Overview

• New reporting highlights permits tied to demolition in the Lost Continent at Islands of Adventure, indicating redevelopment is likely approaching.
• Universal has not confirmed a replacement or timeline, and current scenarios remain unannounced and unfinalized.
• Speculative frontrunners across coverage include The Legend of Zelda, The Lord of the Rings/Middle-earth, and an expanded Seuss/Whoville area.
• The shift aligns with Universal’s momentum from Epic Universe, which set a new benchmark for immersive, franchise-driven lands and sharpened comparisons with older areas.
• The Lost Continent has dwindled following closures such as Poseidon’s Fury in 2023 and the earlier Sindbad show, leaving mostly shops and dining in place.