13 Dumb Decisions In Jurassic Park Movies We Can't Forgive

Jurassic Park alumni and internet thirst-trap Jeff Goldblum stirred hype for the fifth dinosaur outing when not only was he cast to return to the franchise, but even appeared in trailers.

Unfortunately, what the trailers showed was almost the same amount of screen-time Ian Malcolm actually appeared in the film.

Dropping in for two short segments; not only does Ian Malcolm not appear in any other scenes (or even referenced) in the film, but his presence could be cut from the film and make absolutely no change to the plot.

You decide what's more insulting; the shameless tease of bringing back one of the original characters, or the fact that it was squandered on meaningless exposition?

Had the promotional materials kept Ian Malcolm out, his cameo appearance would have been a delightful wink to audiences old enough to remember Malcolm's turquoise jewelry and glistening chest.

The decision to include Malcolm in the film was obviously a nice "why not?" from Jeff, but his presence was wasted nonetheless.

Malcolm is set to make a proper return (along with Alan and Ellie) in the sixth film, and here's hoping it's more than a quick wave in all his salt & pepper glory.