DreamWorks Land opens at Universal Orlando: Get a first look!

The highly-anticipated DreamWorks Land is now open at Universal Orlando. From a “Kung-Fu Panda” training camp to “Shrek” themed swamp snacks, NBC’s Sam Brock shares a first look for TODAY.
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[@cf_1204]

The donkey pen was around in 2006.

[@Grahamrobinsonvt802]

Al in the swamp weather 😂

[@spotalarm1068]

“Including some of the all timers of Dreamworks animation” Brings Gabby

[@icc2010]

I get why they built it with kids in mind. But as an adult that grew up with shrek, id if it wasnt as kid like

[@DiscoverGuy]

I can't wait for Donkey's waffles

[@jonathanhahn6955]

Me Either :-)

[@UrWack007]

wow - the most underwhelming announcement - it's just for like small children? What about all of us who grew up with Shrek?

[@DominickSpano]

I mean I guess it is for really little kids and that is cool. As a grown man without kids that grew up with many of these movies this isn't for me, but again for youths seems wonderful.

[@jonathanhahn6955]

Well I For One Would Enjoy Going There Cause I Have Indeed Been Growing Up Watching All Those “DreamWorks: Movies & TV Shows “ :-)

[@Munichismybaby]

Al is so cute❤ waffles

[@nosocialtravel]

We got an interview with Shrek and Donkey before GTA 6 😅

[@fila6425]

This is so cool! My daughter is 2.5 yrs old. She definitely love this!! We live just 15 minutes away.

[@4KUniversalTV]

It’s so much fun!! And you can always have lunch at the TODAY Cafe! One of our favorites to eat at.

[@jonathanhahn6955]

Indeed It Will Be So Much Fun!! :-)

[@djmcflurry4038]

Universal Orlando needs a great movie ride

[@treyhuey1871]

Wow!

[@jennyjennyable]

So amazing!! I hope they open on at Disneyland!!❤ Shrek is my all time favorite!! 💚💚💚💚

[@lilyderooij]

Disneyland??? You mean UNIVERSAL???? Disney doesn’t own everything. Do your own research.

[@NetherKnight909]

666 likes and 66 comments, not something you see everyday.🤔

[@davidtownsend386]

Amen 🙏

[@davidtownsend386]

No! Don't move! If we scatter, he'll pick us off! Stand together!

[@jonathanhahn6955]

That’s The Line From “Aladar” From The Disney Movie “Dinosaur” :-)

[@kylekeller3398]

This looks fun and exciting! 🤩 But I still miss Woody Woodpecker's KidZone! 😭

[@taajoneil7084]

What in the world; They'll be a fun and amazing!

[@jonathanhahn6955]

Indeed It Will Be Fun & Amazing :-)

[@ArtisansDragonsMusic]

I’m making waffles

[@jonathanhahn6955]

Indeed :-)

[@EdwardSanchezProductions]

I love Shrek

[@jonathanhahn6955]

Me Too :-)

[@kylekeller3398]

Me three! 💚

[@jennyjennyable]

Shrek is such a great film!

[@mackenziemiller33]

I’ve always wanted to visit USA

[@goBucks-bk1gs]

We’d love to have you visit!

[@thepokekid01]

"Dreamworks Land" sounds like cheaping out on the individual IPs (Like I feel like Trolls could be its own Land, Shrek definitely can, and I think Kung Fu Panda could as well... I think How to Train Your Dragon is getting its own land, thank goodness, but if this is what I am looking forwards to then I don't know..)... but I guess this is just a park for the little ones. Still... I don't know if that is an excuse to be lazy. I mean, is it really worth $100+ a person to go to a more colorful and themed version of a local public park?

[@rckblzr]

Well, for $100, there are plenty of other rides in the park for you. Let the kids have this one.

[@UmmYeahOk]

@@rckblzrthere’s no denying it needed an update. Something from this century that’s a bit more timeless. But you can’t argue how much cheaper it feels. I mean, only 8 kids max can ride that merry go round. And who’s the unlucky soul who has to keep it moving? Troller coaster is fine, as they didn’t really do anything but retheme it, but Kung Fu Panda doesn’t really have much to it. Neither does Shrek. Mama Lunas is interactive, and it’s good that the Shrek and Donkey meet and greet have a better home, but the play area? These kids might’ve not known who Fievel was, but at least there was more to do and explore. People saw the original concept art for the Universal Kids Resort, and thought that’s what they were getting, a smaller version of that. Many knew what the DreamWorks Experience in Australia and DreamPlay in the Philippines was like, and thought they’d get something like that. We know DreamWorks themed kiddie areas can be done better, because we’ve seen it.

