SimEx-Iwerks

07/13/2026

Today, we remember Don Iwerks and celebrate the remarkable legacy he leaves behind.

After an extraordinary career at The Walt Disney Company, Don co-founded Iwerks Entertainment in 1985, helping shape the future of immersive attractions and themed entertainment. His passion for innovation continues to inspire our industry, and we are proud to carry forward the Iwerks name as part of SimEx-Iwerks.

As Mike Frueh, our SVP, Global Film & Media, shared with our team:

"The best way we can honor [Don’s] memory is to continue pursuing the same standards of quality, innovation, and integrity that he instilled throughout his career."

Our thoughts are with Don's family, friends, and everyone whose lives he touched. We invite you to read Disney's tribute and celebrate his extraordinary life and legacy here: https://thewaltdisneycompany.com/news/remembering-disney-legend-don-iwerks/

Photos courtesy of The Walt Disney Company.

07/09/2026

06/25/2026

We’re proud to continue our long-standing partnership with the Wildlife Conservation Society as a new chapter begins at the iconic Central Park Zoo.

06/08/2026

We’re heading to IAAPA Expo Asia! 🌏

Visit Booth to connect with the SimEx-Iwerks team and explore our latest immersive entertainment experiences.

05/22/2026

Mark Merrall, our Director of Creative Services, traveled this week to sunny LA for the Giant Screen Cinema Association (GSCA) conference. It was great connecting with a few of our wonderful film partners like K2 Studios and MacGillivray Freeman Films.

05/14/2026

Now open at Shedd Aquarium 🌊✨

The new Immersion Theater is a next-generation 4D Experience® designed to fully immerse guests through sight, sound, lighting, and sensory effects.

From expanded side-wall visuals and dynamic environmental effects to an interactive pre-show experience with augmented reality animal encounters, every detail was designed to surround guests in the story.

Read more about the new attraction: https://www.simex-iwerks.com/news/simex-iwerks-and-shedd-aquarium-open-new-immersion-theater

© Shedd Aquarium/Brenna Hernandez, © John Downer Productions Ltd, 2024 Photography Frederique Olivier/JDP © 2012, © SimEx-Iwerks. All Rights Reserved.

05/13/2026

05/08/2026

Happy 100th birthday, Sir David Attenborough!

05/07/2026

We’ve been working on a fully immersive new project. Stay tuned for more details, coming soon!

04/08/2026

A new adventure lands in 4D theaters!

Fly 4D: Wild Flight to Africa is our newest immersive film experience. It follows an unlikely young bird who suddenly finds himself leading a flock on their migration to Africa.

Filled with humor and heart, the show was crafted for the full 4D theater experience, where special effects help bring the journey to life for audiences of all ages.

Now playing at Columbus Zoo and Aquarium The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk, and Nashville Zoo!

Fly 4D is now available for licensing. Bring this great show to your theater!