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Home / Quizzes / Movie Magic Quiz: 115 Trivia Questions About Universal Studios

Movie Magic Quiz: 115 Trivia Questions About Universal Studios

July 25, 2023 By Trivia Bliss Staff Leave a Comment

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Lights, camera, trivia! Welcome to the Universal Studios quiz, where the rides are factual, and the popcorn is… metaphorical. We’ve rolled out the red carpet and the fact reel for a magical tour through movie history, behind-the-scenes secrets, and theme park thrills. So, buckle up, grab your 3D glasses, and hold on to your butts because this quiz is going to be more action-packed than a car chase scene in ‘Fast & Furious’! Can you master the mysteries of this cinematic colossus or will you be left on the cutting room floor? Let’s find out!

1. When was Universal Studios Hollywood first established?

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Universal Studios Hollywood was first established in 1912.

2. What is the most expensive film ever produced by Universal Studios?

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As of 2021, the most expensive film produced by Universal Studios is “Furious 7” with an estimated budget of $190 million.

3. What’s a bizarre rule that Universal Studios has for its visitors?

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One bizarre rule Universal Studios has for its visitors is that they are not allowed to feed any of the animals, including birds, in the parks.

4. What was the first ride ever created at Universal Studios Hollywood?

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The first ride ever created at Universal Studios Hollywood was the Studio Tour, which opened in 1964.

5. Which is the largest Universal Studios park in terms of total area?

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Universal Studios Beijing is the largest park in terms of total area, covering 420 acres.

6. Who was the first celebrity to have their handprints placed in front of Universal Studios?

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The first celebrity to have their handprints placed in front of Universal Studios was silent film star Norma Talmadge in 1927.

7. What was the most successful film produced by Universal Studios in terms of box office gross?

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As of 2021, the most successful film produced by Universal Studios in terms of box office gross is “Jurassic World”.

8. What’s an unusual feature about the restrooms in Universal Studios Japan?

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The restrooms in Universal Studios Japan have toilets with built-in bidets, which can be an unusual feature for some visitors.

9. What was the first ever 3D film to be shown at Universal Studios?

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The first ever 3D film to be shown at Universal Studios was “It Came from Outer Space” in 1953.

10. What is the tallest structure in Universal Studios Florida?

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The tallest structure in Universal Studios Florida is the Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit, which stands at 167 feet tall.

11. What unusual event occurred in Universal Studios on Halloween 1991?

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In 1991, Universal Studios Hollywood held its first Halloween Horror Nights event, which was then known as ‘Fright Nights’.

12. Who was the first character to have their own dedicated attraction in Universal Studios?

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The first character to have their own dedicated attraction in Universal Studios was King Kong in the ‘King Kong Encounter’ as part of the Studio Tour.

13. What’s the largest indoor ride in Universal Studios Singapore?

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The largest indoor ride in Universal Studios Singapore is the “Transformers: The Ride” attraction.

14. Who directed the first film ever produced by Universal Studios?

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The first film ever produced by Universal Studios was directed by its founder, Carl Laemmle.

15. What’s a strange item lost and found at Universal Studios?

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One of the strangest items ever reported lost at Universal Studios was a glass eye.

16. What was the first animated film produced by Universal Studios?

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The first animated film produced by Universal Studios was “The Secret Life of Pets” in 2016.

17. Which is the most expensive ride ever created in Universal Studios?

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As of 2021, the most expensive ride created in Universal Studios is “Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts” in Universal Studios Florida.

18. What’s an odd food you can find in Universal Studios Japan?

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One odd food you can find in Universal Studios Japan is a black teriyaki chicken leg, inspired by the “Jurassic World” franchise.

19. Who was the first Universal Studios’ monster character?

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The first Universal Studios’ monster character was Frankenstein’s monster, appearing in the 1931 film “Frankenstein”.

20. What’s the biggest theater in Universal Studios Hollywood?

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The biggest theater in Universal Studios Hollywood is the Universal Cinema, an AMC Theatre, with 18 screens.

21. Who was the first woman director of a film at Universal Studios?

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The first woman director of a film at Universal Studios was Lois Weber, who started directing for the studio in the 1910s.

22. What’s the most unusual drink you can try in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios?

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The most unusual drink you can try in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter is the Butterbeer, a non-alcoholic beverage with a taste reminiscent of butterscotch and shortbread.

