Last month, I wrote a Word on the Street story about Sailor Moon’s debut at Fan Fest Nights from Universal Studios Hollywood. In that article, I wondered if she would, someday, come to Universal Orlando Resort. While there hasn’t been any official word on Sailor Moon’s Floridian arrival, there has been a reunion with two beloved cinematic IPs (intellectual property). Andrew Boardwine, from InsideTheMagic, announces the return of Jaws and Ghostbusters as part of the Summer at Universal Orlando event. Both IPs are incorporated into the Universal Mega Movie Parade. Plus, Jaws is woven into a musical presentation called CineSational: A Symphonic Spectacular. The Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando will host their “Ghostbusters-themed sand sculpture”, while the Universal Studios Florida park offers Jaws “themed photo opportunities, specialty food and beverage items, and exclusive merchandise”. According to Andrew, Summer at Universal Orlando runs between May 23rd to August 10th.
Two years ago, I wrote an editorial proposing the idea of Universal Orlando Resort hosting an event called Murder, She Wrote Weekend. This idea came from learning more about Universal Studios Florida’s attraction, Murder, She Wrote Mystery Theatre, which debuted when the park opened in 1990. Ghostbusters Spooktacular and Amity Island (as well as a Jaws themed boat tour) also opened in 1990 alongside the park’s debut. Since then, all three attractions have become defunct. Both Jaws and Ghostbusters returning to Universal Orlando Resort shows long-time fans and newer guests the respect toward the resort’s history. This decision also provides a nice blend between classic and more recent attractions, especially considering, as of mid-to-late May, 2026, the only attraction from Universal Studios Florida’s debut still in operation is E.T. Adventure. For me, welcoming Ghostbusters and Jaws back to the park gives me hope Universal Orlando Resort’s older and/or underrated IPs could receive a new life through an attraction, entertainment, or merchandise. Who knows? Maybe Murder, She Wrote Weekend could become a reality after all.
What are your thoughts on this piece of movie news? Are you looking forward to seeing Jaws and Ghostbusters back in Universal Orlando Resort? Tell me in the comment section!
Have fun at the movies!
Sally Silverscreen
References:
https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/things-to-do/shows/universal-mega-movie-parade
https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/things-to-do/shows/cinesational-symphonic-spectacular
‘A Deep Dive into Classic Universal Studios Florida’ from the Youtube channel, Poseidon Entertainment
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