SANTA MONICA, Calif. and
DUBAI, UAE, Oct. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The region's
largest immersive Hollywood-inspired theme park, MOTIONGATE™
Dubai, will start 2021 on a
high note, and earn the park a multitude of world firsts when it
launches two brand new, thrilling rides as part of its expansion of
the Lionsgate® Zone.
Thrill-seekers and fans of the major motion picture franchises
John Wick and Now You See Me, will be able to
experience two record breaking new rides in early 2021.
MOTIONGATE™ Dubai becomes
home to the first ever theme park rollercoaster inspired by the
global hit action franchise John Wick, whose first three
installments have grossed nearly $600
million at the worldwide box office. The Lionsgate Zone will
also introduce the world's fastest single-car spinning coaster
based on the popular twists and turns of heist thriller franchise
Now You See Me. The launch of these two world first coasters
will earn MOTIONGATE™ Dubai
the impressive record for the maximum number of rollercoasters in a
single theme park in the Middle East.
"This exciting expansion makes the Lionsgate Zone at Motiongate
Dubai the epicenter of immersive blockbuster thrills in the region"
said EVP and Head of Lionsgate Global Live, Interactive and
Location Based Entertainment, Jenefer
Brown. "For the first time ever, it will offer fans
the opportunity to experience the poetic action of John
Wick and masterful misdirection of Now You See
Me through exhilarating coaster experiences
Denis Pascal, General Manager at
MOTIONGATE™ Dubai commented:
"We're starting 2021 with a bang and offering our guests never
before experienced attractions! We're continually looking at ways
to enhance the MOTIONGATE™ Dubai
experience and we cannot wait to break some world records with
these two brand new coasters. They will not disappoint even the
most daring amongst us."
Set over a 310-meter track, and reaching speeds of up to 64km
per hour, John Wick: Open Contract will deliver up to
2.8 G-force from the 4D free spin coaster. Inspired by the events
of the recent films, after stepping inside The Continental, guests
will embark on a journey that simulates the epic action of the John
Wick world as the coaster races down a 4D track that provides both
forward and backward, freestyle spins.
Reaching speeds of up to 70 km per hour, riders of Now You
See Me: High Roller will feel like they are part of a
daring Horsemen escape as they race to expose the antics of a
criminal mastermind. Riders won't find a more intense coaster
experience anywhere due to its drops, non-inverted loops, and
Immelmann turn sections which will see riders make a full
180-degree turn after entering a thrilling half-loop section of the
track, followed by a half twist.
For tickets and more information please visit
www.motiongatedubai.com or call 800-AMAZING (2629464).
About MOTIONGATE™ Dubai
MOTIONGATE™ Dubai is the
Middle East's largest
movies-inspired theme park, inviting guests of all ages to step
into the magical, mythical worlds of some of cinema's most beloved
movies. Uniting three legendary film studios in one theme park –
Columbia Pictures, DreamWorks Animation and Lionsgate – visitors
will go beyond the screen and immerse themselves in the magic of
Hollywood, ensuring fun for the
whole family year round and creating memories to last a
lifetime.
Spread across five zones, guests of all ages will be entertained
by 27 key rides and attractions including roller coasters,
multi-media dark rides, interactive play labs, media-based theatre
shows, plus a full program of roaming entertainment and live dance
performances. Inspired by 13 of Hollywood's most beloved live action and
animated films, visitors will be transported into the world of
movies including Shrek, Kung Fu
Panda, Hotel Transylvania, Ghostbusters, The Smurfs and The
Hunger Games.
With nine family-friendly restaurants, 15 themed retail outlets
and the multi-purpose Hollywood Theatre, seating 1,000 guests, as
well as multiple kiosks offering light bites and merchandise
throughout the park, visitors have a full range of choices for
dining, entertainment and relaxation beyond the rides and
attractions. As part of its full-service offering, MOTIONGATE™
Dubai is enhanced with smart
technology, smart queuing, shaded walkways and offers full access
for visitors with mobility impairments.
MOTIONGATE™ Dubai opened in
December 2016 and is part of the
amazing experience of Dubai Parks and Resorts, the region's largest
multi-themed family entertainment destination.
About Dubai Parks and Resorts
Dubai Parks and Resorts owned by DXB Entertainments PJSC, is the
Middle East's largest multi-themed
leisure and entertainment destination comprising four
separate theme parks: MOTIONGATE™ Dubai, the region's largest Hollywood-inspired theme park, featuring
immersive rides and attractions based on Hollywood hits; LEGOLAND® Dubai, a unique, interactive theme park for
families which brings the well-known LEGO® brick to life in a
playful learning environment; and BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ Dubai, a first-of-its-kind theme park that
showcases rides and attractions based on some of Bollywood's
biggest blockbusters. It also hosts the LEGOLAND® Water Park; the
region's first water park catering to families with children aged
2-12.
The entire destination is connected by Riverland™ Dubai, the free to enter themed recreational
hub with a multitude of dining, shopping and unique entertainment
options that connects the theme parks, perfect for friends and
families of all ages. Guests can stay at the Lapita™ Hotel, a
Polynesian themed family hotel part of the Marriott Autograph
Collection.
Located on Sheikh Zayed Road
opposite the Palm Jebel Ali in Dubai, equidistant to Dubai and Abu Dhabi International Airports,
the destination offers over 100 rides and attractions
For more information, go to:
www.dubaiparksandresorts.com
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About Lionsgate
Combining the STARZ premium global subscription platform with
world-class motion picture and television studio operations,
Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B) brings a unique and varied portfolio
of entertainment to consumers around the world. Its film,
television, subscription and location-based entertainment
businesses are backed by a 17,000-title library and the largest
collection of film and television franchises in the independent
media space. A digital age company driven by its
entrepreneurial culture and commitment to innovation, the Lionsgate
brand is synonymous with bold, original, relatable entertainment
for the audiences it serves worldwide
About Lionsgate Location- Based Entertainment
The diversified portfolio of Lionsgate-branded attractions and
events that have debuted in the past three years include
the world's first vertical theme park Lionsgate Entertainment
World, the Lionsgate Zone of the Motiongate Dubai theme
park, the Official Saw Escape Room in Las Vegas, The Hunger Games: The Exhibition,
the Now You See Me Live touring magic show and La La Land
live-to-film global concert
tours. Additionally, Lionsgate has multiple live
experiences in development and is also
adapting several of its acclaimed intellectual
properties to the Broadway stage, including the long-running
television series Nashville and the film
sensation Wonder.
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