Dinosaurs Reign as 'Jurassic World Rebirth' Captures $147.3 Million USD Over Debut Box Office Weekend

Summary

• Jurassic World Rebirth commanded the July Fourth holiday weekend, grossing $147.3 million USD in its first five days
• It remains at the North American box office’s top spot
• Despite mixed critical reviews (51% RT critics), the film garnered strong audience approval

Universal Pictures‘ highly anticipated Jurassic World Rebirth has roared to a commanding $147.3 million USD in its first five days at the North American box office, dominating the extended July Fourth holiday weekend. Opening on Wednesday, July 2nd, the film quickly established itself as a formidable summer hit, securing the top spot.

Beyond its strong domestic performance, the film saw a significant global launch, contributing to a massive $318.3 million USD worldwide total in its initial five days. International markets added $171 million USD, with a notable $41.5 million USD from China alone, marking the biggest MPA (Motion Picture Association) opening of 2025 in that territory. This impressive international showing underscores the enduring global appeal of the dinosaur franchise.

While critics offered mixed reviews (51% on Rotten Tomatoes), audiences have responded much more favorably, giving the film a 72% audience score and an “A” CinemaScore. This strong word-of-mouth suggests the film is resonating directly with moviegoers, who are drawn to its “very big, fun, extraordinarily well-done adventure,” as described by Universal’s domestic distribution head, Jim Orr. Despite not playing on domestic IMAX screens, the Scarlett Johansson-starring film gives a robust performance against a reported $180 million USD budget points to a successful run throughout the summer.