Jurassic Park Films: Discover Chronological Viewing Guide

The Jurassic Park saga, a cinematic triumph born from Michael Crichton's novel and Steven Spielberg's visionary direction, captivated audiences in the 90s. Decades later, the Jurassic World trilogy reignited the franchise, generating an additional $4 billion at the box office across three films. With Jurassic World: Rebirth hitting theaters in July, this guide helps you navigate the sprawling storyline. Explore viewing options: chronological order or release date.

Jurassic Park Film Order

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How Many Jurassic Park Films Exist?

Six feature-length films comprise the Jurassic franchise – three Jurassic Park installments and three Jurassic World entries. Jurassic World: Rebirth will be the seventh. The expanded canon includes two short films and a Netflix animated series, incorporated into the chronology below.

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Chronological Viewing Order

(Mild spoilers ahead regarding characters, settings, and plot points.)

1. Jurassic Park (1993)

The feature films largely follow chronological order, simplifying the viewing sequence. Only the shorts and Netflix series require additional guidance. Jurassic Park adapts Crichton's novel, introducing the core concept: cloned dinosaurs populate a theme park (Isla Nublar) thanks to a reckless entrepreneur (Richard Attenborough).

Paleontologist Alan Grant (Sam Neill), paleobotanist Ellie Sattler (Laura Dern), and mathematician Ian Malcolm (Jeff Goldblum) assess the park's safety alongside Lex and Tim Murphy, the founder's grandchildren. A storm and sabotage disable security, unleashing the dinosaurs and forcing a perilous escape.

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Jurassic ParkUniversal PicturesJun 11, 1993PG-13

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