Summary:
- Chris Pratt hints at the possibility of returning as Owen Grady in Jurassic World 4.
- Directed by Gareth Edwards and expected to star Scarlett Johansson, the new movie might benefit from starting fresh with an entirely new cast, as Owen was never a particularly captivating character.
Chris Pratt has addressed whether he will return for Jurassic World 4, possibly starring alongside Scarlett Johansson. Serving as a spinoff of Steven Spielberg‘s acclaimed 1993 movie, Jurassic Park, the Jurassic World franchise began in 2015.
After the new trilogy of films, which starred Pratt as Owen and Bryce Dallas Howard as Claire, concluded in 2022, Jurassic World 4 was confirmed earlier this year. The upcoming installment, from original movie writer David Koepp and director Gareth Edwards, is expected to feature Johansson in a leading role.
In a recent interview with CBR, Pratt commented on whether Owen could return in Jurassic World 4. The actor didn’t provide a definitive answer but teased the possibility. Regardless, Pratt expressed his support for Johansson and the movie. Check out his comment below:
“Hey, never say never. Maybe. Maybe I return. Maybe I don’t. You’ll just have to tune in to find out. I know I’ll be first in line, whether I’m in it or not.”
Should Chris Pratt Return for Jurassic World 4?
The original Jurassic Park cast, including Sam Neill, Laura Dern, and Jeff Goldblum, remains the most beloved in the franchise.
While 2015’s Jurassic World was generally well-received, its sequels were more divisive, and characters like Owen and Claire arguably lacked significant development. In fact, Jurassic World Dominion received the worst reviews of the entire franchise from critics.
Throughout the three films, Owen’s character didn’t evolve beyond a somewhat generic action movie lead. Although Pratt plays the role well and is charismatic, there’s nothing particularly compelling about the character to justify bringing him back after Jurassic World Dominion.
It might be better for Jurassic World 4 to start fresh, especially since the film is reported to be a soft reboot for the franchise.
The Potential of Pratt and Johansson Teaming Up
Despite the mixed reviews of the sequels, seeing Pratt and Johansson share the screen would undoubtedly be exciting.
Plus, in most Jurassic movies, the dinosaurs are the real stars, meaning Owen’s somewhat flat character might not be a significant issue. Pratt’s latest comment suggests that his return is possible, adding to the anticipation for the upcoming film.
Whether or not Pratt returns, Jurassic World 4 promises to bring new excitement to the franchise, especially with Johansson’s involvement. Fans will have to wait and see if Pratt’s Owen joins the adventure once again when the movie hits theaters.