23. What was the first horror film produced by Universal Studios?

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The first horror film produced by Universal Studios was “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” in 1923.

24. What is the largest set on Universal Studios Hollywood’s backlot?

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The largest set on Universal Studios Hollywood’s backlot is the Metropolitan Set, which has been used in numerous films and TV shows.

25. What was the first film to gross over $100 million for Universal Studios?

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The first film to gross over $100 million for Universal Studios was “Jaws” in 1975.

26. What is a peculiar souvenir you can purchase at Universal Studios?

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A peculiar souvenir you can purchase at Universal Studios is a replica of the One-Eyed Willie’s treasure map from “The Goonies”.

27. What was the first theme park that Universal Studios opened outside of the United States?

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The first Universal Studios theme park opened outside of the United States was Universal Studios Japan, which opened in 2001.

28. What is the most extreme roller coaster in Universal Studios?

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As of 2021, the most extreme roller coaster in Universal Studios is the “Incredible Hulk Coaster” at Universal’s Islands of Adventure in Florida, which features a top speed of 67 mph and seven inversions.

29. What’s a strange costume rule for guests at Universal Studios parks?

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Guests over the age of 14 are not allowed to wear costumes in Universal Studios parks, to prevent confusion between guests and official park characters.

30. Who was the first musician to have a concert at Universal Studios?

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The first musician to have a concert at Universal Studios was Elton John, performing at the Universal Amphitheatre in 1972.

31. What’s the most popular food item at Universal Studios parks?

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The most popular food item at Universal Studios parks is the giant Lard Lad donut available in the Springfield section, themed after “The Simpsons”.

32. What was the first Universal Studios film to win an Academy Award for Best Picture?

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The first Universal Studios film to win an Academy Award for Best Picture was “The Sting” in 1973.

33. What’s the biggest water ride at Universal Studios?

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The biggest water ride at Universal Studios is “Jurassic Park: The Ride” at Universal Studios Hollywood.

34. What’s a peculiar fact about the making of the “Jaws” ride at Universal Studios?

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A peculiar fact about the making of the “Jaws” ride is that the original version of the ride was so problematic, it had to be shut down after a few months and was completely rebuilt.

35. What was the first Universal Studios film to be shot in color?

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The first Universal Studios film to be shot in color was “Arabian Nights” in 1942.

36. Who was the first child actor to win an Academy Award for a Universal Studios film?

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The first child actor to win an Academy Award for a Universal Studios film was Tatum O’Neal for “Paper Moon” in 1973.

37. What’s the most unusual merchandise you can buy at Universal Studios?

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The most unusual merchandise you can buy at Universal Studios is a lifelike interactive wand at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter.

38. What was the first roller coaster built at Universal Studios?

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The first roller coaster built at Universal Studios was the “Hollywood Rip, Ride, Rockit” at Universal Studios Florida in 2009.

39. What’s the largest parade ever held at Universal Studios?

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The largest parade ever held at Universal Studios was the Superstar Parade in Universal Studios Florida, featuring characters from various Universal franchises.

40. What was the first IMAX film shown at Universal Studios?

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The first IMAX film shown at Universal Studios was “T-Rex: Back to the Cretaceous” in 1998.

41. What’s a strange incident that has happened at Universal Studios?

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A strange incident that happened at Universal Studios was when the King Kong figure caught fire at Universal Studios Hollywood in 2008.

42. What was the first black and white film produced by Universal Studios?

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The first black and white film produced by Universal Studios was “Traffic in Souls” in 1913.

43. What’s the most expensive merchandise ever sold at Universal Studios?

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The most expensive merchandise ever sold at Universal Studios is a high-end replica of the DeLorean Time Machine from “Back to the Future” with a price tag of $65,000.

44. What was the first musical produced by Universal Studios?

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The first musical produced by Universal Studios was “Show Boat” in 1929.

45. What’s the highest-grossing concert ever held at Universal Studios?

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As of 2021, the highest-grossing concert ever held at Universal Studios has not been publicly disclosed.

46. What’s an odd rule for employees working at Universal Studios?

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An odd rule for employees working at Universal Studios is that they cannot break character while in the park, even during emergencies.

