How Transformers Replaced Murder, She Wrote at Universal Studios (Ep. 72)
Jim Hill and Eric Hersey crack open the story behind how Transformers: The Ride 3D bulldozed its way into Universal Studios Florida—literally replacing the Murder, She Wrote Mystery Theater. Along the way, they cover everything from Universal’s new Fanta horror crossover to coaster policy changes, Simpsons rumors, and a surprising Zelda connection inside Epic Universe.
- The real story of how Transformers: The Ride 3D took over the former Murder, She Wrote soundstage
- Universal and Blumhouse’s spooky soda collab with Fanta, featuring Chucky, Megan, and Freddy Fazbear
- Stardust Racers reopens after a fatal accident—with new resort-wide safety standards
- The Simpsons’ uncertain future at Universal and what Matt Selman really meant
- Hints of Zelda inside Epic Universe and what that could mean for Universal’s next land
From Fanta cans to fighting Decepticons, Jim and Eric uncover how Universal keeps reinventing its parks - sometimes by demolishing a mystery and building a blockbuster.
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