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Universal Studios to close 'Jaws' ride after 20 yrs

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Sat, 03 Dec 2011 11:11a.m.

'Jaws' ride at Universal Studios Japan (Reuters)

'Jaws' ride at Universal Studios Japan (Reuters)

Universal Studios Florida plans to close one of its oldest and most popular attractions next month to make way for a new attraction.

The theme park announced on Facebook on Friday that on January 2 2012, it will permanently shut down its "Jaws" ride, which is based on the blockbuster 1975 Steven Spielberg movie.

It was one of the original features at the park when it opened in 1990. The surrounding "Amity" area inspired by the island where the movie was set will also close down to make room for a new attraction.

The park is not releasing any details about what is next.

Other original features that have been closed since the park began include the "King Kong" ride and a "Ghostbusters" themed stage show.

AP

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