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Universal to Unveil Behind-the-Scenes Magic in New NBC Special: Inside the Worlds of Epic Universe
NBC is treating fans to an EPIC deep dive into Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe with a brand-new one-hour special airing Wednesday, August 20 at 9 p.m. ET. Titled Inside the Worlds of Epic Universe, this TV event is hosted by self-proclaimed theme park fanatic and actor Joe Manganiello, and it’s shaping up to be just as epic as the park itself.
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Available for streaming the next day on Peacock, the special offers unprecedented access to all five immersive lands:
🌌 Celestial Park
🪄 The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic
🎮 SUPER NINTENDO WORLD
🐉 How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk
🧛♂️ Dark Universe
From the groundbreaking attractions to the magic behind the scenes, Joe will guide viewers through a cinematic journey exploring the imagination, innovation, and storytelling that power Universal’s most ambitious theme park yet.
Star-Studded Sightseeing
Expect appearances from major names across entertainment:
- Warwick Davis (Harry Potter)
- Mason Thames & Nico Parker (How to Train Your Dragon live-action film)
- Bryce Dallas Howard, Vin Diesel, Michelle Yeoh, and Jon M. Chu (Wicked)
- Bowen Yang & Matt Rogers (Las Culturistas podcast)
And as if that wasn’t enough Universal star power, the legendary Steven Spielberg—yes, that Spielberg—is featured in an extended interview, sharing his perspective on immersive storytelling and how his decades-long relationship with Universal continues to influence the guest experience.
More Epic on the Horizon
This is just the beginning. A three-part docuseries called Epic Ride: The Story of Universal Theme Parks is still in the pipeline for Peacock. While postponed from its original July debut, the series promises a full retrospective of Universal’s theme park legacy.
Related: Exploring the Enchanting Lore of Celestial Park at Epic Universe
Why You Should Tune In
Whether you’re a thrill junkie, Nintendo nerd, Potterhead, or just curious what makes Epic Universe tick, Inside the Worlds of Epic Universe is your front-row seat to the future of theme park entertainment. With jaw-dropping rides, cinematic tech, and stories brought to life like never before, this special gives fans the ultimate tease of what’s to come.
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