Scarlett Johansson is set to make her debut in the upcoming “Jurassic World 4,” directed by Gareth Edwards and scripted by David Koepp. This marks a significant moment for Johansson, a self-professed longtime fan of the Jurassic Park series. “I am an enormous ‘Jurassic Park’ fan,” Johansson revealed in an exclusive interview with ComicBook.com. “It is one of the first movies I remember seeing in theaters. I remember it so vividly. It was life-changing and mind-blowing. I cannot express how excited I am.”
Johansson praised the script for the new installment, describing it as “incredible.” This latest addition to the franchise will be a standalone story, separate from the previous trilogy that starred Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard, each grossing over $1 billion worldwide. Johansson leads an ensemble cast that includes Jonathan Bailey, Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, Mahershala Ali, Rupert Friend, Luna Blaise, and David Iacono.
Reflecting on her journey to join the Jurassic universe, Johansson expressed her persistence over the past decade. “I’ve been trying to get into this franchise in any possible way for over 10 years,” she shared enthusiastically. “I’m like, ‘I’ll die in the first five minutes! I can get eaten by whatever! I’ll do the craft service!’ I’ll do anything for it. The fact that it’s happened in this way at this time just is actually unbelievable.”
The production of “Jurassic World 4” is set to span various global locations, including Thailand, Malta, and the U.K. Legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg serves as executive producer alongside Frank Marshall, the original producer of “Jurassic Park,” and his longtime producing partner Patrick Crowley.
With anticipation building, Johansson’s involvement promises to add a new dimension to the beloved dinosaur franchise, drawing on her passion for the series and dedication to bringing its latest installment to life on the big screen.
