Jonathan Bailey Chooses Jurassic World for Nostalgic Reasons

Actor Jonathan Bailey has opened up about why he signed for the upcoming actioner “Jurassic World Rebirth”. He will portray Dr Henry Loomis, a palaeontologist alongside Scarlett Johansson.

Bailey revealed that his attraction to the franchise began when he was five years old after watching “Jurassic Park” with his family. The film’s vision and fantasy spoke to him on an emotional level, resonating with the modern world’s relationship with nature and the past.

The actor praised director Steven Spielberg and composer John Williams’ score, stating that it is his number one. Bailey also expressed excitement about carrying forward the legacy of actor Sam Neill’s character Alan Grant and playing Henry, a character who embodies love for nature and curiosity.

“Jurassic World Rebirth” will be released globally on July 4, with Gareth Edwards at the helm and featuring Mahershala Ali in the cast.

Source: https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/hollywood/story/jonathan-bailey-on-choosing-jurrasic-world-rebirth-struck-a-chord-with-the-nerd-in-me-2742642-2025-06-18