47. What was the first science fiction film produced by Universal Studios?

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The first science fiction film produced by Universal Studios was “The Invisible Ray” in 1936.

48. What’s the largest stage at Universal Studios?

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The largest stage at Universal Studios is Stage 12 at Universal Studios Hollywood, which has been used for numerous large-scale productions like “Jurassic Park”.

49. What was the first sequel produced by Universal Studios?

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The first sequel produced by Universal Studios was “The Son of Kong”, a sequel to “King Kong”, in 1933.

50. Who was the first animated character to get a star on the Universal Studios Walk of Fame?

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The first animated character to get a star on the Universal Studios Walk of Fame was Woody Woodpecker.

51. What’s the most unusual flavor of ice cream you can find at Universal Studios?

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The most unusual flavor of ice cream you can find at Universal Studios is Sticky Toffee Pudding at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter.

52. What was the first Universal Studios film to be nominated for an Academy Award?

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The first Universal Studios film to be nominated for an Academy Award was “All Quiet on the Western Front” in 1930.

53. What’s the biggest special event ever hosted at Universal Studios?

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The biggest special event ever hosted at Universal Studios is the “Halloween Horror Nights”, an annual event that takes place in several Universal Studios parks around the world.

54. What’s a strange policy that Universal Studios has about its rides?

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A strange policy that Universal Studios has about its rides is that single riders can skip the line on some rides to fill empty seats.

55. What was the first film in the Universal Monsters series?

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The first film in the Universal Monsters series was “Dracula” in 1931.

56. What’s the most expensive souvenir you can purchase at Universal Studios?

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The most expensive souvenir you can purchase at Universal Studios is a high-end replica of the DeLorean Time Machine from “Back to the Future”, priced at $65,000.

57. What was the first 4D film shown at Universal Studios?

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The first 4D film shown at Universal Studios was “Shrek 4-D”, which opened in 2003.

58. What’s the largest crowd ever recorded at Universal Studios?

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As of 2021, the largest crowd ever recorded at Universal Studios has not been publicly disclosed.

59. What’s a bizarre fact about one of the Universal Studios’ mascots?

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A bizarre fact about one of the Universal Studios’ mascots, Woody Woodpecker, is that he has his own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

60. Who was the first Universal Studios actor to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame?

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The first Universal Studios actor to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame was Norman Taurog in 1960.

61. What’s the most successful animation franchise of Universal Studios?

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The most successful animation franchise of Universal Studios is “Despicable Me” and its related films, including the “Minions” spin-off.

62. What was the first talkie film produced by Universal Studios?

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The first talkie film produced by Universal Studios was “Melody of Love” in 1928.

63. What’s an unusual pet policy in Universal Studios?

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An unusual pet policy in Universal Studios is that service animals are permitted in the park, but they are not allowed on most rides.

64. What’s the largest sound stage at Universal Studios?

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The largest sound stage at Universal Studios is Stage 12 in Hollywood, which is 29,500 square feet.

65. Who was the first actress to sign a contract with Universal Studios?

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The first actress to sign a contract with Universal Studios was Florence Lawrence in 1910.

66. What’s the most peculiar attraction at Universal Studios?

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One of the most peculiar attractions at Universal Studios is the Horror Make-Up Show in Florida, which showcases how makeup is used to create horror movie effects.

67. What was the first animated film produced by Universal Studios?

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The first animated feature produced by Universal Studios was “The Secret Life of Pets” in 2016, after the formation of Illumination Entertainment in 2007.

68. What’s the biggest investment Universal Studios ever made in a theme park?

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The biggest investment Universal Studios ever made in a theme park was the construction of Universal Studios Beijing, estimated to cost $6.5 billion.

69. What’s a strange fact about the Universal Studios logo?

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A strange fact about the Universal Studios logo is that it has been changed over 10 times since the company’s inception in 1912, most recently for its 100th anniversary in 2012.

70. What was the first Universal Studios film to be screened in China?

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The first Universal Studios film to be screened in China was “Jurassic Park” in 1993.

71. What’s the most expensive ride ever built at Universal Studios?

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As of 2021, the most expensive ride ever built at Universal Studios is the “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey”, estimated to have cost $200 million.

