Universal’s parent, Comcast, spent $7B to create and build the first major U.S. amusement park to open in more than 20 years. The park, called Epic Universe, is a critical element of Comcast's push to make the Universal Orlando Resort into a Disney-esque weeklong destination, The Wall Street Journal reported.

Knights shine brightly at Universal Epic Universe. Students at the University of Central Florida gained firsthand experience through the development of Universal Orlando's newest theme park. Only WESH 2 was invited to witness how Central Florida's newest theme park helped share students' future.

Universal Orlando is unveiling its first major amusement park in over 20 years. Known as Epic Universe, the new theme park opens to the public on May 22 and will allow guests to explore five distinct worlds that are each inspired by renowned franchises.

Universal's Epic Universe, Orlando's newest theme park opens this Thursday, May 22. FOX 35's David Martin joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to preview the opening of the theme park and the economic impact of Epic Universe on Orlando and Central Florida.