Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey: is the ride too aptly named?

A parkgoer is suing Universal Studios for injuries suffered while on the ride, “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey.” He claims the ride has damaged his back.

The Universal Studios ride “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey” may just be too aptly named for comfort. According to TMZ, parkgoer Tristram Buckley says the ride damaged his back and he is now suing the park.

“Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey” was a 3D experience, although has now changed to 2D. Those on the ride sit on a bench and will get the feeling of being on a broomstick just like Harry Potter and his friends. And it seems that just like in the movies, parkgoers are then thrashed around as the brooms never quite do as they’re told if you’re not experienced, right?

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Buckley says that he is suffering “shaken adult syndrome” since being on the ride. He’d felt nauseated and tingling feelings in the arms and neck immediately on and after the ride. When he received an MRI, he now says there are spinal injuries and will need surgery to replace some of the damaged discs. He also says that he has weakness, numbness, and pain due to the injuries sustained.

This isn’t the first time people on the ride have reported problems. Before the ride officially opened in 2016, parkgoers who tested it mentioned feeling sick from it. While it may give the experience of Harry Potter on a broomstick, this may just take things too far. However, the ride was adapted to 2D technology after the initial tests to remove the nausea.

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However, many fans of the ride—who have been on it numerous times—have come to the park’s and ride’s defenses. They say that while it’s normal to feel nauseated (that’s common for a lot of park rides for some, isn’t it?), the movement isn’t strong enough to cause injuries. It is possible that those with pre-existing medical conditions could suffer from injuries, but the ride’s warnings make it clear (like with all other rides) that those with some pre-existing medical conditions shouldn’t use the ride.

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Have you tried “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey?” Is it too rough or just right? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

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Is Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey ride at Universal Studios too aptly named?

By Callum Gunn | May 15, 2018

A parkgoer is suing Universal Studios for injuries suffered while on the ride, “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey.” He claims the ride has damaged his back.