Jurassic World actor Nick Robinson reveals whether he will return for Jurassic World 4. In the 2015 sequel, Robinson played Zach Mitchell, the older nephew of Claire Dearing (Bryce Dallas Howard), the park operations manager of Jurassic World. The Jurassic World character and his younger brother Gray (Ty Simpkins) survived the disaster at the park but did not appear in the sequels, Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom and Jurassic World: Dominion. Despite Dominion being a finale to this trilogy, Jurassic World 4 is now in pre-production.
While speaking with CoveredGeekly, Robinson was asked whether he would return to reprise the role of Zach for Jurassic World 4. The actor responded that he would be open to reprising the role and predicted that the character is likely in therapy due to the traumatic event. Read Robinson’s response below:
“I’d love to! But, I don’t know – Zach [Mitchell], I think is probably still in therapy from the trauma of the first movie [laughs] but I’d love for that character to come back, it would be really fun.”
The franchise has been known to bring back established characters, including those played by Sam Neill, Laura Dern, Jeff Goldblum, and BD Wong, who all returned for the Jurassic World trilogy decades after their Jurassic Park characters made their onscreen debuts in 1993.
Why Zach Mitchell & Other Legacy Characters Won’t Return For Jurassic World 4
Despite Robinson’s enthusiasm, it is highly unlikely that Zach or other legacy characters from the Jurassic Park or Jurassic World trilogies will appear in the developing sequel. Despite currently being referred to as Jurassic World 4, the next installment is reportedly a reboot and will not bring back any legacy characters, even those played by Neill, Dern, Goldblum, Howard, and Chris Pratt. The franchise’s next chapter seemingly wants to start fresh and not retread overly familiar story beats or repeat mistakes from previous sequels.
Jurassic World 4: A Fresh Start
By not bringing back Robinson or any other familiar faces, the franchise can finally explore new ideas and themes and be the most compelling installment since the original Jurassic Park. Despite Robinson’s enthusiasm, it’s unlikely that legacy characters will return, as the film is expected to focus on introducing new characters and narratives. The involvement of writer David Koepp, known for his work on the first Jurassic Park, suggests that the franchise can return to its roots while breaking new narrative ground. This leaves the door open for new actors to join Jurassic World 4 and make their mark on the franchise, building on the strong work of the actors that came before them.
FAQ
Will Nick Robinson reprise his role as Zach Mitchell in Jurassic World 4?
While Nick Robinson expressed interest in returning as Zach Mitchell, it’s unlikely that legacy characters will feature in the upcoming film, as Jurassic World 4 is reported to be a reboot of the franchise.
Why are legacy characters not returning for Jurassic World 4?
Jurassic World 4 aims to explore new ideas and themes, distancing itself from the storylines and characters of previous Jurassic Park and Jurassic World movies. This reboot allows the franchise to chart new territory and avoid repeating familiar story beats.
What is the focus of Jurassic World 4?
Jurassic World 4 is expected to introduce new characters and narratives, revitalizing the Jurassic universe with fresh concepts. The film’s reboot status suggests a departure from previous installments, offering an exciting evolution of the franchise.
Who is involved in the development of Jurassic World 4?
Details about the plot, cast, and release date of Jurassic World 4 are yet to be revealed as the film enters pre-production. However, writer David Koepp, known for his work on the original Jurassic Park, suggests a return to the franchise’s roots while breaking new narrative ground.
When will Jurassic World 4 be released?
As of now, no specific release date has been announced for Jurassic World 4. Fans will need to stay tuned for updates regarding the film’s development and release schedule.