Jurassic World Dominion (2022), directed by Colin Trevorrow, is the sixth film in the Jurassic Park franchise and the final chapter of the Jurassic World trilogy. The film aims to unite characters from the original trilogy and the newer films in one climactic adventure. It picks up four years after the events of Fallen Kingdom, where dinosaurs have now spread across the globe, coexisting — and clashing — with humans in unpredictable ways.
Detailed Summary
Global Dinosaur Chaos
The world is in turmoil. Dinosaurs now live freely among humans, creating a new global ecosystem — one that is chaotic, unregulated, and extremely dangerous. While governments struggle to adapt, corporations like Biosyn Genetics step in, offering to manage the situation. Biosyn claims to have created a sanctuary in the Dolomite Mountains where dinosaurs can live in peace — but their motives are far from pure.
Owen, Claire, and Maisie’s Rural Hideout
Owen Grady and Claire Dearing, along with Maisie Lockwood (the cloned granddaughter of Benjamin Lockwood), live in seclusion to protect Maisie from organizations seeking to exploit her genetic makeup. Blue, the intelligent velociraptor from previous films, now lives nearby and has unexpectedly reproduced asexually, giving birth to a baby raptor named Beta.
When both Maisie and Beta are kidnapped by poachers working for Biosyn, Owen and Claire begin a globe-trotting rescue mission, spanning snowy forests, underground dinosaur black markets in Malta, and eventually Biosyn’s high-tech facility in Italy.
The Return of the Original Trio
Meanwhile, Dr. Ellie Sattler reconnects with Alan Grant and Ian Malcolm, now working for Biosyn. Ellie is investigating a mysterious plague of genetically engineered locusts — also created by Biosyn — that threatens to cause a global food crisis by wiping out crops not made by Biosyn-aligned companies. This thinly veiled monopoly attempt leads Ellie and Alan into the heart of Biosyn’s research facility, where they reunite with Ian and uncover the full extent of Biosyn’s unethical experiments.
All Paths Lead to Biosyn Valley
As Owen and Claire infiltrate the Biosyn facility to find Maisie and Beta, they cross paths with the legacy characters. Together, they navigate a lush dinosaur preserve teeming with danger — including apex predators like Giganotosaurus, T. rex, and Therizinosaurus.
Maisie learns about her origins through Dr. Henry Wu, who seeks redemption. Unlike previous clones, Maisie was born from Charlotte Lockwood, a scientist who cured a genetic disease before passing it on to her daughter (Maisie). Wu believes that studying Maisie — and Beta, who also reproduced asexually — could solve both the locust problem and revolutionize genetics.
The Confrontation and Climax
Biosyn’s CEO Lewis Dodgson (yes, the same character from the original Jurassic Park, now recast) attempts to cover up his crimes by destroying evidence and trapping everyone in the valley. He ultimately meets his demise via a not-so-subtle homage to Jurassic Park: he gets killed by Dilophosauruses in a jungle tunnel, mirroring Dennis Nedry’s death.
In an explosive climax, dinosaurs wreak havoc across the Biosyn facility, including a three-way battle between Giganotosaurus, T. rex, and Therizinosaurus. It ends with T. rex pushing Giganotosaurus into the claws of Therizinosaurus, resulting in a badass tag-team dino kill.
Wu uses Maisie’s and Beta’s DNA to engineer a virus that destroys the genetically modified locusts. The remaining characters escape via helicopter, and Biosyn’s operations are shut down.
Movie Ending
The film ends with dinosaurs officially recognized as part of Earth’s biosphere. They roam freely, coexisting (somewhat uneasily) with wildlife and humans. Maisie accepts her identity and chooses to live freely with Owen and Claire. Dr. Wu, now seemingly redeemed, releases his locust cure to save the planet.
Alan Grant and Ellie Sattler rekindle their romantic relationship and testify against Biosyn in a government hearing, closing the loop on their long-standing personal and professional connection.
The final montage shows T. rex moving among elephants, pterosaurs flying with birds, and a Mosasaurus swimming with whales — reinforcing the idea that dinosaurs have reclaimed their place in Earth’s evolutionary path.
Are There Post-Credits Scenes?
No. Jurassic World Dominion does not have a post-credits scene. Once the credits start rolling, the story is over. No Marvel-style stingers or setup for future films. It’s a definitive end to this saga.
Type of Movie
- Genre: Science Fiction, Action, Adventure, Thriller
- Tone: Epic and nostalgic, with high-stakes adventure and philosophical undertones about nature, science, and corporate greed.
