(1) RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP:  7 AND UP

(2) THRILL LEVEL:  7

(3) ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL:  8

(4) PRIORITY LEVEL: ****

(5) AIR CONDITIONED: YES

(6) SUMMARY: This ride has replaced the old Hanna Barberra ride.  Join Jimmie and his friends in a battle to get back his stolen MARK IV rocket.  This ride features open moving seats that move to the action in the movie.  If you don't care for the moving seats there is a section in the front of the theater with stationary seats. A fun ride but the motion isn't for every one.

(7) WAITING TIME:   ABOUT 40 MINUTES

(8) BEST TIME TO SEE:    LATE IN DAY

(1) RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: 7 AND UP

(2) THRILL LEVEL: 6

(3) ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 9

(4) PRIORITY LEVEL: *****

(5) AIR CONDITIONED: YES

(6) SUMMARY: This show vividly recreates a scene from the hit movie TWISTER.   To be exact the scene where a twister strikes the drive in movie theater.  The effects are top notch and a twister is created right on the sound stage in front of you.   High winds, driving rain and explosions are some of the things you will experience.   This show is not to be missed but a word of warning, you will get wet.

(7) WAITING TIME: 40 MINUTES

(8) BEST TIME TO SEE: EARLY OR LATE IN THE DAY

(1) RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP:  7 AND UP

(2) THRILL LEVEL:  9

(3) ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL:    8

(4) PRIORITY LEVEL: *****

(5) AIR CONDITIONED: YES

(6) SUMMARY: Well, the verdict is in. I rode the Mummy and it is a great ride. Although it could be a bit longer, especially for some of the scenes. I will not go into any detail about the ride so that I do not spoil it for you but suffice it to say the effects will blow you away and hold on tight. This is a must see ride.

(7) WAITING TIME:  45 minutes or more during peak times

(8) BEST TIME TO SEE: EARLY MORNINGS AND EVENINGS

(1) RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL

(2) THRILL LEVEL: 2

(3) ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 7

(4) PRIORITY LEVEL: ****

(5) AIR CONDITIONED: YES

(6) SUMMARY: During this show you will see how special effects such as masks, bullet wounds and knife cuts are created. The show is conducted by a host and a guest effects artist from the studio. They sometimes use a volunteer from the audience which adds to the humorous overtones of the show. A very interesting and enjoyable show but may not be suitable for some very small children.

(7) WAITING TIME: 30 MINUTES

(8) BEST TIME TO SEE: MORNINGS

(1) RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: 7 AND UP

(2) THRILL LEVEL: 8

(3) ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 7

(4) PRIORITY LEVEL: ****

(5) AIR CONDITIONED: YES

(6) SUMMARY: This attraction can have a long line which winds through what is supposed to be a prop storage area. I have never seen anything moved or removed from there. It is interesting however. At the end of the line you go into an air conditioned waiting area where volunteers are selected to participate in one of the two pre-shows. Volunteers are selected to "participate" in a new disaster film.  Then you enter the first pre-show where the premise of the ride is explained.  After that you go to another room where the volunteers are shot against green screens performing various stunts.  Next is the ride and you experience an earth quake.  At the end the scenes shot earlier are incorporated into the ride footage.  Watch for grandma.

(7) WAITING TIME: 35 MINUTES

(8) BEST TIME TO SEE: LATE AFTERNOON AND EVENINGS

(1) RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: 7 AND UP

(2) THRILL LEVEL: 7

(3) ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 9

(4) PRIORITY LEVEL: *****

(5) AIR CONDITIONED: YES

(6) SUMMARY: This ride opened May 1st and is a must see ride for all Simpson's fans as well as non-fans.  Ride the Crusty roller coaster at CRUSTY LAND while Sideshow Bob is trying to get his revenge on Bart Simpson.  All computer animation and a great story line.  The cue area is filled with monitors showing clips from the series as well as some new stuff.  Inside the building while waiting to board there are all kinds of things to watch around the room.  There are even some digs at Disney and references to the rides predecessor, BACK TO THE FUTURE.

