Jurassic World Rebirth Releases Deleted Velociraptor Scene, Expands Franchise Content

Jurassic World Rebirth, the 2025 installment in the Jurassic Park franchise, brings to life previously deleted scenes from Michael Crichton's 1990 novel and earlier film concepts, including a complex T-rex river raft sequence that was cut from the original 1993 movie due to technical limitations. Despite the film focusing on new dinosaur threats, Velociraptors—franchise fan favorites—were initially featured more prominently in intense sequences, including a climactic encounter that was ultimately removed following negative test screenings. Deleted scenes showing Velociraptors menacing the protagonists have been released digitally, eliciting mixed reactions from fans who felt these cuts diminished the legacy of the classic dinosaurs. The film's digital release includes over an hour of exclusive content such as never-before-seen deleted scenes, alternate openings, and behind-the-scenes documentaries on the film's visual effects. Additionally, the movie is seen as a continuation rather than a reboot of the franchise, with plans for a direct sequel reportedly underway that would bring back key cast members and the director. These revelations have sparked renewed interest in the franchise's evolution and the challenges of integrating beloved legacy elements with new storytelling directions.