If you loved the thrilling chaos of 'Jurassic City' (2015), a gripping sci-fi action film where dinosaurs wreak havoc in an urban setting, you're in for a treat. This article explores 10 similar movies and shows that deliver the same adrenaline-pumping mix of prehistoric terror and modern-day survival. Whether you're a fan of dino mayhem or urban disaster scenarios, these picks will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Jurassic Park (1993)
Description: A groundbreaking film that combines science fiction with thrilling action, featuring genetically engineered dinosaurs that escape containment, leading to chaos and survival scenarios.
Fact: The animatronic T. rex used in the film weighed about 13,000 pounds. The film was the first to use CGI to create realistic, living creatures.


Anaconda (1997)
Description: Follows a documentary crew hunted by a giant, deadly snake in the Amazon, combining elements of adventure and horror with a focus on surviving against a monstrous creature.
Fact: The anaconda in the film was a mix of animatronics and CGI. The movie was inspired by real-life stories of giant snakes in the Amazon.


Lake Placid (1999)
Description: A horror-comedy about a giant crocodile terrorizing a lake, blending suspense and humor with the theme of humans confronting a massive, ancient predator.
Fact: The crocodile was created using both animatronics and CGI. The film's script was written in just three weeks.


Deep Blue Sea (1999)
Description: A thriller set in an underwater research facility where genetically enhanced sharks turn on their creators, highlighting themes of scientific hubris and survival against enhanced predators.
Fact: The film's sharks were a combination of animatronics and CGI. One of the most memorable scenes involves a character being eaten mid-speech.


Jurassic World (2015)
Description: Continues the legacy of blending science fiction with high-stakes adventure, showcasing a fully operational dinosaur theme park where genetic experimentation leads to catastrophic consequences.
Fact: The Indominus Rex was designed to be a hybrid dinosaur, combining traits from several species. The film broke box office records for highest worldwide opening weekend.


Godzilla (2014)
Description: Centers around a massive prehistoric creature awakened by human activities, leading to destruction and a fight for survival, mirroring themes of nature's retaliation against human interference.
Fact: This version of Godzilla is the tallest in the franchise, standing at 355 feet. The film's sound design included animal noises to create Godzilla's roar.


Pacific Rim (2013)
Description: Delivers a mix of science fiction and action with giant robots battling enormous monsters, emphasizing themes of human ingenuity versus colossal threats.
Fact: The design of the Jaegers was inspired by various mechanical and animal forms. The film's production involved extensive use of motion capture technology.


Rampage (2018)
Description: Features giant mutated animals wreaking havoc in urban environments, driven by scientific experimentation gone wrong, similar to the themes of genetic manipulation and monstrous creatures.
Fact: The film is loosely based on the 1980s arcade game of the same name. The CGI for the creatures was designed to make them look as realistic as possible.


Kong: Skull Island (2017)
Description: Explores an uncharted island filled with gigantic creatures, where a team of explorers must survive against the monstrous inhabitants, echoing themes of adventure and danger in a prehistoric setting.
Fact: Kong in this film is 104 feet tall, the largest version of the character to date. The movie was shot in multiple locations, including Vietnam and Hawaii.


The Meg (2018)
Description: Revolves around a team of scientists encountering a massive prehistoric shark, blending elements of horror and adventure with a focus on surviving against a primeval predator.
Fact: The Megalodon in the film is depicted as 75 feet long. The movie is based on the 1997 novel 'Meg: A Novel of Deep Terror.'