72. What was the first foreign language film produced by Universal Studios?

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The first foreign language film produced by Universal Studios was “Anna Karenina” in 1915, which was made in Russian.

73. What’s an unusual job position at Universal Studios?

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An unusual job position at Universal Studios is a “scareactor” – an actor who scares guests during the Halloween Horror Nights event.

74. What’s the largest film ever shot at Universal Studios?

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The largest film ever shot at Universal Studios in terms of scale was “Spartacus” in 1960, which included large battle scenes with thousands of extras.

75. Who was the first director to win an Academy Award for a Universal Studios film?

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The first director to win an Academy Award for a Universal Studios film was Lewis Milestone for “All Quiet on the Western Front” in 1930.

76. What’s the most successful television series ever produced by Universal Television?

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The most successful television series ever produced by Universal Television is “Law & Order” which has spawned several spin-offs and is one of the longest-running television series in U.S. history.

77. What was the first theme park ride ever built by Universal Studios?

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The first theme park ride ever built by Universal Studios was “The Studio Tour”, a tram tour of the studio’s backlot, which opened with the park in 1964.

78. What’s a strange fact about the “Jaws” ride at Universal Studios?

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A strange fact about the “Jaws” ride at Universal Studios is that the shark animatronics used in the ride were often malfunctioning, which earned them the nickname “Flaws”.

79. What’s the most expensive movie ever produced by Universal Studios?

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As of 2021, the most expensive movie ever produced by Universal Studios is “Waterworld”, which cost $175 million.

80. Who was the first actor to win an Academy Award for a Universal Studios film?

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The first actor to win an Academy Award for a Universal Studios film was George Arliss for “Disraeli” in 1929.

81. What’s the most unusual themed restaurant at Universal Studios?

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One of the most unusual themed restaurants at Universal Studios is the “Mythos Restaurant” at Islands of Adventure in Florida, which is designed like a cavern in an ancient mythological setting.

82. What was the first Universal Studios movie to win an Academy Award for Best Picture?

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The first Universal Studios movie to win an Academy Award for Best Picture was “All Quiet on the Western Front” in 1930.

83. What’s the most expensive construction project ever undertaken by Universal Studios?

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The most expensive construction project ever undertaken by Universal Studios is Universal Studios Beijing, estimated to cost around $6.5 billion.

84. What’s a peculiar fact about Universal Studios Hollywood?

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A peculiar fact about Universal Studios Hollywood is that it’s both a functioning film studio and a theme park, making it one of the oldest and most famous Hollywood film studios still in use.

85. What was the first animated feature produced by Universal Animation Studios?

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The first animated feature produced by Universal Animation Studios was “An American Tail” in 1986.

86. What’s the most expensive prop used in a Universal Studios film?

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The most expensive prop used in a Universal Studios film is the “Jurassic Park” T-Rex animatronic, which cost $1 million to build.

87. What was the first 3D film produced by Universal Studios?

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The first 3D film produced by Universal Studios was “It Came from Outer Space” in 1953.

88. What’s an unusual fact about the costume characters at Universal Studios?

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An unusual fact about the costume characters at Universal Studios is that they are required to stay in character at all times while in the park, even during emergencies.

89. What’s the highest-grossing Universal Studios movie of all time?

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As of 2021, the highest-grossing Universal Studios movie of all time is “Jurassic World” which grossed over $1.6 billion worldwide.

90. Who was the first woman director hired by Universal Studios?

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The first woman director hired by Universal Studios was Lois Weber in the 1910s.

91. What’s the most successful franchise of Universal Studios?

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The most successful franchise of Universal Studios is the “Fast & Furious” franchise, which has grossed over $5 billion worldwide as of 2021.

92. What was the first theme park opened by Universal Studios?

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The first theme park opened by Universal Studios was Universal Studios Hollywood, which opened in July 1964.

93. What’s a strange fact about the “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey” ride at Universal Studios?

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A strange fact about the “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey” ride at Universal Studios is that the Dementors used in the ride are so scary that they have been known to make people pass out.

94. What’s the largest box office hit for Universal Studios in terms of worldwide gross?

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The largest box office hit for Universal Studios in terms of worldwide gross is “Jurassic World”, which earned over $1.6 billion globally.

95. Who was the first Universal Studios actor to receive a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Oscars?

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The first Universal Studios actor to receive a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Oscars was Kirk Douglas in 1996.

