universal studios

Universal Studios is a major entertainment company known for its media productions and theme parks worldwide. It operates under the theme park division Universal Destinations & Experiences, formerly known as Universal Parks & Resorts, which is part of NBCUniversal, a Comcast subsidiary. Universal Studios theme parks include iconic locations such as Universal Studios Hollywood, Universal Studios Florida, Universal Studios Japan, Universal Studios Singapore, and the newer Universal Studios Beijing. These parks feature rides, attractions, and themed lands inspired by popular movies, TV shows, and intellectual properties associated with Universal Pictures and other licensed properties. The original Universal Studios Hollywood began as a studio tour in 1915 and opened as a theme park in 1964. Since then, Universal Studios has expanded globally with multiple parks offering unique entertainment experiences and immersive attractions. The company is also known for upcoming developments like Universal Epic Universe in Orlando (opened in 2025) and future parks in Texas and India. Beyond theme parks, Universal Studios remains a dominant player in media production, including film and television studios. In summary, Universal Studios is both a media conglomerate and a global theme park operator famous for its immersive entertainment experiences based on highly popular cinematic and television franchises.