Epic Ride: The Story of Universal Theme Parks Trailer Debuts
Peacock has released the official trailer for Epic Ride: The Story of Universal Theme Parks, a new 3-part docuseries premiering Monday, November 17. John Marks is the showrunner and serves as executive producer with Jon Strong.
The docuseries pulls back the curtain on Universal Orlando Resort’s groundbreaking new theme park, Universal Epic Universe, taking viewers on a behind-the-scenes ride as engineers, costume and production designers, choreographers, performers, and an array of creative executives race to the finish line to deliver the theme park of the future.
Exclusive interviews include Donna Langley (Chairman of NBCUniversal Entertainment & Studios), Steven Spielberg (legendary filmmaker and Universal Destinations and Experiences Creative Consultant), and Kathleen Kennedy (E.T., Jurassic Park).
The interviews also include Frank Marshall (Back to the Future), Jon M. Chu (Wicked and Wicked: For Good), Bryce Dallas Howard (Jurassic World franchise), Academy Award winner Michelle Yeoh (Wicked and Wicked: For Good), and Vin Diesel (Fast & Furious films).
Fans will have a rare opportunity to hear first-hand accounts from some of the greatest creative minds of our generation, covering everything from Universal’s iconic legacy to unveiling an unprecedented look at the creation of Universal Epic Universe.
In addition to Epic Ride: The Story of Universal Theme Parks, NBC invites audiences to embark on a spectacular adventure with Inside the Worlds of Epic Universe, now streaming on Peacock. Hosted by Joe Manganiello, the one-hour special takes viewers on an unforgettable journey through the portals of Universal Epic Universe.
Epic Ride: The Story of Universal Theme Parks celebrates the history and legacy of Universal Destinations & Experiences through unprecedented access, rare archival materials, and intimate interviews with directors, producers, executives, and A-list celebrities.
The series will explore Universal’s iconic film and theme park history and provide an exclusive behind-the-scenes countdown to the opening of its groundbreaking new theme park, Universal Epic Universe.