(7) WAITING TIME: TOO EARLY TO TELL BUT EXPECT LONG LINES.

(8) BEST TIME TO SEE: ANYTIME

(1) RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: 4 AND UP

(2) THRILL LEVEL: 6

(3) ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 8

(4) PRIORITY LEVEL: ****

(5) AIR CONDITIONED: YES

(6) SUMMARY: E.T.'s home world has suffered a disaster and they need E.T. to come home so that his healing finger can save the planet and only you can bring him there. That is what you'll hear after you pass through the cueing line and enter the pre-show. After the pre-show the doors open and you'll go into a lobby of sorts to pick up your ID card. Then you'll start your walk through the dust forest to the ride. Watch all around you. There are plenty of things to see including globs of dust on all of the trees.  They need to clean this attraction up a bit.   At the end of your walk will be the ride. Hand your ID card to the attendant and climb aboard your bike. The bikes are fastened to a platform and all you have to do is sit there and enjoy the ride. The platform is a sort of tram which will carry you to E.T.'s home planet. A fun ride with some nice special effects and a surprise at the end.

(7) WAITING TIME: 40 MINUTES

(8) BEST TIME TO SEE: MORNINGS AND EVENINGS

(1) RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL

(2) THRILL LEVEL: 3

(3) ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 6

(4) PRIORITY LEVEL: ****

(5) AIR CONDITIONED: NO

(6) SUMMARY: Located between E.T. and Back To The Future, this is a show where you can watch animals being put through their paces.  The show is somewhat predictable if you've ever seen any other shows of this type. The first two photos at the right are of the old show.

(7) WAITING TIME: NONE

(8) BEST TIME TO SEE: SEE SCHEDULE OF SHOW TIMES

(1) RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL

(2) THRILL LEVEL: 4

(3) ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 9

(4) PRIORITY LEVEL: *****

(5) AIR CONDITIONED: NO

(6) SUMMARY: Sit back and watch a rock n’ roll review which features some of the real monsters of rock n’ roll. Frankenstein, The Bride of Frankenstein, Wolfman, Dracula, and Beetlejuice put on a rock show that's to die for. This show was totally revamped in 2006 with new music and routines. There's lots of singing and dancing combined with a touch of humor makes this one of the best shows at Universal Studios Florida. All seats are good but arrive about 15 minutes early to get the best seats which are on the two aisles toward the center of the theater six to twelve rows back.

(7) WAITING TIME: NONE

(8) BEST TIME TO SEE: SEE SCHEDULE OF SHOW TIMES

(1) RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP:  ALL

(2) THRILL LEVEL: 7

(3) ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL:  9

(4) PRIORITY LEVEL: *****

(5) AIR CONDITIONED: YES

(6) SUMMARY:  One of the newest attractions at Universal, Shrek picks up where the movie leaves off. Join Shrek and his new bride as they head out on their honeymoon.  This is a 3D movie that also uses motion seats and other sensory stimulation to enhance your experience.  If you liked the movie you'll love this attraction.

(7) WAITING TIME: ONE HOUR OR MORE DURING PEAK PERIODS

(8) BEST TIME TO SEE:  DURING THE DINNER HOUR OR LATE IN THE DAY

(1) RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: 7 AND UP

(2) THRILL LEVEL: 8

(3) ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 7

(4) PRIORITY LEVEL: *****

(5) AIR CONDITIONED: NO

(6) SUMMARY: Stroll past the shops and arcades of Amity Island. Afterwards, take a nice quiet boat ride around the island. Be ever vigilant however, because a three-ton man eater lurks just beneath the surface. JAWS has returned. He's huge, he's unstoppable and he's out to get you. A thrilling ride with a finale that will leave you breathless.

