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'Wizarding World of Harry Potter' heading to Universal Studios Hollywood in 2016

By Karen Butler
Universal Studios Hollywood
Universal Studios Hollywood

HOLLYWOOD , June 2 (UPI) -- The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is scheduled to open at Universal Studios Hollywood in the spring of 2016.

The theme park's new district will feature a replica Hogwarts castle and the Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey ride. Similar attractions have already been enormous successes at Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Japan.

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"Harry Potter is an exhilarating multi-generational global phenomenon that has captivated the world's attention across every one of its mediums, from books and movies to exhilarating theme park adventures," Larry Kurzweil, president of Universal Studios Hollywood, said in a statement Tuesday. "With its imminent arrival to the entertainment capital of L.A., Universal Studios Hollywood is thrilled to bring our guests a new, compelling experience of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter as we embark on this next chapter in our storied history."

"The momentum behind J.K. Rowling's wizarding world is as strong as ever and we are incredibly excited to bring Hogwarts to Hollywood," added Brad Globe, president of Warner Bros. Consumer Products. "Fans around the world have experienced the magic at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Orlando and Osaka and we look forward to continued success with our partners at Universal Studios Hollywood as we offer more fans a chance to step into this immersive environment."

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