Universal Orlando Resort has confirmed that one of its long-running attractions, Fast & Furious: Supercharged, is scheduled to close permanently in 2027 as the park continues a major refresh of its thrill-ride lineup. The change reflects a shift in focus toward new, more dynamic experiences themed to the blockbuster Fast & Furious franchise and broader Universal park developments.
Fast & Furious: Supercharged first opened at Universal Studios Florida in 2018, bringing a screen-based chase experience to the park that put guests in the heart of a high-speed pursuit involving characters from the films. While the ride delivered the franchise’s signature action on giant projection screens, it never achieved the same fan acclaim as some of the resort’s more immersive or high-thrill attractions.
The decision to retire Supercharged is tied to Universal Orlando’s broader investment in a major new attraction: Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift, a full outdoor roller coaster set to debut in 2027. This next-generation coaster will offer riders an exhilarating combination of high speeds and controlled 360-degree drifting sensations — a stark contrast to the mostly stationary motion of the existing Supercharged experience.
Hollywood Drift will replace the now-closed Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit coaster’s footprint, delivering dramatic elements such as a 170-foot vertical spike that lifts riders nearly 17 stories above the park, plus a sprawling course of track that leans into the globe-trotting adrenaline of the Fast & Furious films.
While the official closure date for Supercharged in 2027 has not been announced, the park’s messaging makes clear that its retirement will coincide with the preparations for Hollywood Drift’s opening. Fans looking to experience the current ride one last time will have a limited window in the coming year before it makes way for the more intense coaster experience.
This move aligns with broader trends in theme parks, where screen-based attractions are increasingly giving way to immersive, physically engaging rides that leverage popular intellectual property. At Universal Orlando, recent years have seen the addition of coasters and experiences tied to major franchises, from Jurassic World to Harry Potter and now Fast & Furious.
As the park evolves, the closure of Fast & Furious: Supercharged marks the end of a chapter in how Universal has interpreted movie tie-in rides. The incoming Hollywood Drift coaster promises a next-level thrill that’s as much about motion and spectacle as it is about cinematic connection, a fitting evolution for a franchise built on speed and stunts.