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Jurassic Thunder (2019): Cast & Ratings

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Jurassic Thunder is a 2019 sci-fi horror film directed by Milko Davis and Thomas Martwick, starring Ben Johnson, Heath C. Heine and Michael Love Toliver. It runs 1 hour 24 minutes. Its Echo Score is 28/100.

Jurassic Thunder (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 24m (84 min)
Genres
Sci-Fi , Action , Horror
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Jurassic Thunder About?

The premise of Jurassic Thunder without spoilers.

In a desperate turn of events during a potential World War III, a secret desert facility enlists a team of specialized commandos and weaponized dinosaurs to handle a dangerous mission. This unconventional force is deployed as a last resort to confront a powerful enemy, combining human skill with prehistoric might to achieve a critical objective.

Cast & crew

Jurassic Thunder Cast & Characters

Ben Johnson leads the cast, with Heath C. Heine as President / Reporter / Hogan and Michael Love Toliver as Rebel Guard 2. Directed by Milko Davis and Thomas Martwick; 21 actors are credited in all.

Ratings

Jurassic Thunder Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 28/100, strongest in rewatch factor (40) and weakest in sensory experience (20).

28 /100

Jurassic Thunder Echo Score Breakdown

Jurassic Thunder presents a low‑budget experiment that leans heavily on deliberate camp but falls short of coherent entertainment. Critics note its haphazard direction, shoddy visual effects, and a storyline that drifts without purpose, while a handful of viewers appreciate its audacious absurdity. The majority of commentary highlights poor acting, ineffective satire, and a lack of engaging sensory elements. Consequently, the film offers limited appeal beyond a niche audience that enjoys intentionally bad cinema.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 25

    Regarding art and craft, the film suffers from rudimentary direction and conspicuously low‑budget cinematography. Reviewers repeatedly cite jarring green‑screen compositing, inconsistent camera angles, and editing that resembles basic consumer software. While a few acknowledge the creators’ daring use of limited resources, the prevailing assessment is that visual and technical execution detract significantly from any intended artistic merit.

  • Character & Emotion 30

    Character and emotional depth are minimal, with performances described as flat and largely devoid of nuance. Actors frequently break immersion by looking directly into the camera or delivering stilted delivery, and the satirical portrayal of public figures is judged as ineffective. Although some viewers find charm in the exaggerated badness, the consensus points to a lack of credible acting and weak emotional resonance.

  • Story & Flow 25

    The narrative structure offers little coherence, with reviewers labeling the plot as poorly thought out and disjointed. Pacing is uneven, and attempts at satire or action often feel unanchored, leading to a sense of aimlessness. While a small segment of the audience enjoys the chaotic mash‑up for its novelty, the overall story fails to engage or progress meaningfully.

  • Sensory Experience 20

    Sensory elements, including sound design and visual style, are consistently criticized for their low quality. The CGI is described as atrocious, with green‑screen artifacts and pixelated textures dominating the visual field. Audio cues receive little mention, implying a lack of memorable soundtrack or effective sound mixing. In sum, the sensory experience offers little to sustain viewer interest.

  • Rewatch Factor 40

    Replay value is limited, as most viewers report little desire to return after the initial viewing. A minority of audience members cite the film's audacious absurdity and cheesy charm as reasons for occasional rewatch, but the pervasive negative sentiment regarding plot, acting, and production quality dampens broader rewatch appeal.

Videos

Jurassic Thunder Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Jurassic Thunder.

Trailer
Cars

Cars in Jurassic Thunder

5 cars on screen, including the AM General HMMWV M1114 and the 1994 AM General M-35 A3.

All 5 cars
  • AM General HMMWV M1114 in Jurassic Thunder AM General HMMWV M1114 Minor role
  • 1994 AM General M-35 A3 in Jurassic Thunder 1994 AM General M-35 A3 Minor role
  • Kalmar RT 240 in Jurassic Thunder Kalmar RT 240 Minor role
  • MIAG Jagdpanther in Jurassic Thunder MIAG Jagdpanther Minor role
Details

Jurassic Thunder Also Known As

6 alternative titles, including “Гром юрского периода” and “Джурасик трясък”.

Also known as
  • Гром юрского периода
  • Джурасик трясък
  • 쥬라기 썬더
  • Грім юрського періоду
  • 弱爆猪罗纪
  • 雷霆侏羅紀

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FAQ

Jurassic Thunder FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Jurassic Thunder, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Jurassic Thunder?

Jurassic Thunder runs 1 hour 24 minutes (84 minutes).

When was Jurassic Thunder released?

Jurassic Thunder was released on August 24, 2019.

Who directed Jurassic Thunder?

Jurassic Thunder was directed by Milko Davis and Thomas Martwick.

More films by Milko Davis

Who is in the cast of Jurassic Thunder?

Jurassic Thunder stars Ben Johnson, Heath C. Heine as President / Reporter / Hogan and Michael Love Toliver as Rebel Guard 2, among 21 credited actors.

Does Jurassic Thunder have a post-credit scene?

No. Jurassic Thunder has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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