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Peacock Takes Fans on an “Epic Ride” Through Universal Theme Parks in New Docuseries
Get ready to grab your popcorn and hold onto your lanyards—because Peacock is rolling out the ultimate binge-watch for theme park fans this summer! Premiering July 24, Epic Ride: The Story of Universal Theme Parks is a three-part documentary that dives deep into the thrills, chills, and cinematic history of Universal’s legendary parks, while also giving fans an exciting sneak peek at what’s next… including the highly anticipated Epic Universe opening May 22 at Universal Orlando Resort.
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Produced by Universal Television Alternative Studio, with John Marks and Jon Strong as executive producers, Epic Ride isn’t just a nostalgic look back—it’s a full-throttle celebration of the innovation and imagination that has defined Universal’s theme parks for decades. The docuseries is packed with never-before-seen archival footage, rare behind-the-scenes access, and exclusive interviews with the creative minds behind the magic—including directors, producers, top Universal execs, and even a few A-list fans.
A Journey Through the Past, Present, and Future
Each episode of Epic Ride takes viewers through a different chapter of the Universal Parks story—from the early days of the Studio Tour in Hollywood, to the birth of Islands of Adventure, to the game-changing addition of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. But the crown jewel of the series? A behind-the-curtain look at Epic Universe, Universal Orlando’s boldest expansion yet.
With the countdown to opening day ticking away, the docuseries captures the final stages of preparation for this next-generation park, offering fans a glimpse at what it takes to bring such an epic vision to life.
Here’s What Viewers Can Expect to See in the Series:
- Celestial Park – The glittering heart of Epic Universe, featuring the dual-launch coaster Stardust Racers, the whimsical Constellation Carousel, and the luxurious Helios Grand Hotel, which offers exclusive park access.
- Super Nintendo World – Gamers, this one’s for you! From Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge to Mine-Cart Madness, plus meet-and-greets and interactive gameplay zones, this land is pure pixel perfection.
- The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic – Take a magical journey through 1920s Paris and 1990s London on Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry, a brand-new dark ride anchoring this immersive land.
- How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk – Explore a fully realized Viking village complete with dragon rides, splash zones, and high-flying live shows.
- Dark Universe – Enter a haunting world where Universal’s classic monsters roam. Expect gothic thrills in Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment and spine-tingling chills from Curse of the Werewolf.
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With Epic Universe set to transform the theme park landscape when it opens in just days, Epic Ride is arriving at the perfect time to rev up the hype and celebrate Universal’s past while charging full-speed into the future.
Whether you’re a lifelong Universal fan or new to the excitement, this docuseries promises something for everyone—from nostalgic deep dives to first looks at the park that’s poised to redefine the word “epic.”
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