LOS ANGELES, Calif. – The search for a new director for the upcoming “Jurassic World” film is back on, as David Leitch has exited negotiations with Universal Pictures. The departure comes after reported creative differences between Leitch and the studio, halting their talks for the highly anticipated semi-reboot of the popular dinosaur franchise.
Renowned screenwriter David Koepp, known for penning the first two “Jurassic Park” films, is set to write the screenplay for the upcoming project. With plans to launch a ‘new Jurassic era,’ it is anticipated that none of the previous stars, including Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, Sam Neill, Laura Dern, and Jeff Goldblum, will be returning to the franchise.
Despite the change in directorial plans, producer Frank Marshall, Patrick Crowley, and executive producer Steven Spielberg are still on board for the upcoming film. The “Jurassic World” franchise has been a massive success, with the first six features collectively earning over $6 billion globally.
The new “Jurassic World” film is still slated for release on July 2nd, 2025, and fans are eager to see how the franchise will evolve in this next installment. As the search for the new director continues, anticipation for the future of the beloved dinosaur series remains high.