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Back to EpisodesEpic Universal with Eric Hersey Ep. 17: Universal's Cartoon World That Never Was & A Look Ahead at Wicked Attractions
Episode 17
Published 1 year, 8 months ago
Description
In this episode of the Epic Universal Podcast, Jim Hill and Eric Hersey dive deep into Universal Studios' unbuilt Cartoon World, a project meant to pave the way for Islands of Adventure.
Jim shares fascinating insights into the concept's early stages and how it evolved into what fans know today.
Highlights include:
- Jim's stories about the behind-the-scenes development of Cartoon World and its transformation into Islands of Adventure.
- How Warner Brothers and Universal nearly partnered for a superhero and Looney Tunes theme park.
- The hidden history behind Universal’s decision to bring Dr. Seuss and Dudley Do-Right into Toon Lagoon.
- A fun discussion on the replacement of Hello Kitty with the new Wicked experience and how Universal is preparing for the movie’s release.
Join us for this in-depth discussion on the park that could have been and its impact on the theme park landscape we enjoy today!
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