Jurassic World Experience Debuts at Universal Studios Hollywood

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A new Jurassic World experience has quietly opened at Universal Studios Hollywood, allowing guests to interact with characters like Dr. Ian Malcolm and discuss chaos theory. However, the iconic shirtless version of Jeff Goldblum's character has not yet made an appearance.

Why it matters

The Jurassic Park/World franchise is a major draw for Universal Studios, and this new experience is likely a preview of what's to come for the upcoming Fan Fest Nights event. Fans have been eagerly awaiting the return of the shirtless Dr. Malcolm, which has become an iconic moment from the films.

The details

The new 'Jurassic World: A Journey Through The Eras' is currently operating as a 'special event' at Universal Studios Hollywood, with no official announcement from the park. It features animated dinosaur characters as well as actors portraying Jurassic Park characters like Dr. Ian Malcolm, Dr. John Hammond, and Dennis Nedry. Guests can interact with these characters in-person.

• The new experience opened this week at Universal Studios Hollywood.
• It is expected to be part of the upcoming Fan Fest Nights event starting next month.

What’s next

The full Jurassic World: A Journey Through The Eras experience is expected to debut during the upcoming Fan Fest Nights event, which may include additional Jurassic World characters and potentially the long-awaited shirtless appearance of Dr. Ian Malcolm.