Last month we saw several permits that were filed with Orange County for the demolition of the Fear Factor Live stage at Universal Studios Florida. We’ll be sharing more information as soon as Universal confirms any new details on this rumored project!įear Factor Live Permits and Replacement Rumors If it is based on the Minions franchise, they may want to open it around the summer, as Minions: The Rise of Gru opens in theaters on July 1, 2022.Īnd if you think 6 months won’t be long enough to close Shrek and open a new attraction, keep in mind that the Hitchcock attraction closed in January 2003 and Shrek opened in June of that same year. Rumors have been for whatever replaces Shrek 4-D to open in 2022, to continue the resort’s promise of a new attraction opening every year. Villain-Con seen in Minions movie, Video source Universal has not confirmed these rumors. Based on the Villain-Con location from the Minions movie, the rumor has it as walk-through exhibit where guests would be able to try out out different gadgets and zappers. One of the latest rumors has been for some sort of interactive Minions attraction to replace Shrek 4-D. Speculation on DreamWorks Theatre replacing Shrek 4-D in Orlando, just as it had in Universal Studios Hollywood, as well as expectations of The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash replacing Shrek, have been popular, for example. While no details have been given on the long-running show’s closure, rumors for a replacement have been swirling around the internet for many years. The contractor listed on the document is Holovis, Inc., who specialize in interactive and immersive screen media. This notice described Audio and Visual Equipment for Building 40 at Universal Studios Florida, which is where Shrek 4-D is located. That may be related to the pneumatic air system that is currently used to add motion to the theater seats, as well as create special effects, for the Shrek 4-D show.Įarlier this month a notice of commencement was also filed with the Orange County Comptroller’s office. The permit also lists “Demolition of the existing compressed air system.” as part of the work included. Preparation for new restrooms and Team Member break rooms is also listed. Other adjustments, including demolition of existing fire alarms, parts of the electrical system, HVAC, and plumbing are described. The permit describes demolishing some of the wall partitions as well as portions of the existing slab. This permit lists the project as Project 331, which is a new project number for the resort. The nearby Shrek and Donkey meet and greet is not expected to close.Ī permit has recently been posted by the city of Orlando for partial demolition of an existing building. The attraction’s exit gift shop, Shrek’s Ye Olde Souvenir Shoppe will also close as part of this closure. Running since 2003, after replacing Alfred Hitchcock: The Art of Making Movies, Shrek 4-D will officially close on January 10, 2022.

Now, new permits posted with Orange County seem to show that both of these venues will soon be demolished (or in the case of Shrek, partially demolished,) which may mean that replacement attractions will soon be on their way. Universal Orlando has not yet announced new replacements for these attractions. Fear Factor Live was confirmed to not be returning earlier this year. Shrek 4-D will be closing permanently on Januat Universal Studios Florida.

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