Trevorrow: The Challenge of Remaking The Navigator
Learn about the hurdles Colin Trevorrow faced reimagining “Flight of the Navigator,” the beloved 1980s sci-fi adventure. Dive into Trevorrow’s reflections on the challenges of the remake, and his collaboration with Bryce Dallas Howard on the project, offering a unique perspective on the creative process. Beyond the potential “Flight of the Navigator” reboot, discover Trevorrow’s ambitious plans for an Area 51 conspiracy thriller, promising a grounded, reality-based take on the subject. The report delves into the director’s motivations, his co-writing and producing of “Deep Cover,” and the influences shaping his upcoming film. News Directory 3 provides insights into the changing landscape of science fiction cinema with this exclusive insight. What fresh perspectives will Trevorrow bring to UFO narratives? Discover what’s next.
Colin Trevorrow Reflects on ‘Flight of the Navigator’ Remake, plans UFO Thriller
Updated June 15, 2025
Colin Trevorrow, known for his work on the “Jurassic World” franchise, including directing two films and executive producing the series and animated shows, is venturing into new territory. While he won’t be involved in next month’s “Jurassic World Rebirth,” Trevorrow has been busy with other projects, such as co-writing and producing the Amazon original movie “Deep Cover,” starring Bryce Dallas howard, Orlando bloom, and others.
Trevorrow also addressed the stalled remake of “Flight of the Navigator,” a project he was initially attached to direct in 2012. Although he is no longer directly involved,with Bryce Dallas Howard later tapped to direct a reimagining in 2021,Trevorrow said he and Howard often discussed the challenges of the remake while working on “Deep Cover.”
The original “Flight of the Navigator” centered on a 12-year-old boy abducted by aliens in 1978, only to reappear eight years later, unchanged and without his memories. NASA scientists then try to exploit his connection to a downed spacecraft. The boy ultimately escapes with the ship to reunite with his family.
“All the time.I saw every draft that she’s been working on as she’s been looking to crack it. If you were born at a certain moment, it’s one of those ones that you have a interest with. As a kid, the idea that all of your friends and family have aged while you’re still a kid, it’s just the absolute worst nightmare. So, yes, we’ve definitely connected on it… It’s pretty rare for directors to have other directors that they can communicate with and maybe even complain to sometimes, so she’s been splendid in that way.”
Looking ahead, Trevorrow is developing an Area 51 conspiracy thriller set in the 1980s. He described it as a “much more grounded and reality-based” take on UFOs, aiming for a newspaper-style approach akin to films like “Spotlight” and “All the President’s Men.” The film will focus on a journalist uncovering facts to reveal the truth.
What’s next
Trevorrow’s Area 51 thriller promises a realistic exploration of UFO phenomena, contrasting with typical portrayals. Fans can anticipate a fact-driven narrative in the style of investigative journalism.