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What Other IPs Could Be Coming to Universal’s Fan Fest 2026? (Ep. 71)


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Jim Hill and Eric Hersey dig into a leaked Universal survey that hints at the future of Fan Fest in Hollywood. From Scooby-Doo teaming up with Universal Monsters to the possibility of Pokemon Go and Sailor Moon activations, the lineup could be one of the most surprising yet. And in the second half, the guys rewind to explore the retro roots and hidden details of Cabana Bay, Universal Orlando’s massive value resort.

  • Marvel Zombies and Fangoria’s bold Halloween crossover at Hollywood Forever Cemetery

  • Survey leaks teasing Scooby-Doo, Pokemon Go, One Piece, and more for Fan Fest 2026

  • How Sailor Moon could bring anime fandom to the DreamWorks Theater

  • The Simpsons movie sequel and its impact on Universal’s theme park rights

  • Cabana Bay’s history, retro theming, and how it reshaped Universal’s hotel strategy

    Universal’s future IP plans meet its nostalgic past in a packed episode that covers both zombies and neon retro vibes.

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    • Follow Jim on X and Instagram @JimHillMedia

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