[@UmmYeahOk]

Trolls and Shrek will get their own land, but it will be in a different state. Universal Kids Resort in Texas. It’s expected to open in 2026.

[@davidtownsend386]

He's the truest, bluest Friend you've ever have Oh, hop aboard the back of Ord You know it won't be bad He'll do the loop-de-loop right Through the air with a great big laugh and a Oh, yeah! Do the Ord Shuffle round and round we go Do the Ord Shuffle round and round we go He'll give you great big hugs But don't mention bugs! Do the Ord Shuffle He's the coolest (Coolest) , sweetest (Sweetest) Dragon in the land And if you ever need a friend, my friend You know he's there to lend a hand (That's right) He'll do the loop-de-loop right Through the air with a great big laugh and a Oh, yeah! Do the Ord Shuffle round and round we go Do the Ord Shuffle give into the flow He really loves to eat And he's light on his feet Do the Ord Shuffle

[@MrBrewman95]

Funny how Disney owns Dreamworks now and yet this is at Universal.

[@harrisonlopez5400]

Looks like Disney is kicking Rocks and I’m going to universal Monthly now

[@davidtownsend386]

He's the truest, bluest Friend you've ever have Oh, hop aboard the back of Ord You know it won't be bad He'll do the loop-de-loop right Through the air with a great big laugh and a Oh, yeah! Do the Ord Shuffle round and round we go Do the Ord Shuffle round and round we go He'll give you great big hugs But don't mention bugs! Do the Ord Shuffle He's the coolest (Coolest) , sweetest (Sweetest) Dragon in the land And if you ever need a friend, my friend You know he's there to lend a hand (That's right) He'll do the loop-de-loop right Through the air with a great big laugh and a Oh, yeah!

[@SuperCeleste007]

1:13 they seriously made up a word that now Internet people can use for jokes

[@davidtownsend386]

God bless amusement parks 🙏

[@jonathanhahn6955]

Indeed :-)

[@davidtownsend386]

celestial

[@redeye007]

Don’t they know kids grew up with shrek so now those kids are adults. They should have made this land to appeal to both adults and kids. I’m still waiting for someone to make far far away and make Fiona’s castle.

[@sheaffel]

Very cool!

[@davidtownsend386]

Looks crack a lackin put in higher education Madagascar and more fun 👏

[@jonathanhahn6955]

It Is Indeed A “Crack A Lackin” :-)

[@amberfehl6507]

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[@jusadude7162]

Wow…Pandas = China = laundry ?????? Stereotype much? 🤦‍♂️

[@AcidAroma]

Didn’t really show much, seems like it’s just mainly for very young kids

[@vGREENARROWv]

Good

[@diving1m354]

3:17

[@vcarter0723]

"highly anticipated"

[@NewHaven203]

With the ticket prices being as high as they are I will not be going, not worth the money anymore

[@diving1m354]

3:1-7

[@Theaveragesiamese]

Disappointing, I was hoping for more, at least more ride/shows rather than playgrounds. I understand its supposed to be for young kids, but at that point youre literally charging parents 100+ a ticket to take their kid to a high end regular park playground, but with a mini coaster. Not to mention, nothing for adults without kids to enjoy, or parents who enjoy those ips.

[@Curious_Skeptic]

Donkey sounds a bit overly ... well say n.

[@javiruiz8365]

This looks lame!!!😂😂😂

[@mcduane71]

It's meant for ages 3-6

[@dirtysilentphantom97-q8t]

Don’t worry epic universe opens next year! Whole new park

[@XJCherokeeBear]

@@mcduane71 Same with Barney that use to be there.

[@vGREENARROWv]

It’s for little ones Timmy

[@SKS8080]

No thanks

[@AMexicanPerson]

Too bad universal went woke. RIP

[@jonathanhahn6955]

WOW Now That Sounds Like Fun Going To The “DreamWorks Land” Amusement Park For Everyone To Enjoy :-)🎡🎢🌙🎞️📺🎥🎟️🎬📀🧀🥤🍿🌭🍭🥨