Outside the Disney Bubble
Disney Fanatic shares news and experiences that unfold outside of the Disney bubble, including news of Disney’s competitors and beyond.
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May- 2025 -13 May
SNL Sinks Its Teeth into Universal’s Dark Universe with Hilarious ‘Das Stakehaus’ Sketch
Last weekend’s Saturday Night Live had fans cracking up, thanks to host Walton Goggins and a sketch that hilariously spoofed Universal Orlando’s newest theme park, Epic Universe. The standout sketch was set in the “Deathly Diner,” a playful nod to Das Stakehaus, the vampire-themed restaurant in the park’s Dark Universe section. Packed with sharp humor and over-the-top acting, the segme
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13 May
Universal Orlando’s New Ride Access System Could Change the Theme Park Landscape
At Universal Orlando, the days of casually skipping the line with an Express Pass may soon be over—or at least more complicated. For those who’ve been visiting the parks recently, a mysterious new addition to the Express Pass experience has left many wondering if they’re stepping into the future of theme park visits. Imagine this: you get to the front of the line, and instead of just scanning your
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13 May
Accident Forces Epic Universe Ride to Close: Missing Wheels Raise Concerns Ahead of Opening
Universal Orlando Resort’s highly anticipated Mine Cart Madness ride, part of the new Super Nintendo World expansion at Epic Universe, has encountered several technical setbacks during its preview period, raising concerns among guests and online followers. Recently, TikTok user @walruscard shared a troubling update, suggesting that the attraction was shut down for an entire day due to an alleged a
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10 May
Epic Universe Isn’t Ready To Open, Guests Declare After Incident Sends Witnesses Running
Universal’s most ambitious project in years, Epic Universe, is nearing its highly anticipated debut. Designed as a fourth park for Universal Orlando Resort, the park promises groundbreaking attractions, richly themed lands, and a new chapter in Central Florida’s theme park competition. But for guests visiting during technical rehearsals, the future of entertainment is arriving with a few unexpecte
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10 May
Is Taylor Swift About to Face a Legal Battle? Movie Lawsuit Forces Her to Testify
In the ever-evolving world of Hollywood, the lines between on-screen drama and off-screen conflict often blur. What begins as creative collaboration can quickly escalate into something much more complicated. In the case of the 2024 film It Ends With Us, the film adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s bestseller, the drama off-camera has far outshone the romantic turmoil portrayed on-screen. Related: Blake
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10 May
Cedar Point Guest Films Unexpected Animal Breakout—Now the Internet Can’t Get Enough
Thrill-seekers weren't the only ones racing through Cedar Point this week. As anticipation builds for a blockbuster season featuring two brand-new attractions, the unexpected happened—and it had nothing to do with record-breaking heights or high-speed launches. In a moment that quickly became the talk of the park (and the internet), a handful of surprisingly agile and mischievous guests made their
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10 May
Epic Universe Guests Offered Refunds Amid Ride Closures—Is Universal’s Newest Park Ready?
Guests arrived with stars in their eyes and phones ready to capture history. Epic Universe—the long-awaited, cutting-edge theme park by Universal Orlando Resort—had finally opened its gates to public previews. It was supposed to be a sneak peek of the future of theme park entertainment. But instead of unforgettable memories and seamless thrills, many preview guests have been left with frustration,
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10 May
Incident Reported At Six Flags, Dramatic Flooding Hits Theme Park
Guests caught a dramatic incident on camera yesterday at Six Flags. The past few years have been huge for Six Flags. After a merger with Cedar Fair – which saw both parties' theme parks, including the likes of Knott's Berry Farm and Cedar Point – fall under the Six Flags banner, the group has gone on to conduct a swathe of sudden ride closures. Kingda Ka, the world's tallest roller coaster, closed
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10 May
Is The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Being Rebranded for the New HBO Series?
With the new HBO TV series based on the beloved Harry Potter books by J.K. Rowling already deep in its casting process, fans of the Wizarding World are wondering how this new take on the beloved franchise will impact the attractions at Universal Studios. The upcoming series, which will reimagine Rowling’s world with a new cast and, presumably, a new look for the Wizarding World, might set the stag
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9 May
Universal Studios Hollywood Debuts “Mega Movie Summer” Event With Massive Jurassic World Ride Upgrade
Blockbusters come to life this summer at Universal Studios Hollywood—and they’re bringing dinosaurs, time travel, and some serious nostalgia along for the ride. Something Big Is Coming This Summer to Universal Universal Studios Hollywood is rolling out its red carpet for the new Universal Mega Movie Summer event, running June 13 through August 10. Designed to celebrate some of Universal’s most ico
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