Epic Ride: The Story of Universal Theme Parks

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Epic Ride: The Story of Universal Theme Parks

Documentary

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.

Sep 29, 20251 seasons3 episodesEndedEN

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Steven Spielberg

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Kathleen Kennedy

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Frank Marshall

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Jon M. Chu

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Bryce Dallas Howard

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Michelle Yeoh

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Vin Diesel

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Antonia Carlotta

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Dean DeBlois

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Shigeru Miyamoto

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Kelly McCormick

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John Powell

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Seasons

Season 1

3 episodes

Premiered Sep 29, 2025

Episodes

1–3 of 3

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Ep 1

The Foundations of Universal's Theme Parks

Sep 29, 2025

57m

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,

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Ep 2

Evolution and Innovation

Sep 29, 2025

54m

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.

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Ep 3

The Dawn of Epic Universe

Sep 29, 2025

54m

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.