Despicable Me Minion Mayhem
2012 simulator ride attraction at Universal Studios theme parks based on the "Despicable Me" films
Despicable Me Minion Mayhem is an animated simulator ride attraction located at five amusement parks: Universal Studios Florida, Universal Studios Hollywood, Universal Studios Japan, Universal Studios Beijing, and Universal Studios Singapore. The attraction is based on Universal Pictures and Illumination's animated film Despicable Me (2010) and its franchise.
Voice cast
Steve Carell as Gru
Miranda Cosgrove as Margo
Dana Gaier as Edith
Elsie Fisher as Agnes
Russell Brand as Dr. Nefario
Pierre Coffin as the Minions
History
In March 2011, Universal Studios Florida announced that Jimmy Neutron's Nicktoon Blast would be closing to make way for a new attraction. The ride began seasonal operations on April 1, 2011, before officially closing on August 18, 2011.
On April 14, 2011, Universal Orlando Resort began a teaser campaign on their Facebook page where weekly hints were released leading up to the announcement of their upcoming attraction. On May 19, 2011, the attraction was officially announced at a live webcast at Universal Orlando Resort. Universal Destinations & Experiences also announced a major refurbishment of The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man at Islands of Adventure on the same day.
Construction for the Despicable Me attraction at Universal Studios Florida began in mid-August 2011, with the closure and removal of the former Jimmy Neutron ride. After a period of construction spanning several months, the attraction soft opened to the public on June 9, 2012.
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