Joel McHale Addresses Rumors About Jurassic World Rebirth Role
Joel McHale recently put to rest the rumors surrounding his alleged involvement in the upcoming film, Jurassic World Rebirth. Despite speculation that he would join the star-studded cast, McHale confirmed he has no part in the movie.
Star-Studded Cast of Jurassic World Rebirth
Jurassic World Rebirth boasts a lineup of talented actors, including Scarlett Johansson, who plays covert operations expert Zora Bennett, Mahershala Ali as team leader Duncan Kincaid, and Jonathan Bailey portraying paleontologist Dr. Henry Loomis. Amidst these notable casting announcements, a rumor emerged suggesting McHale, known for his recent role as David on The Bear, would appear in an undisclosed role.
McHale’s Response to Casting Rumors
In an interview with Collider, McHale clarified his non-involvement with the film. He humorously recounted how his 16-year-old son teased him about the Reddit-sparked rumor, reiterating that he has not been approached for a role. McHale stated, “If you know something, that would be great. Because I don’t know anything. I know nothing! I don’t know; no one’s asked me. My 16-year-old was making fun of me. He was like, ‘Hey Dad, I heard you’re gonna be in Jurassic World. Boy, how wrong are they, huh?’ And I was like, ‘Okay, kid…’ No, I have not heard — no, I don’t know where that started.”
The Impact of McHale’s Absence on the Movie
All Key Cast Members Likely Announced
In the same interview, McHale jokingly mentioned being cast as a pterodactyl, complete with a costume laden with macaroni, a nod to his role as Chief Mac-A-Roni Officer for Rice-a-Roni. This lighthearted approach further emphasized that he is not secretly involved in the movie. The rumor, originating from online speculation, is conclusively debunked.
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Despite McHale’s absence, the existing cast is filled with noteworthy actors known for their strong performances. Along with Johansson, Ali, and Bailey, the film features Rupert Friend as a pharmaceutical representative, Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, Luna Blaise, David Iacono, and Audrina Miranda as members of the Delgado family. Philippine Velge, Bechir Sylvain, and Ed Skrein are also confirmed, though their roles remain undisclosed. While McHale could have added to the ensemble, the film remains robust without him.
Our Take on McHale’s Non-Involvement
A Predictable Outcome Given the Lack of Evidence
While some might find it disappointing that McHale won’t grace Jurassic World Rebirth, the news isn’t entirely unexpected, considering the baseless nature of the rumor. The film will center around a team of operatives tracking massive dinosaurs while aiding a family in distress. The absence of McHale allows the spotlight to remain on the confirmed cast, which is likely to enhance the narrative of the dinosaur adventure.
Source: Collider
Jurassic World Rebirth
- Action
- Adventure
- Sci-Fi
- Thriller
Five years after Jurassic World Dominion, Earth's ecology confines dinosaurs to equatorial zones. Zora Bennett, a covert ops expert, leads a team to secure genetic material from massive dinosaurs for a life-saving drug. However, stranded on their mission, they discover a devastating secret hidden for decades.
