Motiongate Dubai

"Motiongate Dubai, located in Dubai Parks and Resorts, is a Hollywood-inspired theme park that showcases attractions based on popular media franchises. Opened on December 16, 2016, it was initially slated to open on October 31, 2016, but faced delays. The park is home to five themed areas, each centered around iconic studios and franchises. It includes properties from Sony Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, Lionsgate, and Peyo, providing a blend of thrill rides, immersive environments, and family-friendly attractions. The park's attractions cover a broad range of famous films and series. The **Columbia Pictures** area is themed around Sony's movies, such as *Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs*, *Hotel Transylvania*, *Ghostbusters*, *Zombieland*, *The Green Hornet*, and *Underworld*. The **DreamWorks** area is an indoor section with sub-areas based on *Shrek*, *Madagascar*, *Kung Fu Panda*, and *How to Train Your Dragon*, each offering themed rides and experiences. The **Shrek** area features a dark ride and a children's flat ride, while **Madagascar** brings the circus theme to life with a high-speed dark ride and other fun attractions. **Kung Fu Panda** offers a 3D simulator and flat ride, while **How to Train Your Dragon** invites visitors into a Viking-themed world with a coaster adventure and a swinging ride. The **Smurfs' Village**, based on Peyo's *The Smurfs*, includes a rollercoaster and a flat ride, making it a perfect spot for families. Lastly, the **Lionsgate** area brings the action of the *Hunger Games*, *Now You See Me*, and *John Wick* franchises into the park with four thrilling rides. The park also includes **Studio Central**, the main entrance area, which features Hollywood-themed shopping and dining options. The park has expanded over time, such as in January 2022 when the Lionsgate area added new franchises and rides. Motiongate Dubai has become a major entertainment destination, offering a unique mix of high-energy rides and themed environments for movie lovers of all ages."