96. What’s the most unusual event ever held at Universal Studios?

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One of the most unusual events ever held at Universal Studios was the “Bill and Ted’s Excellent Halloween Adventure” show, a comedic live show held during Halloween Horror Nights that parodied pop culture events from the preceding year.

97. What was the first Universal Studios film to win an Oscar for Best Director?

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The first Universal Studios film to win an Oscar for Best Director was “All Quiet on the Western Front”, directed by Lewis Milestone in 1930.

98. What’s the most expensive show ever produced at Universal Studios theme parks?

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The most expensive show ever produced at Universal Studios theme parks is “WaterWorld: A Live Sea War Spectacular”, a live action stunt show based on the 1995 film “Waterworld”.

99. What’s a strange fact about the “Back to the Future: The Ride” at Universal Studios?

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A strange fact about the “Back to the Future: The Ride” at Universal Studios is that it continued to operate for nearly seven years after the release of the last film in the trilogy, finally closing in 2007.

100. What was the first film produced by Universal Studios to win an Oscar for Best Actor?

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The first film produced by Universal Studios to win an Oscar for Best Actor was “Disraeli” in 1929, for which George Arliss won the award.

101. What’s the most successful video game franchise produced by Universal Interactive Studios?

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The most successful video game franchise produced by Universal Interactive Studios, now known as Vivendi Games, is “Crash Bandicoot”.

102. What was the first roller coaster built at Universal Studios?

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The first roller coaster built at Universal Studios was the “Rockit” at Universal Studios Florida, which opened in 2009.

103. What’s a peculiar fact about the “E.T. Adventure” ride at Universal Studios?

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A peculiar fact about the “E.T. Adventure” ride at Universal Studios is that it’s the only original ride that still exists from the park’s opening in 1990.

104. What’s the most expensive costume ever used in a Universal Studios film?

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The most expensive costume ever used in a Universal Studios film is the robotic exoskeleton used in “Pacific Rim”, which was valued at over $100,000.

105. Who was the first Universal Studios actor to win an Oscar for Best Actress?

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The first Universal Studios actor to win an Oscar for Best Actress was Louise Dresser for “A Ship Comes In” in 1928.

106. What’s the most successful horror film produced by Universal Studios?

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The most successful horror film produced by Universal Studios is “Jaws”, which upon its release in 1975, became the highest-grossing film of all time until it was surpassed by “Star Wars” in 1977.

107. What was the first IMAX film released by Universal Studios?

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The first IMAX film released by Universal Studios was “Apollo 13: The IMAX Experience” in 2002.

108. What’s a strange fact about the Universal Studios logo?

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A strange fact about the Universal Studios logo is that it was designed by famed logo designer Saul Bass in 1997 and has remained unchanged since then.

109. What’s the highest-grossing animated film produced by Universal Studios?

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The highest-grossing animated film produced by Universal Studios is “Minions” from 2015, which grossed over $1.1 billion worldwide.

110. Who was the first child actor to win an Oscar for a Universal Studios film?

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The first child actor to win an Oscar for a Universal Studios film was Tatum O’Neal, who won Best Supporting Actress for “Paper Moon” in 1973. However, “Paper Moon” was not produced by Universal but distributed by Paramount Pictures.

111. What’s the longest running show at Universal Studios theme parks?

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The longest running show at Universal Studios theme parks is the “Universal’s Horror Make-Up Show” at Universal Studios Florida, which has been running since the park’s opening in 1990.

112. What was the first color film produced by Universal Studios?

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The first color film produced by Universal Studios was “The Phantom of the Opera” in 1925, which contained a sequence in Technicolor.

113. What’s a peculiar fact about the “Jaws” ride at Universal Studios?

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A peculiar fact about the “Jaws” ride at Universal Studios is that it was plagued with technical difficulties when it first opened and had to be rebuilt, reopening with a smoother operation in 1993.

114. What’s the most expensive merchandise ever sold at Universal Studios?

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The most expensive merchandise ever sold at Universal Studios is a replica of the Hogwarts Castle from the “Harry Potter” series, priced at $495.

115. Who was the first Universal Studios actor to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame?

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The first Universal Studios actor to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame was Norman Lloyd in 1999.

Final Words

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