The Simpsons ride

Or at least it promises to be the best ride ever, or so a Bizarro Comic Book Guy might be so inclined to say. "The Simpsons" outstanding animated series is not only coming to theaters with its own movie this summer, but it is also hitting Universal Theme Parks next spring.

20th Century Fox seems to be pouring the works into "The Simpsons" now that their big screen debut is finally approaching, after more than a decade of demand and speculation and the shattering of several TV records to become the longest running series on the small screen with its 400th episode coming before this season’s end. Now the pop culture phenomenon that knows no end will prove just how far-reaching and high-impact its success has been with a ride at Universal Studios in Orlando and Hollywood.

What will this ride be? Knowing that it’s "Simpsons," there’s sure to be a wild and crazy, and of course hilarious, trip in store for all. ComingSoon reports that it will be a journey through a Springfield you rarely see starring many familiar "Simpsons" characters and hosted by none other than Krusty the Clown, and all characters will be voiced by the same actors who do their voices for the show. The report quoted Matt Groening, creator of the series and its characters, on what parkgoers should expect.

"The ride is designed to duplicate the Simpsons home-viewing experience, only at high speed and with lots of screaming," said Groening.

Chairman and CEO of Universal Theme Parks and Resorts Tom Williams spoke highly of the opportunity to make a ride of the unique comedy and pop culture television entertainment that is "The Simpsons." Just as excited are the Presidents of Fox Television, Dana Walden and Gary Newman, who were also quoted by ComingSoon:

" 'The Simpsons' is nothing short of a cultural phenomenon and nearly 400 episodes in, the multiple Emmy-Award winning show continues to be as hilarious and inspired as ever … Creating an attraction based on this landmark series is a fantastic opportunity for our viewers to experience 'The Simpsons' in a whole new way, as well as potentially expose it to an even wider audience."