Jurᴀssic World Rebirth has critics and audiences divided on Rotten Tomatoes. Directed by Gareth Edwards (Godzilla, Rogue One), with a script by the franchise’s original writer David Koepp, the fourth Jurᴀssic World film introduces a new cast of characters who embark on a mission to the Island of Ile Saint-Hubert, which was once used by InGen as a research facility and is filled with mutated dinosaurs.

The cast includes Scarlett Johansson, two-time Oscar winner Mahershala Ali, Jonathan Bailey, Rupert Friend, Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, Luna Blaise, Ed Skrein, and more.

Now, following its theatrical release on July 2, the film has sparked a sharp divide between critics and audiences. On Rotten Tomatoes, Jurᴀssic World Rebirth has a 53% score from critics, coupled with a 73% score from audiences. At the time of writing, the movie has 194 reviews from critics and 1,000+ verified ratings from users, so these scores could shift over time.

See how Rebirth‘s Rotten Tomatoes scores compare to the past Jurᴀssic movies below:

What Jurᴀssic World Rebirth’s Rotten Tomatoes Scores Mean For The Movie

What Are Critics & Audiences Saying?

Jurᴀssic World Rebirth reviews are mixed, with some critics praising it as a fun and visually stunning return to form for the franchise with strong direction and dinosaur thrills, while others criticize its lack of originality, forgettable characters, and uninspired plotting. Though a few hail it as the franchise’s best film since the original, many see it as further proof that the series is creatively exhausted.

Audience reviews are leaning more positive, with many praising the thrilling action, new Jurᴀssic World Rebirth cast, and nostalgic ties to the original movie. Many appreciate the visual effects, fun atmosphere, and family appeal, though some are calling out the cheesy dialogue, lack of emotional depth, and generic story elements. Some found the plot predictable, the pacing slow, and the dinosaurs underwhelming.

Our Take On Jurᴀssic World Rebirth’s Rotten Tomatoes Scores

What’s The Reason For The Divide?

The divide seems to be stemming from the differing expectations between critics and audiences. While critics often ᴀssess movies based on originality, narrative depth, and filmmaking craft, audiences often prioritize entertainment and nostalgia. Jurᴀssic World: Rebirth delivers the thrilling action and fan service that resonates with longtime fans, though critics are finding the plot formulaic and the characters underdeveloped.

Audiences enjoy dinosaur action, which is why the Jurᴀssic franchise has stuck around for so many years despite its creative exhaustion. Critics don’t often have a major effect on a film, which is how the past two Jurᴀssic World movies, Fallen Kingdom and Dominion, both managed to make $1 billion at the box office despite dismal reviews. With audience reactions leaning positive, Jurᴀssic World Rebirth could be destined for the same box office glory.

Source: Rotten Tomatoes