Scarlett Johansson, star of the upcoming blockbuster, entertained audiences by sharing her top choices for celebrity survival in the event of a dinosaur disaster, spotlighting her personal favorites during an appearance on The Tonight Show. Discussing her
“Scarlett Johansson Jurassic World survival picks,”
she humorously weighed in on which well-known figures would stand a chance against a prehistoric threat and who might not fare as well.
Scarlett Johansson’s Top Survivor: Colin Jost
During a spirited game with Jimmy Fallon, Johansson had to decide between Saturday Night Live Weekend Update hosts Colin Jost and Michael Che. Displaying her trademark wit, she favored Jost—her husband—noting his Staten Island roots as a mark of toughness.
“I’m only going to say Colin because he’s from Staten Island. He’s a tough guy,”
—Scarlett Johansson, Jurassic World Rebirth star
Fallon echoed the sentiment, humorously validating her pick with,
“Colin, you are a tough guy. Good answers.”
—Jimmy Fallon, The Tonight Show Host
Chris Hemsworth vs. Chris Evans: The Survival Showdown
When asked to choose between Chris Hemsworth and Chris Evans, Johansson based her decision on their backgrounds. She gave the edge to Hemsworth, considering the challenges faced in his native Australia. Describing the country’s dangerous wildlife, she explained:
“In Australia, they have a lot of scary venomous snakes,”
—Scarlett Johansson, Jurassic World Rebirth star
Other Matchups: Military Experience and Culinary Skills
Johansson’s next pairing pitted Adam Driver against Bill Murray. Her reasoning leaned on Driver’s past in the military, specifically his time as a Marine, rather than age, tipping the balance in his favor as someone who could handle chaos. When considering Brie Larson and Florence Pugh, her decision proved tough, but Johansson eventually picked Larson, citing her physical training.
“I’ve watched Brie push a tire up a hill as part of her training. I’ve watched Florence make a great bruschetta, so …”
—Scarlett Johansson, Jurassic World Rebirth star
Directors in the Dinosaur World
The ultimate challenge arose when Johansson was tasked with picking between directors Sofia Coppola and Wes Anderson. She found this matchup the hardest, expressing doubts about either director thriving in a world ruled by dinosaurs.
“Oh no, these people are not meant for dinoland,”
—Scarlett Johansson, Jurassic World Rebirth star
“I would say Sofia because maybe she’s had some interactions with big, honcho type of people. She comes from that type of family. Wes, absolutely not. No way. He is eaten for sure.”
—Scarlett Johansson, Jurassic World Rebirth star
What Scarlett’s Picks Reveal About Survival Instincts
Scarlett Johansson’s lighthearted selection process highlighted a mix of personal loyalty, respect for survival skills, and an understanding of what tough environments require. Her focus on experience, physicality, and even family backgrounds added humor and depth to the game. With Jurassic World Rebirth releasing on July 2, the playful discussion with Jimmy Fallon added to the anticipation for her turn in the spotlight, emphasizing elements of resilience and adaptability that often define great survival stories—both on screen and off.
