Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry 2025 - Universal Epic Universe | Full POV [4K 60FPS]

Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry | is a flagship attraction at Universal Epic Universe’s *The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic*, opened May 22, 2025, in Orlando, Florida. This motion-based dark ride transports guests from 1920s wizarding Paris to the 1990s British Ministry of Magic via the Métro-Floo, a magical transit system. Queue Experience The queue immerses guests in Place Cachée, a Parisian wizarding street, before entering the Ministry’s grand atrium with the Fountain of Magical Brethren and enchanted ceiling. Key areas include Dolores Umbridge’s pink office with a Higgledy animatronic, the Magical Archives, Department of Magical Creatures, Time Room with Time-Turners, and Auror Headquarters, all air-conditioned and rich with details like Daily Prophet posters. *Ride Experience Set post-*Deathly Hallows*, the ride follows the trial of Dolores Umbridge (voiced by Imelda Staunton), who escapes with Death Eaters to steal a Time-Turner. Guests board omnidirectional lifts (seating 14) and join Harry, Ron, Hermione, and Higgledy in a chase, featuring motion simulation, high-definition screens, and animatronics. The ride includes a slight drop, spins, and encounters across Ministry departments, blending Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts themes. *Ride Sensation and Accessibility Moderately thrilling (4/5 intensity), it’s similar to Escape from Gringotts with a brief drop, suitable for most guests over 40” tall (supervision under 48”). Accessibility includes closed captioning and assistive listening; guests must transfer independently. A single-rider line is available, but no Express Pass. *Operational Notes Reliability issues during previews led to a switch from virtual queue to standby, with waits up to 300 minutes. The detailed queue mitigates long waits. Overall Impression Praised for its immersive theming, advanced tech, and storytelling, it’s a top Epic Universe attraction, though some note sound-alike voices for Harry, Ron, and Hermione. The omnidirectional lifts and detailed environments make it a must-do for ‘Harry Potter’ fans. Ride 12:20 #harrypotter #hogwarts #epicuniverse #universalstudios ##trending