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‘Wicked’ Movie Gets Surprising Movie Rating

Ariana Grande

Universal’s big Thanksgiving movie event, Wicked (2024), starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande as the beloved pair of witches Elphaba and Glinda, has just received its film rating. Over two decades ago, a group of creatives debuted the untold story of the Witches of Oz on stage. Examining the world of L. Frank Baum’s “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz” (1900) ...

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VIDEO: Universal Orlando Hit by Major Flooding After Intense Storms Roll Through

Image shows a large silver globe with the word "Universal" in front of a theme park entrance. In a circular inset, several people in clear rain ponchos walk on a wet street, with some wearing shorts, indicating rainy weather.

Central Florida has been experiencing intense and lousy weather this summer, with places like Universal Orlando Resort experiencing heavy rainfall and excessive heat. Recently, footage posted to social media showcased just how bad the rainfall from this year’s inclement weather season has just started to ramp up. Stormy, Inclement Weather Strikes Central Florida This Summer; Bad News for Disney, Universal ...

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Universal Snatches Pirates of the Caribbean from Disney, Ride Experience Available at Universal Studios

Pirates of the Caribbean

Did Universal just add Pirates of the Caribbean to their theme park? Pirates of the Caribbean is one of those attractions at Disney Park that feels like it is a must-ride and a staple for many guests to experience while on their vacations. Considering Walt Disney himself worked on the original ride in Disneyland, there has always been something magical ...

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Universal Cracks Down: Employees Eject Rule-Breaking Guests for Life

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It appears guest behavior is continuing to become worse at the major Orlando theme parks, and guests will do anything to film a viral moment, even if it means getting in trouble afterward. Disney and Universal guests are increasingly finding creative ways to get themselves ejected from the parks, with a recent trend emerging that results in permanent bans from ...

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Disney Lost to Universal When It Turned Down This Iconic Film

disney back to the future

Every company has some misses along the way. It’s inevitable. Ultimately, no matter how prolific or successful a company is, certain pivotal moments and choices can make or break a moment in history. Recently, it was revealed that Disney missed its chance to be the studio behind a film that became one of the most iconic productions in film history and ...

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Disney Needs to Step Up Its Water Park Game – And Here’s Why

Disney's Typhoon Lagoon water park

It’s an ongoing debate that has many answers – which is better: Universal or Disney? Universal Studios has the thrills and, of course, the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Hogwarts Express, while Disney World has Mickey Mouse, more theme parks, and ultimately, more magic. But when it comes to Florida water parks, Universal Orlando has certainly got the edge. ...

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The Battle for Central Florida Tourism Dollars Is Ratcheting Up

Central Florida Tourism

The theme park battle in Central Florida is about to reach epic levels, literally. With Universal Orlando about to open Epic Universe, Walt Disney World must devise something to draw guests away from its cross-town rival. It seems like Universal Orlando is dropping more information about Epic Universe every day, including bringing guests inside SUPER NINTENDO WORLD and adding more ...

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Unpopular Jimmy Fallon Ride Suddenly Shut Down at Universal Studios

Jimmy Fallon

Popular talk show host Jimmy Fallon was shut down in Orlando over the weekend. Related: ‘Star Wars’ Mark Hamill Returns as Luke Skywalker in Feature-Length Disney+ Special The Universal Orlando Resort is home to dozens of beloved theme park experiences, ranging from thrilling roller coasters to immersive dark rides. The theme park has continued to be one of the world’s ...

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