The Jurassic World franchise is set to evolve once again with Jurassic World: Rebirth, and this time, it’s bringing a terrifying new dinosaur unlike anything seen before. Director Gareth Edwards has revealed that the upcoming film will introduce a mutant dinosaur hybrid, drawing inspiration from some of cinema’s most iconic monsters: the T. rex, the Rancor from Star Wars, and the Xenomorph from Alien.

The Jurassic World series has always pushed the boundaries of dinosaur science fiction, introducing hybrid creatures like the Indominus Rex and Indoraptor. However, Rebirth takes this concept to the next level. Gareth Edwards shared insight into the design of this monstrous new creature, stating:

“Some Rancor went in there, some H.R. Giger went in there, a little T-Rex went in there…”

This fusion of terrifying elements suggests a dinosaur that is not only massive and predatory but also stealthy, grotesque, and potentially more intelligent than anything audiences have seen before. Given the Xenomorph’s eerie biomechanical aesthetic, the new dinosaur could possess an unsettlingly alien-like appearance, making it a true nightmare for the film’s protagonists.

What Is Jurassic World Rebirth About?

The story follows a recovery team led by Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, and Jonathan Bailey as they embark on a dangerous mission to an island near the equator a location that once housed the original Jurassic Park’s research lab. The team’s goal is to retrieve genetic material that could unlock a groundbreaking medical breakthrough for humanity.

However, what they find is far worse than they ever imagined. Three decades after the collapse of the facility, the mistakes made there have not only survived—they have evolved. The island is now home to dinosaurs that were deemed failed experiments, creatures that shouldn’t exist. As producer Frank Marshall puts it:

“These are the dinosaurs that didn’t work. There are some mutations in there. They’re all based on real dinosaur research, but they look a little different.”

These genetic anomalies have grown bigger, stronger, and more unpredictable, making the island a true nightmare for anyone who dares to step foot on it.

Jurassic World: Rebirth is set to hit theaters on July 2, 2025.