Universal Orlando is bringing serious speed to Central Florida.
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The resort announced on January 20, 2026, that Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift will debut at Universal Studios Florida in 2027. The new roller coaster will replace the current Fast & Furious: Supercharged attraction, which is set to permanently close next year to make way for this high-octane addition.
What We Know About Hollywood Drift
Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift is an outdoor roller coaster featuring 360-degree drifting maneuvers. The signature element: a 170-foot vertical “spike” that sends riders nearly 17 stories in the air, overlooking the outskirts of Universal CityWalk.
The experience puts guests in the driver’s seat of the Fast & Furious universe, blending Universal’s latest coaster technology with the franchise’s signature street racing action.
How It Compares to Supercharged
The current Fast & Furious: Supercharged is a motion simulator that immerses riders through screens and story. Hollywood Drift switches to a full outdoor roller coaster format—similar to how Jurassic World VelociCoaster and Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure deliver physical thrills rather than screen-based experiences.
The new coaster shares a name with the Universal Studios Hollywood version opening first (later this year), but Universal notes the Florida version won’t be a carbon copy. The Hollywood version features 4,100 feet of track and speeds up to 72 mph—expect Florida’s to be equally ambitious.
Timeline
- 2025: Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit closes (replaced by construction)
- Late 2025/Early 2026: Universal Studios Hollywood’s Hollywood Drift opens
- 2027: Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift opens at Universal Studios Florida
- 2027: Fast & Furious: Supercharged permanently closes
Why This Matters
Universal is clearly committed to Fast & Furious as a cornerstone franchise for its parks. By shifting from a screen-driven simulator to a physical roller coaster experience, the company is aligning the brand with its most popular modern attractions.
The existing Supercharged ride has run for a decade at Universal Studios Florida. Its replacement signals a new era for Fast & Furious fans looking for next-level thrills.
Planning to visit Universal Studios Florida before Supercharged closes? You can grab discounted tickets through our partner to experience it while you still can.
Are you excited for Hollywood Drift, or will you miss Fast & Furious: Supercharged? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
Originally reported by USA Today and ScreenRant.
Mark Layton
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