(7) WAITING TIME: 45 MINUTES

(8) BEST TIME TO SEE: VERY EARLY MORNINGS OR LATE IN THE DAY

(1) RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: 7 AND UP

(2) THRILL LEVEL: 7

(3) ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 9

(4) PRIORITY LEVEL: *****

(5) AIR CONDITIONED: YES

(6) SUMMARY:  This show is a 3D movie combined with live performances that is sure to blow you away.  Live actors on and around the stage are combined with the original cast in the movie to give you a show that you will not forget.  The production is seamless so you actually think that you see the live actors become part of the movie.   Don't miss it!

(7) WAITING TIME: 35 MINUTES

(8) BEST TIME TO SEE: EARLY MORNING OR  EVENINGS

(1) RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL

(2) THRILL LEVEL: 3

(3) ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 8

(4) PRIORITY LEVEL: ****

(5) AIR CONDITIONED: NO

(6) SUMMARY: The Blues Brothers, made famous by Dan Akroyd and John Belushi in a Saturday Night Live sketch, are portrayed by a couple of talented near look alikes. The show takes place on the steps and street outside an apartment house on Delancey Street in the studios New York section. Watch and listen as they belt out some of the great songs that made them famous. Songs like Rubber Biscuit and other hard driving blues songs will have you joining in and clapping your hands to the music. Afterwards meet and talk to Jake and Elwood Blues. A really great show, don't miss it.

(7) WAITING TIME: NONE

(8) BEST TIME TO SEE: SEE SCHEDULE OF SHOW TIMES

(1) RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: 7 AND UP

(2) THRILL LEVEL: 8

(3) ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 8

(4) PRIORITY LEVEL: *****

(5) AIR CONDITIONED: YES

(6) SUMMARY:  This is sort of the ultimate laser tag game.  You shoot at the aliens and your fellow riders in other cars and they shoot back at you.  A hit on an alien scores points, while a hit on a car by an alien or another car causes that car to spin wildly.   Did I mention that they can do the same to you?  A whole lot of fun, but not if you get motion sickness. Six passengers per car compete against another car for the honor of becoming one of the MEN IN BLACK.  It takes a high score to join the force.   Even though we won the competition we did not have a high enough score to become one of them. We will just have to keep trying.

(7) WAITING TIME: 60

(8) BEST TIME TO SEE: EARLY OR VERY LATE IN DAY

(1) RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL

(2) THRILL LEVEL: 6

(3) ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 8

(4) PRIORITY LEVEL: ****

(5) AIR CONDITIONED: NO

(6) SUMMARY:  Lucy and Ricky Ricardo play it up big in this street show located outside the Lucy walk through.  The woman who plays Lucy is good but the gentleman who plays Ricky is a dead ringer and he's even Cuban.  We asked.  Lots of crowd interaction and my only complaint was that the show was too short.  If you liked I LOVE LUCY this show is a must see.  This show seems to be seasonal.  It usually runs during peak periods.

(8) BEST TIME TO SEE: SEE SCHEDULE OF SHOW TIMES

(1) RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL

(2) THRILL LEVEL: 2

(3) ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 3

(4) PRIORITY LEVEL: **

(5) AIR CONDITIONED: NO

(6) SUMMARY: Located in the KIDS ZONE near the ET ride, this coaster is for young children that may find the rest of the park a little intimidating.  It's a short ride and does not go very fast.

(7) WAITING TIME: 5 MINUTES

(8) BEST TIME TO SEE: ANYTIME

(1) RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL

(2) THRILL LEVEL: 4

(3) ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 6

(4) PRIORITY LEVEL: ***

(5) AIR CONDITIONED: NO

(6) SUMMARY: You can audition to be part of this show or you can just sit and watch.  All of the gross stunts that you are use to on television.  People play for prizes but you may have to go to more than one show to win them anything good.

(7) WAITING TIME: SCHEDULED SHOWS

(8) BEST TIME TO SEE: SEE MAP FOR SHOW TIMES