dino-depths with these features.
Steve Brusatte Jurassic World Interview
Dinosaurs, Cinema & Science—Professor Steve Brusatte Talks Jurassic World!
Jack Ewins Jurassic Canon Interview
Jurassic World’s Canon Keeper: Jack Ewins’ Deep Dive into Dino Lore
The Impact of Jurassic World
10 Years of Jurassic World—The Dinosaur Legacy!
Before World, There Was Park: The Legacy Begins!
Before Jurassic World, there was Jurassic Park, the film that started it all. Dive into its history, scientific accuracy, and influence on palaeontology in the dedicated legacy section.
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Header image is Tyrannosaurus rex final roar in Jurassic World. Image credit: Jurassic Vault, 2025.
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