WAMG Checks Out “Jurassic World—The Ride” At Universal Studios Hollywood

By Movie Geeks | September 3, 2019

In August WAMG had the chance to visit Universal Studios Hollywood to check out the mega attraction “Jurassic World—The Ride” and things just got real!

Watch this behind-the-scenes of look at the ride to see what it takes to bring dinosaurs to life.

The update to the Jurassic World ride are on line, and things did indeed get real! From the moment that you get an eyeful of the enormous Mososaurus in its tank, gracefully swimming, despite it’s gigantic size, it is a sight to behold, and can be a bit frightening as it seems to notice you.

The rest of the ride is still fun, with raptors, dilophosaurs, and even the Tyrannosaurus and many others waiting for you as you twist and turn through the forest adventure. It doesn’t get much better, especially if you love dinosaurs!

The elaborately themed all-new “Raptor Encounter” where Blue, the beloved Velociraptor from the JURASSIC WORLD movies, engages with guests, including us, in daring face-to-face encounters, along with the addition of two new dinosaurs – a Baby Raptor with her Raptor Handler and a life-size Triceratops who greet guests outside the “Jurassic World—The Ride” entrance, further enhance the entire experience.

Brought to life by employing the exact computer-generated model and images used to create her for the big screen, Blue tips the scales at a hefty 750 pounds, towering 15 feet in height and 13 feet from tail to snout, and succumbs to highly skilled handlers who adeptly guide her to within feet of guests.

Plus, a new interactive “Dino Play” area is designed to inspire children of all ages to explore and excavate giant dinosaur fossils.

If you can’t make it out to Hollywood, Universal has a great alternative.

See Jurassic World dinosaurs come to life and experience the thrill and adventure of Jurassic World Live Tour in a city near you.

Learn More and Get Tickets: https://feld.ly/livetour

Your trip to Isla Nublar takes a terrifying turn after the Indominus rex escapes and causes chaos in the park! The adventure continues as you join forces with a team of scientists to unravel a corrupt plan and save Jeanie, an all-new dinosaur, from a terrible fate. Along the way, experience some of Jurassic World’s most iconic dinosaurs including Blue the Raptor, Triceratops, Pteranodons and the mighty Tyrannosaurus rex!

Costa Rican-inspired cuisine and flavorful Tiki cocktails served at Jurassic Café and all-new tropical Isla Nu-bar add to the dynamic guest experience while an array of souvenir collectible, limited edition and one-of-a-kind dimensional dinosaur sculptures from the Jurassic Outfitters store invite guests to savor a piece of this exciting thrill ride even after they have gone home.

“The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” is a site to behold. From its snow-capped roofs and cobblestone streets to the historic British sensibilities that characterize the whimsical look and feel of the land, “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” transports guests of all ages to the very places they read about in the stories or watched on the silver screen.

Upon entering the land through the archway, Hogsmeade bustles to life with the same vitality of a quaint local village: merchants hard at work, a train conductor welcoming new arrivals and a pub packed to the gills with hungry patrons, but with the added element of enthusiastic guests intent on experiencing them all, including the land’s signature ride, “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey.”

From the moment that you have to leap aboard, buckle in, and get ready for a ride like you’ve never experienced before.

You are taken in to the magical world, completely immersed in a Wizarding World adventure, racing along with Harry and Ron, trying to escape a dragon, dodging dementors, spiders, and obstacles. It is dizzying at times, but thrilling at the entire time, and we found ourselves laughing, gasping, and amazed from the moment it started until the moment it ended. This entire section of the park is in character, right down to the sounds and design of the public restrooms, with Moaning Myrtle reminding you that she’s nearby at all times.

And then there’s the classic revenge of the Mummy ride, a high speed indoor rollercoaster that gives you the sights and sounds of The Mummy, and man is it fast (and quite fun). This one isn’t for the faint of heart, but it’s worth riding a few times, and your adrenaline will never be the same.

For those that love giant robots (and who doesn’t) we got to ride the Transformers: The Ride 3D and it WILL be your cup of tea (or oil). Based on the iconic brand from Hasbro and the electrifying film franchise, directed by Michael Bay, the film has been celebrated for its multi-generational appeal, inventive storyline, spectacular action sequences and amazing special effects. This fun ride revolutionizes theme park ride perceptions as a cutting-edge mega- attraction at Universal Studios Hollywood.

The dynamic, motion-based thrill ride tells an original “TRANSFORMERS” story using original, photo-realistic 3D-HD media, sophisticated special effects masterminded by Industrial Light & Magic, and one of the most elaborate roaming flight simulator ride systems ever created. Fusing high-tech elements with an epic new “TRANSFORMERS” tale, “Transformers: The Ride–3D” set a new standard in the world of theme park attractions, stretching the medium’s potential as an immersive and powerful storytelling vehicle.

It’s a 3D ride, meaning that you DO have to wear the 3D glasses, but you won’t mind doing it at all. Optimus Prime and his heroic cohort of Autobot soldiers fight Megatron  while you are whisked and swirled and buffeted from all angles. 

Altogether, these rides are awesome for kids of all ages, and give you entertainment that you just can’t get anywhere else, PERIOD.  

For those who like their rides on the scary side, Halloween Horror Nights begins this month and runs select nights September 13 through November 3.

Check it out here: https://hollywood.halloweenhorrornights.com/

Contributed by Michelle Hannett and Marc Butterfield