Back to the Jurassic (2015) is a direct-to-video animated adventure film directed by David Ichioka. The film follows the journey of a group of modern-day children who find themselves transported back in time to the age of dinosaurs. With a mix of comedy, adventure, and prehistoric action, the film aims to entertain younger audiences by combining the thrill of time travel with the excitement of encountering these ancient creatures. While Back to the Jurassic delivers a fun premise, it struggles with some pacing issues, simple animation, and a lack of depth in both character development and storytelling.

The story centers around a group of children who, through a mysterious twist of fate, travel back to the Mesozoic Era, a time when dinosaurs roamed the Earth. Once there, they must work together to survive and find a way back to the present day. The children quickly learn to navigate a world full of dangerous predators, including T. rex, Triceratops, and other iconic dinosaurs, while also discovering the importance of teamwork and bravery.

The animation in Back to the Jurassic is bright and colorful, appealing to younger viewers. The characters, including the dinosaurs, are designed in a stylized, cartoonish manner, which makes them less intimidating and more approachable for kids. While the animation is serviceable for a direct-to-video release, it is not particularly sophisticated or groundbreaking, with some of the scenes feeling stiff and lacking fluidity. The dinosaurs themselves, though often exaggerated for comedic effect, are fun to look at and provide a sense of wonder for young audiences.