Definitely, the casting of Jurassic World 4 promises to be exceptional. After Scarlett Johansson, another star of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is preparing to take over. join the cast of Gareth Edwards' film.
Jurassic World 4: the cast is growing
Despite the critical failure of Jurassic World: The World After, Universal wants to continue capitalize on the cult franchise. It must be said that despite this disastrous critical feedback, the third part of the Jurassic World saga reported more than1 billion dollars in box office revenue. Sixth film in the license, this Jurassic World : The World After also served as a bridge between the Jurassic Park and the Jurassic World. The fans then found themselves the cult cast of the first films with the returns of Jeff Goldblum, Sam Neill and even Laura Dern.
Universal has just formalized the start of work on a Jurassic World 4. This new component will be directed by Gareth Edwards (the smart guy behind Godzilla and Rogue One) and features an already well-known cast. impressive takeaway by Scarlett Johansson andRupert Friend.
A new big name in the casting
According to The Hollywood Reporter, the actor Mahershala Aliwould also be in talks to join the cast of Jurassic World 4. The 50-year-old actor is currently on the rise since he can be found in many recent productions such as Alita: Battle Angel (2019), the season 3 of True Detective (2019) or the recent The World After Us (2023). Above all, Mahershala Ali was hired by Marvel Studios to play Blade in the MCU.
Mahershala Ali would therefore be in the process of joining the cast of Jurassic World 4. But this news poses a problem. Indeed, filming of Jurassic World 4 should normally begin in mid-June. London. Problem is, it’s also a problem. This date, the filming of Blade is supposed to take place. start too. This news therefore suggests that the filming of Blade could be postponed. It is difficult to see Mahershala Ali joining the Jurassic World license if his contract with Marvel Studios is not honored.
Blade, directed by by Yann Demange, is expected on November 5, 2025 in cinemas. As for the last Jurassic World, it should logically develop a whole new plot and introduce new characters. Which suggests that Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard would no longer be in the game.