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Revenge of the Mummy is a fan-favorite attraction that can be found at Universal Studios Florida, Universal Studios Hollywood, and Universal Studios Singapore. However, the ride has been having a rough time recently.

Guests visiting Universal Studios Hollywood could recently see the popular attraction Revenge of the Mummy – The Ride close its doors. Signs posted by Team Members outside the attraction state that the attraction “is currently closed for refurbishment,” though no dates are stated regarding this refurbishment’s timeline.

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The popular dark-coaster shut down this past winter at Universal Studios Orlando for extensive refurbishment as well, which included replacing the old track and updating the technology within the ride. Before shutting down for this refurbishment, Revenge of the Mummy had given more than 100 million rides.

Still, there has been no word on Revenge of the Mummy at Universal Studios Hollywood, that is, until recently. But brace yourselves, it may not be the news you were hoping for.

According to several sources, Revenge of the Mummy is rumored to be completely demolished. Several theories were thrown out about why Universal may be doing this. One theory is that the rumored Donkey Kong coaster from Universal’s Epic Universe could take over the space. Another suggests that Revenge of the Mummy will close just before the new Fast & Furious ride opens at Universal Studios Hollywood.

However, it is incredibly important to take this news with a big grain of salt (or sand), as this is just a rumor at this point. Universal has not made any statements regarding Revenge of the Mummy just yet, so it’s best to sit back and grab a cup of coffee, at least for now.

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Revenge of the Mummy, officially named Revenge of the Mummy: The Ride, is an enclosed roller coaster located at Universal Studios Florida, Universal Studios Hollywood, and Universal Studios Singapore. Its theme is based on The Mummy film franchise, and the ride features linear induction motors (LIMs) that launches riders from standstill to a maximum speed of 45 mph (72 km/h) in a matter of seconds. The Florida and Singapore locations have the same track layout, and each location offers a slightly different virtual experience. The three attractions were manufactured by Premier Rides and feature track switches installed by Dynamic Structures. Universal Creative and ITEC Entertainment Corporation created the theme at each location, with Adirondack Studios responsible for several of unique elements implemented at the Singapore location.

History

In 2002, Universal Parks & Resorts set about designing a dark ride based on the popular Mummy movie franchise. As part of this process, Universal Studios Florida closed Kongfrontation on September 8, 2002, and Universal Studios Hollywood closed E.T. Adventure on March 14, 2003. On May 21, 2004, Revenge of the Mummy opened at Universal Studios Florida. This was followed by the opening of the ride at Universal Studios Hollywood on June 25, 2004.

In December 2008, Resorts World Sentosa, which now encompasses Universal Studios Singapore, announced a Revenge of the Mummy ride would be built at the park, due to open in 2010. In contrast to the previous two installations, the one at Universal Studios Singapore was cheaper, reportedly costing only US$20 million instead of US$90  million. On March 18, 2010, the ride officially opened to the public.

Universal Studios Florida

Revenge of the Mummy opened on May 21, 2004. This Revenge of the Mummy roller coaster uses three LIM launches to propel riders from a complete standstill. The roller coaster lasts nearly three minutes and features a top speed of 45 mph (72 km/h). The track is 2,200-foot (670 m) long featuring no inversions, 80-degree banked turns, and a 50-degree angle of descent. At the end of the ride there is an area where guests may purchase a photo of themselves on the ride from a Mummy themed gift shop titled "Sahara Traders," which replaced Kongfrontation's "Safari Outfitters" gift shop.

The six-story, 62,000 square feet (5,800 m2) building housing the roller coaster was previously home to one of Universal's landmark attractions, Kongfrontation. Homages to the Kong attraction can be found in several areas within Revenge of the Mummy, including a golden statue of King Kong in the second scene of the ride. The slabs used to construct the building were the largest of its kind ever used. Track pieces from Kongfrontation were built into the building during construction and parts of the track still remain within the building. In order to compensate for space, part of the building was excavated several feet deep for the ride's climactic drop.

Universal Studios Hollywood

The ride opened on June 25, 2004. The roller coaster has a height restriction of 48 inches. Revenge of the Mummy uses linear induction motors (LIM), a technology used to launch riders. The roller coaster lasts approximately 2 minutes and is housed in the building of the former attraction, the E.T. Adventure.

The ride features warrior mummies, treasures and tombs, a sudden launch, a scarab beetle attack, forwards and backwards motion and surround sound speakers inside the vehicles. Hollywood's coaster was built in the former E.T. Adventure building. Some support beams for the coaster were built by digging downward to accommodate space. Actual props from film series, including their replicated versions can be found in this incarnation; notably the warrior mummies and treasures.

Universal Studios Singapore

Revenge of the Mummy was opened on March 18, 2010 with the soft opening of the park. This Revenge of the Mummy roller coaster is nearly identical to the version at Universal Studios Florida. However, the Singapore version includes a different storyline with new sounds and effects, as well as a new ending featuring Imhotep being sealed inside his tomb. The ride's new theming was designed by Adirondack Studios, ITEC Entertainment Corp. and Universal Creative.

Comparison

Media

The Making of Revenge of the Mummy - The Ride at Universal Studios

Promotional Pre-Opening Video (2004)

Media Coverage

Revenge of the Mummy The Ride - Science of Universal Orlando Resort™

16th Anniversary Tribute

Artwork

Universal Studios Hollywood Park Guide from Opening Day

Universal Studios Hollywood Studio Guide/Park Map from opening day of Revenge of the Mummy: The Ride (June 2004)

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