Jurassic World: Rebirth’ Roars Into Theaters With $28M Wednesday, $128M 5-Day Opening in Sight
Hollywood, July 3, 2025 – Dinosaurs are back — and they’re bigger than ever. Universal’s “Jurassic World: Rebirth” opened to a thunderous $28 million on Wednesday, setting the stage for a projected $128 million 5-day total through Sunday.
The blockbuster is Universal’s fourth consecutive July 4th post-COVID holiday winner, following the success of Despicable Me 4 and Minions: The Rise of Gru. Directed by Gareth Edwards (Rogue One, The Creator), Rebirth marks a fresh chapter in the long-running Jurassic saga — and the numbers suggest audiences are still captivated by prehistoric thrills.
Opening Day Snapshot:
- Opening Wednesday: $28 million
- Projected 3-Day (Fri–Sun): $77.5 million
- Projected 5-Day (Wed–Sun): $127.5 million
- Theaters: 4,308
- Premium Formats (PLF): Strong contributor to sales
- Rotten Tomatoes Score: 54% (Critics) — higher than Dominion’s 29%
- Audience Score: Awaiting data
Jurassic Legacy: Where Rebirth Ranks
Among Wednesday openers in the franchise, Rebirth is the second to bow midweek and ranks as the fourth-highest opening day in the series. Here’s how it stacks up:
| Film | Opening Day | Total Opening |
|---|---|---|
| Jurassic World (2015) | $81.9M | $208.8M |
| Jurassic World: Dominion (2022) | $59.5M | $145M |
| Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (2018) | $58.5M | $148M |
| Jurassic World: Rebirth (2025) | $28M (Wed) | ~$128M (5-day est.) |
Marketing & Social Buzz: Massive Reach
According to social media analytics firm RelishMix, Rebirth is crushing social metrics:
- Total Social Reach: 921 million (TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, X)
- Facebook Video Views: 219M+
- YouTube Viral Repost Rate: 26:1 (exceptional)
- Star Power: Bridgerton star Jonathan Bailey leads online engagement with 5.4M IG followers
Despite Scarlett Johansson and Mahershala Ali staying low-profile online, Universal’s 50+ video rollout has fueled major buzz.
July 4th: Boom or Bust?
This year’s Independence Day lands on a Friday, which can be unpredictable for box office performance. Historically, July 4 is an off day for ticket sales, as audiences prioritize outdoor events and travel. However, early ticketing data suggests Rebirth could maintain momentum into the weekend, especially on PLF and IMAX screens.
For context:
- In 2014, when July 4 also fell on a Friday, Transformers: Age of Extinction saw a 28% drop in daily revenue.
- But titles with strong franchise loyalty like Jurassic World may resist that trend.
Final Thoughts
Jurassic World: Rebirth may not reach the dizzying heights of its 2015 predecessor, but it’s clear the dino franchise still has bite. With strong Wednesday numbers, a holiday weekend boost, and a powerful online presence, Universal is looking at a domestic hit north of $125 million.
Now, the real question is: Will the legs hold into the second weekend — or will the dinosaurs face extinction once again?
