Epic Ride: The Story of Universal Theme Parks
A celebration of the history and legacy of Universal Destinations & Experiences. Through unprecedented access, rare archival and intimate interviews with directors, producers, executives, and A-list celebrities, it explores Universal's film and theme park history as well as provide a behind-the-scenes countdown to the opening of its new theme park, Universal Epic Universe.
Cast
Steven Spielberg
Himself
Donna Langley
Herself
Kathleen Kennedy
Herself
Frank Marshall
Himself
Jon M. Chu
Himself
Bryce Dallas Howard
Herself
Michelle Yeoh
Herself
Vin Diesel
Himself
Antonia Carlotta
Herself
Dean DeBlois
Himself
Shigeru Miyamoto
Himself
Kelly McCormick
Herself
John Powell
Himself
Seasons
E1The Foundations of Universal's Theme Parks
Sep 29, 2025
Universal's transition from a film studio to a theme park giant. It covers the initial concepts and development of Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure,
E2Evolution and Innovation
Sep 29, 2025
Universal's theme parks beyond the initial offerings. It highlights major expansions, new technologies, and the challenges faced in continually innovating within the theme park industry.
E3The Dawn of Epic Universe
Sep 29, 2025
Heavily centered on the creation and unveiling of Universal Epic Universe. It provides an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the planning, design, and construction of this massive new theme park.
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Storyline
A celebration of the history and legacy of Universal Destinations & Experiences. Through unprecedented access, rare archival and intimate interviews with directors, producers, executives, and A-list celebrities, it explores Universal's film and theme park history as well as provide a behind-the-scenes countdown to the opening of its new theme park, Universal Epic Universe.
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