Universal Studios Parks & Resorts will launch a new Simpsons ride at its two theme parks next year.

Both Universal Studios Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood will open the interactive, 3D dark ride to the public in spring 2008.

“Universal takes the most popular characters in blockbuster movies and hit TV shows and creates fun, exhilarating entertainment experiences,” said Tom Williams, chief executive of Universal Parks & Resorts.

“With its unique sense of humor and enormous popularity, The Simpsons is a perfect complement to our brand of entertainment.”

The Simpsons creator and executive producer Matt Groening added: “The ride is designed to duplicate the Simpsons home-viewing experience, only at high speed and with lots of screaming.”