Universal Fan Fest Nights to Debut Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon the Miracle

Universal Studios Hollywood will introduce an original anime short film experience as part of this year’s Universal Fan Fest Nights. The park has announced the debut of Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon the Miracle: Moon Palace Chapter Deluxe, a Japanese CG animated production presented exclusively during the after-hours event.

The short film will screen inside the DreamWorks Theatre on select event nights between April 23 and May 16, 2026. The presentation will feature Japanese dialogue with English subtitles.

In the story, Super Sailor Moon faces a mysterious adversary attempting to obtain the Legendary Silver Crystal during a gathering at Moon Palace. With the support of the audience, Sailor Moon must overcome the threat and restore balance to the kingdom.

The animated short originally debuted as part of the Cool Japan programming at Universal Studios Japan. Its appearance at Universal Fan Fest Nights highlights the continued influence of manga and anime within the event’s programming.

Universal Fan Fest Nights is a separately ticketed after-hours experience designed to celebrate pop culture fandom through immersive attractions, themed entertainment, cosplay opportunities, character interactions, and specialty food and merchandise.

The event will run for a limited 12 nights at Universal Studios Hollywood: April 23–25, May 1–3, May 7–9, and May 14–16.

Universal Fan Fest Nights will also feature the following in-world experiences:

• Scooby-Doo Meets the Universal Monsters: Mystery on the Backlot – Guests step into an interactive mystery with Scooby-Doo and the Mystery Inc. gang. After arriving via the Studio Tour tram, visitors explore sections of Universal’s historic backlot while attempting to solve a case involving classic Universal Monsters including Frankenstein, Dracula, the Bride of Frankenstein, and the Wolf Man. The adventure travels through iconic filming locations such as Little Europe and the Court of Miracles.

• ONE PIECE: Grand Pirate Show – A live stage production at the WaterWorld venue featuring fan-favorite characters from the ONE PIECE franchise. The show combines action, comedy, and theatrical spectacle inspired by the popular Universal Studios Japan presentation.

• The Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Forbidden Forest: A Search for the Hippogriff – A walk-through adventure that sends guests into the Forbidden Forest to locate a missing Hippogriff. Guided by a Hogwarts professor, visitors encounter magical creatures and overcome challenges requiring courage and teamwork.

• SUPER NINTENDO WORLD — Colorful Yoshi Celebration – A themed experience inviting guests to explore the Mushroom Kingdom while discovering a variety of colorful Yoshis appearing throughout the land.

• DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: Secrets of Waterdeep – Returning by popular demand, this immersive experience invites guests to join the Harpers, a heroic spy network, to stop the notorious beholder Xanathar and protect the legendary city of Waterdeep.

Grab your tickets to FAN FEST NIGHTS at Universal Studios Hollywood HERE.