Colin Trevorrow, born on September 13, 1976, is a prominent American film director, producer, and screenwriter known for his impactful contributions to the film industry. He first garnered attention with his feature directorial debut, the science fiction comedy Safety Not Guaranteed, released in 2012. The film was met with both critical acclaim and commercial success, setting the stage for Trevorrow's future endeavors.
His rise to mainstream recognition came with the Jurassic World franchise, which he co-wrote and directed starting with the first installment in 2015. This film achieved remarkable success, grossing more than one point six billion dollars at the global box office. Following this triumph, Trevorrow continued his involvement in the franchise by co-writing the sequel, Fallen Kingdom, in 2018, and later co-writing and directing the third installment, Dominion, released in 2022.
In addition to his work in the Jurassic World series, Trevorrow was initially set to co-write and direct Star Wars: Duel of the Fates. However, he departed from the project in 2017, although he retained story credit when the film was re-envisioned as The Rise of Skywalker. His creative vision and storytelling prowess have left a lasting impact on these iconic franchises.
In 2019, Trevorrow took a significant step in his career by founding Metronome Film Co., a film and television production company based in both London and Los Angeles. This venture reflects his commitment to producing innovative and engaging content in the entertainment industry.