What we know about Universal’s first European theme park Universal’s first European theme park to open in Bedford in £50bn boost for economy The Independent UK · Apr 9, 2025
What to expect from Universal's first UK theme park in Bedfordshire The multi-billion-pound venue, the first such Universal attraction in Europe, will include a 500-room hotel and attractions inspired by top franchises Evening Standard · Apr 9, 2025
First images of what UK’s 476-acre Universal Studios theme park could look like The first images of the UK's Universal Studios theme park have been released, showing the 476-acre site near Bedford that is expected to generate nearly £50 billion for the economy by 2055. The Independent UK · Apr 9, 2025
Universal theme park will bring growth, jobs and joy to UK, PM says The Prime Minister sought to strike an optimistic note and talk up domestic strengths amid ongoing market turmoil. Evening Standard · Apr 9, 2025
Universal unveils plans for Europe's biggest theme park in UK Universal Studios will open its first European theme park in the UK in 2031. Euronews · Apr 9, 2025
Starmer rejects claim there are ‘strong arguments’ for suspending fiscal rules amid US tariffs – as it happened The PM doubled down on his insistence the government won’t change its fiscal rules, describing them as ‘ironclad’ and ‘non-negotiable’ The Guardian - UK · Apr 9, 2025
Universal secures deal with Labour to bring 'world-class' theme park to UK A deal to secure the first Universal theme park in Europe has been closed by the Government in the hope it will generate tens of billions of pounds… The National (Scotland) · Apr 9, 2025
UK To Host Europe's First Universal Theme Park Universal will build its first European theme park in Britain, Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Wednesday, unveiling a mega deal which could create thousands of jobs and attract millions of tourists. International Business Times · Apr 9, 2025
Universal’s first European theme park to open in Bedford in £50bn boost for economy The 476-acre site is expected to see 8.5 million visitors in its first year and generate 28,000 jobs The Independent UK · Apr 8, 2025
Universal chooses Bedford to be location of its first theme park in Europe Keir Starmer hails visitor attraction – set to open in 2031 – as a way to bring jobs and growth to region The Guardian - UK · Apr 8, 2025
Universal theme park set to open an hour from London in 2031 after Government backs deal Some 8.5 million visitors are expected to visit the resort, on the site of a former brickworks near Bedford, in its first year Evening Standard · Apr 8, 2025
First Universal theme park set to open in UK in 2031, Starmer confirms The 476-acre site in Bedfordshire is expected to see 8.5 million visitors and generate nearly £50 billion The Independent UK · Apr 8, 2025
Quentin Tarantino's Most Terrifyingly Timely War Epic Just Got A Huge Upgrade Fighting fascism has never looked better with 'Inglourious Basterds' 4K UHD upgrade. Inverse · Apr 6, 2025
Could 'How to Train Your Dragon' Be The First Good Live-Action Adaptation? Universal's 'How to Train Your Dragon' remake, fresh from a positive early reception, is already getting a sequel. Inverse · Apr 3, 2025
Total Film · Apr 3, 2025 Despite still being filmed, the studio behind Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey is already declaring it a "masterpiece" that Homer "would quite likely be proud of" The movie is currently filming
The Independent UK · Apr 3, 2025 Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo tease new 'Wicked: For Good' footage during CinemaCon victory lap When Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo and director Jon M
BANG Premier · Mar 27, 2025 Happy Death Day director Christopher Landon reveals 'weird' Universal talks about sequel Filmmaker Christoper Landon would still love to make 'Happy Death Day 3', but his "weird" discussions with Universal and Blumhouse haven't resulted in any movement.
Total Film · Mar 26, 2025 Happy Death Day writer shoots down hopes of a third movie, despite being "ready to go" with the horror sequel: "It was weird" Exclusive: Christopher Landon says it's "up to Blumhouse and Universal" as to whether Happy Death Day 3 becomes a reality
Inverse · Mar 25, 2025 93 Years Later, A Classic Monster Movie Will Be Reborn Again A new version of 'The Mummy' is coming from Lee Cronin, and there's plenty of reason to be optimistic.
MusicRadar · Mar 18, 2025 “Instead of accepting the loss like the unbothered rap artist he often claims to be, he has sued his own record label in a misguided attempt to salve his wounds”: Universal Music hits back in Drake defamation case Record company argues that Drake’s action “disregards the conventions of the diss track genre”
The Guardian - AU · Mar 18, 2025 ‘Drake lost a rap battle’: Universal files motion to dismiss rapper’s ‘misguided’ lawsuit Drake’s attorneys accuse Universal of being ‘a greedy company’ that is ‘finally being held responsible for profiting from dangerous misinformation’.
BANG Premier · Mar 17, 2025 ‘I’m 100 per cent optimistic’: Amanda Seyfried weighs in on Mamma Mia! 3 Nearly seven years on from 'Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again', Amanda Seyfried has emphasised she is "100 per cent optimistic" a third film in the musical series will be made.
Fortune · Mar 14, 2025 Universal begins selling one-day passes to its soon-to-launch Epic Universe theme park Park opens on May 22.
Total Film · Mar 13, 2025 Wicked: For Good release date, cast, story, and everything else you need to know about Wicked Part 2 From reviews to cast, here's everything you need to know about Wicked: For Good
Total Film · Mar 12, 2025 Jurassic World Rebirth studio asked Scarlett Johansson to join Instagram, but she refused: "The film will do fine" Universal tried to get Scarlett Johansson on social media for Jurassic World Rebirth, but she's not making the leap