Fast & Furious Hits the Brakes on the Studio Tour (Ep. 94)
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Show Notes
Jim Hill and Eric Hersey look at the past and future of Universal’s Fast & Furious presence in the parks, just as Universal Studios Hollywood prepares to debut its new Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift coaster. Along the way, they discuss the franchise’s surprising influence on theme park attractions, why the original tram-tour finale is closing, and what the next era of Universal expansion looks like - from Osaka to Texas. They also break down several recent Universal news stories, including a new parade at Universal Studios Japan and the latest developments at Universal Orlando.
NEWS
• Universal Studios Japan announces a 25th anniversary parade featuring Pokémon, Mario Kart characters, Sesame Street, and the Minions.
• Universal Orlando removes its self-service ticket kiosks as mobile ticketing becomes the preferred guest option.
• Luke Combs’ Category 10 live-music venue is coming to Universal CityWalk Orlando.
• New concept footage highlights Jurassic World and SpongeBob lands at the upcoming Universal Kids Resort in Texas.
• Pteranodon Flyers at Islands of Adventure will remain closed through May 14, 2026.
FEATURE
• A preview of Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift and the new ride vehicles debuting at Universal Studios Hollywood.
• How the Fast & Furious film series evolved from street racing into a global blockbuster franchise.
• The behind-the-scenes challenge of completing Furious 7 after the death of Paul Walker.
• Why the Fast & Furious Supercharged tram-tour finale is closing and what comes next for the attraction space.
HOSTS
• Jim Hill - IG: @JimHillMedia | X: @JimHillMedia | Website: JimHillMedia.com
• Eric Hersey - IG: @erichersey | X: @erichersey | Website: StrongMindedAgency.com
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PRODUCTION CREDITS
Edited by Dave Grey
Produced by Eric Hersey - Strong Minded Agency
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