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Universal Pictures Seeks New Director for Jurassic World Reboot

After parting ways with David Leitch due to creative differences, Universal Pictures is in urgent search for a new director to meet the July 2025 release.

  • Universal Pictures and David Leitch have mutually decided to part ways on the Jurassic World reboot, citing creative differences.
  • The search for a new director is critical as the film is scheduled for a July 2025 release, with filming needing to begin soon.
  • David Koepp, writer of the original Jurassic Park, is returning to pen the film, which is said to kick off a 'new Jurassic era'.
  • The reboot will likely feature a new cast, moving away from characters like Owen Grady and Claire Dearing.
  • The Jurassic franchise has grossed over $6 billion worldwide, making the directorial position highly coveted.
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