July 06, 2025: Hollywood is bracing for a blockbuster July 2025 as three of the biggest studios—Universal, DC, and Marvel—release major tentpole films within weeks of each other, setting up a fierce box office showdown. Fans can expect an epic clash of superheroes and dinosaurs as Jurassic World: Rebirth, Superman, and The Fantastic Four: First Steps compete for audience attention and ticket sales.
The Contenders:
The first to roar into theaters was Universal’s Jurassic World: Rebirth, which hit screens on July 2. Directed by Gareth Edwards, the seventh entry in the Jurassic Park franchise cost $180 million to produce and features a star-studded cast including Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, and Jonathan Bailey. It kicked off with a strong start, earning $82 million domestically over the extended Independence Day weekend, with industry estimates pointing to a $140-million domestic debut and a massive $312-million worldwide opening.
Next up is DC Studios’ Superman, which lands on July 11 and officially launches James Gunn’s new DC Universe. The $225-million reboot stars David Corenswet as the new Man of Steel, alongside Nicholas Hoult and Rachel Brosnahan. Projections for Superman’s domestic opening range from $125 million to as high as $172 million, with a potential worldwide opening gross between $280 million and $320 million, setting the stage for a heated box office race.
Finally, Marvel Studios will unleash The Fantastic Four: First Steps on July 25, marking the superhero family’s first appearance in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Led by Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, and Joseph Quinn, the $200-million blockbuster is tracking for a domestic opening between $125 million and $155 million, with a global debut expected to exceed $250 million.
Who Will Win?
While Jurassic World: Rebirth benefits from a holiday boost with its five-day opening weekend, trade analysts suggest it could struggle to maintain momentum once Superman and The Fantastic Four enter the fray. Industry insiders believe that Marvel’s Fantastic Four could dominate the US market thanks to the MCU’s established fan base, while Superman has a strong chance of winning globally due to widespread anticipation for DC’s rebooted universe.
No matter who comes out on top, July 2025 promises one of the most exciting months for moviegoers in years, with studios betting big on nostalgia, superheroes, and cinematic spectacle.