Scarlett Johansson, known for her roles in Marvel films, has officially confirmed that she will be starring in the upcoming Jurassic World movie. According to reports that emerged in March, Johansson was in discussions to join the seventh installment of the popular franchise. Now, she has shared her excitement about the project, particularly praising the script written by David Koepp, who also worked on the original Jurassic Park film.
In an interview with ComicBook.com, Johansson expressed her enthusiasm for the Jurassic Park franchise, stating that it had been a significant part of her childhood. She described the impact that the first film had on her and expressed her eagerness to be a part of the new movie. Johansson mentioned how passionate David Koepp was about the story he crafted, which further fueled her excitement for the project.
Despite her extensive experience in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Johansson confessed that she has been eyeing the Jurassic World franchise for quite some time. Her fascination with dinosaurs and the Jurassic Park series dates back to the release of Jurassic World in 2015. Johansson humorously shared her eagerness to be a part of the franchise, expressing her willingness to take on any role, even if it meant being eaten by a dinosaur within the first few minutes of the film.
Johansson joins a cast that reportedly includes Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, Jonathan Bailey, and Rupert Friend. There are also rumors that Mahershala Ali, a two-time Oscar winner, may potentially join the project in an undisclosed role. The untitled Jurassic World movie is currently filming in Thailand under
