Simpsons Ride at Universal
Simpsons Ride at Universal Studios and Universal Studios Theme Parks
The Simpsons are the focus of a new theme park ride at Universal Studios Orlando, and will likely attract children, teens and adult fans of the longest running TV sitcom.
The wildly popular Simpsons characters like Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie will ride with the visitors at Universal Studios Orlando. This new attraction will replace the Back to the Future ride there, and is scheduled to open in spring 2008.
For the many SImpsons fans, both young and old, this will be a great draw to the Orlando theme park attraction. Not only is there the ride, but general Simpsons swag and Simpsons coolness will surely be part of the experience (bring plenty of cash, because there's no Try 'n Save here).
The Story Behind the Universal Simpsons Ride
Universal developed the rides in Orlando and Hollywood with Simpsons Creator and Executive Producer Matt Groening, as well as Simpsons Executive Producer James L. Brooks. The ride itself will feature many of the show's characters, and the characters will be voiced by the actors who play them on TV.
"Guests will be rocketed along with the Simpson family on a hysterical, almost unimaginable adventure," according to a press release from Universal. "They’ll experience a side of Springfield previously unexplored as they enjoy the new ride’s interpretation of thrill rides, dark rides and “live” shows that make up a new fantasy amusement park dreamed up by the show’s cantankerous Krusty the Clown."
There aren't many official revelations about precisely what the ride will involve, but Groening describes it this way: "The ride is designed to duplicate the Simpsons home-viewing experience, only at high speed and with lots of screaming."
Simpsons Ride Location : Hollywood or Orlando?
The ride is schedule to open spring 2008 in two locations, Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood.
Choosing a location to hit the Simpsons ride will probably depend heavily on which side of the country you live. Weather shouldn't really be a factor, as both locations have mild temperatures year-round.
If you're still torn, consider this:
- Hit the Hollywood ride if you are into film and TV, as there are many other related sights and attractions nearby. It's also a great spot to visit with kids, as you'll find several other theme parks, most notably Disneyland in nearby Anaheim and SeaWorld a short drive away in San Diego. Find out more: Universal Studios Hollywood
- If you're into theme parks and you're traveling with kids, Orlando is theme park heaven. Besides hitting the Simpsons ride at Universal Orlando, you can also hit the various parks that make up DisneyWorld, SeaWorld (and, also opening in spring 2008, the new Aquatica water park created by SeaWorld), and a seemingly-endless list of other family attractions. Find out more: Universal Orlando Resort
