How to Watch the Jurassic Park Movies in Chronological Order

The iconic *Jurassic Park* series, brought to life by the imaginative storytelling of Michael Crichton and the visionary direction of Steven Spielberg, became a beloved and blockbuster hit in the 1990s. Fast forward two decades, and the *Jurassic World* trilogy revitalized the franchise, contributing an impressive $4 billion to its box office total across three films. As *Jurassic World Rebirth* gears up for its theatrical debut in July, we've crafted this comprehensive guide to help you explore the saga's narrative. Whether you prefer watching the films in chronological order or by release date, scroll down for a detailed breakdown.

Jurassic Park Movies in Order

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The Jurassic Park franchise encompasses six feature-length films—three from the original Jurassic Park series and three from the Jurassic World trilogy. With Jurassic World Rebirth set to premiere, it will mark the seventh film in the series. Additionally, the franchise includes two short films and an animated Netflix series, which are integral to the complete chronological experience.

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The following blurbs offer mild spoilers, including characters, settings, and broad plot points.

1. Jurassic Park (1993)

While the main narrative of the Jurassic Park series follows the release order closely, the short films and Netflix series provide additional context.

Jurassic Park kicks off the saga by bringing Michael Crichton's novel to the screen, introducing the thrilling concept of cloning dinosaurs using DNA extracted from prehistoric mosquitoes preserved in amber. Entrepreneur John Hammond (Richard Attenborough) envisions a theme park on Isla Nublar to showcase these wonders. Paleontologist Alan Grant (Sam Neill), paleobotanist Ellie Sattler (Laura Dern), and mathematician Ian Malcolm (Jeff Goldblum) are invited to evaluate the park's safety, joined by Hammond's grandchildren, Lex and Tim Murphy. A tropical storm and sabotage lead to a power outage, unleashing the dinosaurs and turning a tour into a harrowing escape from velociraptors and a Tyrannosaurus rex.

Read IGN’s Jurassic Park review or preorder the 4K Edition of Jurassic Park.

Jurassic ParkUniversal PicturesJun 11, 1993PG-13

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Set and released four years after the original, The Lost World: Jurassic Park sees Ian Malcolm (Jeff Goldblum) and John Hammond (Richard Attenborough) returning, joined by paleontologist Sarah Harding (Julianne Moore).

The film unfolds on Isla Sorna, where Hammond had previously cloned dinosaurs. Left to their own devices after the island was abandoned, these dinosaurs become the backdrop for a power struggle within InGen, Hammond's company. His nephew, Peter Ludlow (Arliss Howard), aims to exploit the dinosaurs for profit, while Hammond, Malcolm, and Harding strive to establish a nature preserve. Amidst these tensions, the characters navigate perilous encounters with wild dinosaurs, culminating in a T-Rex escaping to wreak havoc in San Diego. Malcolm and Harding work to recapture it non-lethally.

Read IGN’s The Lost World: Jurassic Park review.

Universal PicturesMay 23, 1997PG-13

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