Jurassic World Rebirth is packed with clever nods to the original Jurassic Park, making it a treat for long-time fans. From iconic scenes recreated to subtle homages, here are 11 Easter eggs and references you may not have noticed.
The Return of the “Objects in Mirror” Warning
One of the most famous shots in Jurassic Park shows the T-Rex chasing the Jeep, visible in the side mirror with the words “Objects in mirror are closer than they appear.” Jurassic World Rebirth recreates this moment when Martin Krebs (Rupert Friend) is introduced in a car, with the same warning visible in his mirror.
The “When Dinosaurs Ruled the Earth” Banner
The original Jurassic Park ends with a T-Rex roaring as a banner reading “When Dinosaurs Ruled the Earth” falls. In Rebirth, the same banner appears when Dr. Henry Loomis (Jonathan Bailey) is introduced in a museum. This time, the banner symbolizes how dinosaurs are no longer a novelty but a normal part of the world.
A Nod to Michael Crichton
The late Michael Crichton, who wrote the Jurassic Park novel, gets a subtle tribute. A school bus with “Crichton Middle School” written on it passes by during a traffic scene. This small detail honors the man who started the franchise.
Dr. Henry Loomis as the New Alan Grant
Dr. Henry Loomis is clearly inspired by Alan Grant (Sam Neill) from the original film. Like Grant, Loomis is a paleontologist who admires dinosaurs but soon faces their dangers. The movie even reveals that Loomis studied under Grant, linking the two characters directly.
The Flare Distraction Trick
In Jurassic Park, Ian Malcolm (Jeff Goldblum) distracts the T-Rex with a flare. Rebirth repeats this idea when Duncan Kincaid (Mahershala Ali) uses a flare to lure the Distortus Rex away from the group. It’s a direct callback to Malcolm’s risky move.
The Raft Chase Scene from the Unfilmed Script
A scene in Rebirth where the Delgado family is chased by a T-Rex while on a raft was originally written for Jurassic Park but never filmed. Screenwriter David Koepp finally got to include it in this movie, making it a long-awaited moment for fans.
The Gas Station Kitchen Homage
One of the scariest scenes in Jurassic Park is when the Velociraptors hunt the kids in the kitchen. Rebirth recreates this tension when the Mutadons (a hybrid of raptors and pterosaurs) chase characters through an abandoned gas station convenience store. The scene mirrors the original’s suspense and clever dinosaur behavior.
The Nap Time Moment
In Jurassic Park, Alan Grant rests with Lex and Tim leaning on him. Rebirth has a similar moment when Reuben Delgado’s kids rest against their father. It’s a quiet, emotional callback to the original film’s brief peaceful moments.
The Alan Grant Trowel
A small but meaningful detail: Dr. Loomis uses Alan Grant’s trowel during the film. This connects the two characters even more and serves as a subtle nod to Grant’s legacy.
The Distortus Rex Attack Mirroring the Original Raptor Scene
The opening of Jurassic Park shows a worker killed by a Velociraptor during a transfer. Rebirth starts with a similar scene, where a Distortus Rex escapes due to a simple mistake (a candy wrapper causing a gate malfunction). Both scenes set the tone for the dangers ahead.
The “Kids in Peril” Trope
Just like Lex and Tim in Jurassic Park, Rebirth puts children in danger. Teresa and Isabella Delgado face multiple dinosaur threats, continuing the franchise’s tradition of high-stakes survival scenarios involving young characters.
Credits: Sources include Time, Syfy, SuperheroHype, and Mashable.
