The Jurassic Park franchise is back with Jurassic World Rebirth, bringing with it a host of terrifying new dinosaurs. Set on the isolated Ile Saint-Hubert, a research facility once used for the original Jurassic Park, the film introduces some of the most fearsome creatures yet.
Directed by Gareth Edwards, Rebirth explores new genetic experiments gone awry, leading to mutated, dangerous, and downright chilling dinosaurs. Here’s a guide to the newest, most terrifying dinosaurs in the latest installment.
1. Distortus Rex – A Mutated T. Rex
The Distortus Rex is the film’s main antagonist, and for good reason—it’s a six-limbed, mutated version of the mighty Tyrannosaurus rex. Born out of a failed genetic experiment, the Distortus Rex is 26 feet tall, 47 feet long, and weighs approximately 20,000 lbs.
What makes this T. rex so terrifying isn’t just its size, but its deformities, which cause it constant pain. With two extra arms and mutated legs, the Distortus Rex’s mobility is hindered, yet it’s incredibly powerful.
Visual effects supervisor David Vickery said the creature was designed to evoke sympathy as well as terror. “It’s as if another animal has been wrapped around the T. rex,” he explained.
The film hints that over 25 failed attempts were made to create the Distortus Rex before it came to life, resulting in a nightmarish creature. “It just got worse and worse,” said Jurassic World Rebirth screenwriter David Koepp.
2. Mutadon – A Raptor-Pterosaur Hybrid
The Mutadon is a hybrid dinosaur, blending the deadly qualities of a raptor with the flying capabilities of a pterosaur. At 16 feet long, weighing 550 lbs, and over six feet tall, the Mutadon has thin wings and translucent skin that gives it a skeletal, almost ghostly appearance.
The idea for the Mutadon came from the previous Jurassic World movies, where genetic experiments created bigger, scarier creatures.
Koepp shared that he and Steven Spielberg discussed how some of these experiments surely “didn’t go well,” leading to the terrifying Mutadon. Its design and eerie flight make it one of the most disturbing additions to the Jurassic universe.
3. Aquilops – The Tiny Horned Herbivore
In contrast to the terrifying mutants, the Aquilops is a smaller, more playful dinosaur. A horned herbivore related to the triceratops, the Aquilops makes an unexpected appearance in Jurassic World Rebirth. One notable character, Dolores, develops a love for licorice after being fed by Isabella Delgado, leading to moments of comic relief.
Despite its small size, Aquilops quickly becomes a fan favorite. Rupert Friend, who plays Martin Krebs in the film, even suggested that Aquilops may steal the show, calling it his favorite character.
4. Titanosaurus – A Giant, Long-Necked Herbivore
The Titanosaurus is one of the biggest dinosaurs ever featured in the Jurassic series, much larger than the brachiosaurus seen in the original films. With a long neck and a whip-like tail, the Titanosaurus stands at 50 feet tall and stretches 70 feet long, weighing more than 30 tons.
Its legs are so massive that they are described as being the size of redwood trees, measuring eight feet in circumference. This herbivore from the Late Cretaceous period will dwarf anything seen in previous Jurassic films, making it one of the most awe-inspiring creatures in Rebirth.
5. Anurognathus – The Tiny, Colorful Pterosaur
Although the Anurognathus doesn’t play a major role in the film, its striking appearance ensures it doesn’t go unnoticed. This tiny pterosaur has a wingspan of only 20 inches and weighs just 0.088 lbs, but its bright green color and large dark eyes make it stand out.
Its small size and flying abilities give it a unique place among the larger, more dangerous dinosaurs. The Anurognathus is a reminder of the diversity of creatures inhabiting Ile Saint-Hubert, where even the smallest of dinosaurs can leave a lasting impression.
Jurassic World Rebirth introduces a terrifying array of new dinosaurs, each one more dangerous and unpredictable than the last. From the six-limbed, mutated Distortus Rex to the small but memorable Aquilops, these new creatures promise to add a new level of excitement and danger to the Jurassic franchise.
Whether it’s through mutation, hybridization, or sheer size, Jurassic World Rebirth takes the concept of prehistoric terror to new heights, offering fans a thrilling adventure with some of the scariest dinosaurs yet.
