Chris Pratt is having a moment on streaming. After the long-awaited return of The Terminal List on Prime Video, another one of his biggest hits is making its way to a new platform. Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, the 2017 dinosaur blockbuster that grossed over $1.3 billion worldwide, will officially land on HBO Max on November 1. The addition gives subscribers a chance to revisit one of the most expensive and commercially successful films of Pratt's career.
The movie, directed by J.A. Bayona, serves as the sequel to 2015's Jurassic World and the fifth installment in the Jurassic Park franchise. It follows Claire Dearing (Bryce Dallas Howard) and Owen Grady (Pratt) as they attempt to rescue dinosaurs from an impending volcanic eruption on Isla Nublar. Their mission pits them against those who want to let the creatures die and others who seek to profit from them on the black market. The film also stars Jeff Goldblum and Rafe Spall.
While Fallen Kingdom was a box office juggernaut, it received mixed reviews from critics. It currently holds a 47% score on Rotten Tomatoes, with the consensus noting that while it delivers set-piece-packed thrills, genuinely exciting moments are increasingly scarce. Still, for fans of the franchise, it's a must-watch, especially as the series continues to evolve.
The film's arrival on HBO Max comes at a time of transition for the Jurassic franchise. After the 2022's Jurassic World Dominion (which Pratt also starred in), the series was rebooted in 2023 with Jurassic World: Chaos Theory, an animated series that didn't feature Pratt. Now, Bayona has been tapped to direct the upcoming eighth live-action film, which will follow the reboot. This news adds an extra layer of interest to Fallen Kingdom's streaming debut, as fans can revisit Bayona's vision before his next project.
For those who haven't seen it, Fallen Kingdom is a visual spectacle with plenty of action and dinosaur mayhem. It's also a key chapter in the franchise's mythology, setting up the events that lead to the world we see in Dominion. If you're in the mood for a thrilling adventure, this is a solid pick.
HBO Max has been beefing up its library with major titles, and this addition is no exception. If you're a fan of David Lynch's 1984 Dune, which also arrives this November, you'll have plenty of sci-fi to enjoy. And for those who love high-octane action, check out our list of the most thrilling action movies ever made.
So mark your calendars for November 1. Whether you're a longtime fan or a newcomer, Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom is ready to stream. And with the franchise's future in the works, there's never been a better time to catch up.
