Epic Universe Is Here: The Movies and TV Shows to Stream on Peacock
Step into the worlds of your favorite characters before your next Universal Orlando adventure.
A visit to Epic Universe is a magically transporting experience. The Universal Orlando theme park opened its doors — or more accurately, its portals — in May 2025, unlocking five immersive lands: Celestial Park, SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, the Ministry of Magic, Isle of Berk, and Dark Universe. Whether you’re planning your trip or simply dreaming of your next vacation, now is the perfect time to stream the movies and shows that inspired the rides, attractions, and unforgettable moments waiting for you inside the park.
Luckily, Peacock has you covered. Dive into fan-favorite franchise entries from Shrek, How to Train Your Dragon, and Harry Potter, all available to stream now on Peacock. Here's your guide to what to watch (and why) before your Epic adventure.
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Shrek
Welcome to the swamp — and beyond. The 2001 film that launched the popular franchise is a sharp-witted fairytale sendup that’s become a cultural phenomenon, packed with heart, humor, and enough quotable lines to last a lifetime. Follow unlikely hero Shrek (Mike Myers), his chatterbox sidekick Donkey (Eddie Murphy), his love Fiona (Cameron Diaz), and a whole kingdom’s worth of misfit mythical characters as they upend classic storybook tropes and remind us that "happily ever after" isn’t one-size-fits-all.
Relive the hilarious mayhem of the Shrek universe on Peacock:
Shrek (2001)
Shrek 2 (2004)
Shrek the Third (2007)
Shrek Forever After (2010)
Shrek Shorts (2014)
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How to Train Your Dragon
The visually stunning, emotionally rich 2010 animated movie follows the bond between a misfit Viking named Hiccup and his rare dragon companion, Toothless. What became a trilogy (followed by a live-action 2025 film) also spawned several spinoff series.
Set in the magical Isle of Berk, the How to Train Your Dragon series explores themes of trust, bravery, and growing up. Plus, the dragons are undeniably cool.
Before you soar through Berk in the park, catch up on the film that started it all and the shows set in its expanding universe:
How To Train Your Dragon (2010)
Dragons: Riders of Berk (2 Seasons, 2012-2014)
Dragons: The Nine Realms (8 seasons, 2021-2023)
Dragons Rescue Riders: Heroes of the Sky (4 seasons, 2021-2022)
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Harry Potter
Step inside the Ministry of Magic — literally. Universal's beloved Wizarding World expands at Epic Universe. What better way to prepare than by rewatching the Harry Potter saga from start to finish?
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Follow Harry, Ron, and Hermione as they navigate Hogwarts, face dark forces, and uncover their destinies along the way.
Stream all eight movies in Peacock's Harry Potter collection now.
These spooky movies & TV series feature Universal's Dark Universe monsters
Universal has a rich legacy of creature characters who've pervaded pop culture dating back to the 1940s, including Dracula, The Wolf Man, The Invisible Man, and the Creature from the Black Lagoon. They've served as inspiration for classic films, imaginative TV shows, and clever modern reboots.
Frankenstein (2004)
This two-part miniseries stars Donald Sutherland, Julie Delpy, Alec Newman as Dr. Viktor Frankenstein, and Luke Goss as a Frankenstein's monster who bears a major resemblance to Jacob Elordi in Guillermo Del Toro's version.
Renfield (2023)
Nicolas Cage plays one of the campiest versions of Dracula ever committed to film in this 2023 film co-starring Nicholas Hoult as the titular character, who's been the blood-sucking villain's servant for too long.
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Monster Family (2018)
In this funny animated film, the Wishbone family are turned into Frankenstein, Dracula, Wolf Man and the Mummy after a witch puts a curse on them.
Watch Inside the Worlds of Epic Universe
Joe Manganiello is your guide to the Universal parks' portals in this 42-minute special timed to its opening.
Stream Inside the World's of Epic Universe on Peacock.
Ready for your next adventure?
Whether you’re counting down the days to your Epic Universe visit or want to revisit timeless favorites, Peacock brings the theme park to your screen. Stream the Epic Destination collection now.
