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FIRST LOOK: Frankenstein, Wolfman animated figures revealed at new Epic Universe attraction

Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment opening in May 2025

Frankenstein’s Monster, part of Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment at Universal Epic Universe opening in May 2025 (Universal Orlando)

ORLANDO, Fla. – Frankenstein’s Monster, Dracula, The Creature from the Black Lagoon, and The Wolf Man.

These classic Universal Monsters tend to be popular around Halloween, but starting in May 2025, they’ll have their own attraction to haunt at Universal Epic Universe.

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On Tuesday, Universal Orlando revealed new images of some of the animated figures that make up Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment. Being hailed as Universal Orlando’s most terrifying attraction yet, the Dark Universe attraction will feature “14 of the most ambitious and life-like animated figures ever created,” according to a Universal Orlando news release.

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Guests will venture deep into the catacombs of Frankenstein Manor, where Dr. Victoria Frankenstein — the great-great-granddaughter of the infamous Henry Frankenstein — conducts her twisted and misguided experiments.

Dr. Frankenstein then demonstrates her ability to control monsters — but her plans go awry when a horde of enraged monsters is unleashed. Guests then embark on a terrifying ride through the darkness as they try to evade Dracula, The Wolf Man, and The Creature from the Black Lagoon.

Other monsters guests can expect to encounter throughout the attraction include The Mummy, The Brides of Dracula, and The Phantom of the Opera.

Frankenstein’s Monster

Frankenstein's Monster, part of Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment at Universal Epic Universe, opening in May 2025. (Universal Orlando)

Frankenstein’s Monster will make his star presence known as he walks tall at 9 feet, weighing over 800 pounds.

According to a news release, guests will first encounter this figure within the queue of the attraction — where he will actually walk into Dr. Victoria Frankenstein’s lab during the preshow.

Dracula

Dracula, part of Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment at Universal Epic Universe, opening in May 2025. (Universal Orlando)

Iconic Dracula is the most dangerous of the monsters Dr. Frankenstein will try to control.

Guests will encounter Dracula at various moments throughout the attraction, as he’s behind the horde of enraged monsters terrorizing the manor.

The Wolf Man

The Wolf Man, part of Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment at Universal Epic Universe, opening in May 2025. (Universal Orlando)

Among the monsters unleashed within the attraction is the Wolf Man. As guests try to escape the catacombs of Frankenstein Manor, they’ll come within inches of his razor-sharp teeth and jagged claws.

Dark Universe will also be home to Curse of the Werewolf, a spinning family roller coaster inspired by “The Wolf Man.”

The Creature from the Black Lagoon

The Creature from the Black Lagoon (Universal Orlando)

Epic Universe guests will also witness the amphibious “Gill-man” emerge from the inky depths of the Black Lagoon, ready to terrorize guests alongside his fellow monsters.


Universal Epic Universe – Dark Universe – Meet the Monsters (Universal Orlando)

Guests will also have the chance to meet and greet monsters like Dr. Victoria Frankenstein’s Monster and the alluring Bride of Frankenstein.

Other inhabitants roaming the eerie village include Dr. Victoria Frankenstein’s assistant, Ygor, The Invisible Man, an eccentric monster hunter, and a talented musician who regales guests with songs and tales.


Opening on May 22, 2025, Universal’s fourth theme park sits on 750 acres of land not far from the Orange County Convention Center.

Epic Universe features five vivid worlds:

  • The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic: Transporting visitors to a different era of the wizarding world, blending 1920s wizarding Paris from the “Fantastic Beasts” films with the iconic British Ministry of Magic.
  • Super Nintendo World: Featuring beloved characters like Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, and Donkey Kong in an interactive gaming experience.
  • Dark Universe: A realm of myth and mystery, where guests encounter the experiments of Dr. Victoria Frankenstein and traverse a shadowy landscape inhabited by monsters like Dracula and the Wolfman.
  • How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk: Discover an island where Vikings and fire-breathing dragons exist together in harmony.
  • Celestial Park: Thrilling rides, entertainment, dining, shopping, plus the Universal Helios Grand Hotel, all come together to create an amazing world of discovery and excitement.

Epic Universe multi-day ticket packages are now on sale and booking is open for Universal Helios Grand Hotel.

To get another look at the monsters of Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment, click the media player below.

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