Universal Studios Hollywood announces that construction will soon break ground on its new roller coaster, themed after Universal Pictures' hit Fast & Furious saga, as the world-class entertainment destination continues to elevate the visitor experience.

Renowned for creating innovative and imaginative rides inspired by today's most compelling movie, television and digital gaming experiences, Universal Studios Hollywood will bring never-before-added innovative and technological achievements on this all-new, thrilling roller coaster ride.

Equipped with a state-of-the-art system created exclusively to immerse guests in the dynamic universe of Fast & Furious, this new roller coaster will benefit from Universal Destinations & Experiences' decades of experience in revolutionizing the development of the most modern roller coasters in your global theme park destinations.

The roller coaster will join Universal Studios Hollywood's roster of groundbreaking and unprecedented attractions, including the all-new, interactive and immersive area, "SUPER NINTENDO WORLD," featuring the critically acclaimed "Mario Kart: Bowser's Challenge" attraction. "; "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter", which features the attractions "Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey" and "Flight of the Hippogriff", located next to the town of Hogsmeade; "Jurassic World—The Ride"; Illumination's "The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash" and "Despicable Me Minion Mayhem"; Springfield U.S.A., hometown of America's favorite TV family and "The Simpsons Ride"; along with the exclusive behind-the-scenes Studio Tour, which gives guests a front-row seat in an authentic film and television production studio for an exclusive look at original movie sets including Jupiter's Claim from Jordan Peele's NOPE and Courthouse Square from the movie Back to the Future, as well as experiential attractions like "Fast & Furious—Supercharged" and "King Kong 360 3D," inspired by the blockbuster movies.

The Fast & Furious saga is a phenomenon. For more than twenty years, the franchise has fueled the passion of an ever-expanding audience and has earned more than $7 billion at the worldwide box office. Universal Pictures' homegrown Fast & Furious films have become the studio's longest-running and most profitable franchise. On social media platforms, the fan following of the films and cast has become the largest of any active franchise.