J.A. Bayona Tops Universal’s List to Direct ‘Jurassic World Rebirth’ Sequel
Universal is considering Spanish filmmaker J.A. Bayona as the leading candidate to direct a sequel to Jurassic World Rebirth. No formal talks have begun, and his position strengthened after Gareth Edwards left the project over “creative differences.”
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Universal has placed J.A. Bayona at the top of its list of candidates to direct a sequel to Jurassic World Rebirth. The Hollywood Reporter confirmed the development.
Bayona is not yet in formal talks with the studio. The Spanish filmmaker could return to the Jurassic Park franchise after directing 2018’s Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom.
Gareth Edwards Leaves the Sequel
Bayona emerged as the frontrunner after Gareth Edwards left the follow-up to 2025’s Jurassic World Rebirth. His departure was attributed to “creative differences.”
Universal is still considering Bayona for the project; the source does not report a deal or a finalized director.
What we know
- Universal is considering J.A. Bayona as the leading candidate to direct a sequel to Jurassic World Rebirth.
- Bayona has not entered formal talks with the studio.
- He directed 2018’s Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom.
- Gareth Edwards left the 2025 film’s sequel over “creative differences.”
- Bayona could return to the Jurassic Park franchise for a second film.
Trust: Single source
- The story relies on one publisher. A second independent confirmation has not been established from the cited sources.
- Sources: The Hollywood Reporter Movies.
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