Cast
- Chris Pratt as Owen Grady
- Bryce Dallas Howard as Claire Dearing
- Laura Dern as Dr. Ellie Sattler
- Sam Neill as Dr. Alan Grant
- Jeff Goldblum as Dr. Ian Malcolm
- Isabella Sermon as Maisie Lockwood
- BD Wong as Dr. Henry Wu
- Campbell Scott as Lewis Dodgson
Film Music and Composer
The score is composed by Michael Giacchino, who also worked on Jurassic World and Fallen Kingdom. He blends his own motifs with John Williams’ original Jurassic Park themes, giving the film both modern energy and nostalgic weight.
Filming Locations
- Malta (Valletta): Key scenes involving the dinosaur black market and chase sequences.
- United Kingdom (Pinewood Studios and the Scottish Highlands): For indoor sets and forest scenes.
- British Columbia, Canada: Snowy scenes featuring Owen and Claire in hiding.
- Dolomites, Italy: Filming location for the Biosyn Valley and mountainous sanctuary.
The diverse real-world locations were meant to reflect a global dinosaur pandemic and give the movie a broader scope than any previous entry in the franchise.
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Awards and Nominations
- Saturn Award Nominee – Best Science Fiction Film
- Visual Effects Society Nominee – Outstanding Effects Simulations
- While the film received mixed reviews, it was praised for its creature effects and ambitious scope.
Behind the Scenes Insights
- Colin Trevorrow returned as director after Fallen Kingdom was directed by J.A. Bayona.
- The original trio — Neill, Dern, and Goldblum — were heavily involved in developing their characters’ arcs to avoid cameos and make them feel like co-leads.
- Filming was one of the first major Hollywood productions to resume during the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to a tightly controlled set nicknamed the “Jurassic Bubble.”
- Animatronics were used alongside CGI to bring realism back into the franchise — especially for close-up dino scenes.
Inspirations and References
- Continues themes from Michael Crichton’s original novels, including the ethics of cloning and unchecked corporate power.
- Homages to the first Jurassic Park are frequent — from camera angles to familiar lines and musical cues.
- Lewis Dodgson’s fate mirrors Nedry’s, tying into the franchise’s full-circle storytelling.
Alternate Endings and Deleted Scenes
- Some deleted scenes focused on the consequences of dino-human interaction in cities, including a dinosaur causing chaos on a freeway.
- An extended intro (cut from the theatrical release) was released separately as a prologue, showing a 65-million-year-old dino battle and the mosquito biting the T. rex — the origin of Jurassic Park’s entire concept.
Book Adaptations and Differences
While not a direct adaptation of Crichton’s novels, Dominion echoes their core themes. The genetically engineered locust subplot was completely original and not featured in the books, though similar ethical dilemmas were.
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Memorable Scenes and Quotes
Key Scenes
- Owen on horseback wrangling dinosaurs through snowy forests.
- The Malta rooftop chase with a pack of Atrociraptors.
- The climactic triple-dino fight at Biosyn Valley.
- Ellie and Alan reuniting for the first time in decades.
- Ian Malcolm distracting a dinosaur with a lit torch — a nod to Jurassic Park.
Iconic Quotes
- Ian Malcolm: “We not only lack dominion over nature… we’re subordinate to it.”
- Claire Dearing: “They always find a way.”
- Owen Grady: “Easy, girl. You know me.” (to Blue)
- Ellie Sattler: “We’re racing toward the extinction of our species. We not only lack dominion over nature, we’re subordinate to it.”
Easter Eggs and Hidden Details
- Ian Malcolm references the chaos theory he explained in Jurassic Park.
- Dodgson’s lunchbox is the same Barbasol can used by Dennis Nedry in 1993 — finally retrieved after all these years.
- Multiple musical cues directly quote John Williams’ original score.
- The jungle jeep Malcolm rides in is marked “04” — the same number as in the original park’s vehicle.
Trivia
- The film features 30 species of dinosaurs, more than any other film in the series.
- It was shot under a strict COVID-19 protocol, leading to an estimated $5 million in health and safety costs.
- Jeff Goldblum improvised many of his lines — as per tradition.
- Director Colin Trevorrow considers Dominion a “science thriller” more than a horror film like the original.
Why Watch?
If you’re a fan of Jurassic Park nostalgia, dinosaurs rampaging across the globe, and the intersection of science and ethics, Dominion delivers. It’s the first time all major legacy and new characters share screen time, and it attempts to wrap up over 30 years of dinosaur-fueled chaos in one cinematic finale.
Director’s Other Movies
- Jurassic World (2015)
- The Book of Henry (2017)
- Safety Not Guaranteed (2012)
Recommended Films for Fans
- Jurassic Park (1993)
- Jurassic World (2015)
- Kong: Skull Island (2017)
- Godzilla vs. Kong (2021)
- The Lost World: Jurassic Park (1997)
- Annihilation (2018)
- Rampage (2018)