permanently closed disney attractions
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Captain EO: 1986-1998, 2010-2015
This 3-D science fiction movie attraction is unlike anything you'd currently find in the parks. Captain EO stars Micheal Jackson, and it was written by George Lucas and directed by Francis Ford Coppola. This attraction used 3-D and in-theater effects, making it one of the first 4-D attractions. The ride first closed in 1998, but it was brought back in 2010 after Jackson's death for another short run.
the Budget- $150 million
what is Prince of Persia did become the highest grossing movie based on a video game, and recouped almost all of its costs (movies usually have to double their budget to become profitable). But Disney wasn’t looking for just another movie to fill a slot in its release schedule. As indicated by the fact they gave the movie a subtitle, they were looking for Prince of Persia to be the start of a film franchise, something that could be comparable to their Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. So it’s fair to say that in that regard, Prince of Persia fell enormously short of the mark.
the frogs, princesses spark Internet fury
what is {Shocking news! Salmonella outbreak! Kids hospitalized in U.S. after kissing frogs! The outbreak has spread like the plague across the U.S. since the release of Disney's film, "}
the Cast Members Take Aim With the Spitting Camel
what is Adventureland in the Magic Kingdom, you’ve probably noticed the huge golden camel that sprays unsuspecting guests with water. One of the most enduring Disney myths is that a cast member controls the camel, taking aim and shooting water directly at guests. In fact, the camel’s aim is completely mechanized, and no human beings are in charge, despite rumors to the contrary.
the Hidden City Underneath the Magic Kingdom
what is {We’re happy to report that this myth is true (depending on your definition of “city”, of course)! There is a secret network of interconnected tunnels called Utilidors under the Magic Kingdom, with access points all across the park – although you’ll never see them. The Utilidors (short for “utility corridors”) were designed so that all of the behind the scenes stuff that has to happen in the park can do so without ruining the magic for guests. The Utilidors allow costumed cast members to quickly move from one spot in the park to another without having to walk through lands they don’t belong to. And they allow park operations like garbage removal and food deliveries to be made completely out of sight! You can visit the Utilidors by signing up for a backstage tour – trust us, it’s worth it!}
Wonders of Life pavilion
Body Wars: 1989-2007
Get shrunk down to the size of a blood cell and take a trip through the human body in this odd, but very educational, motion simulator ride. Even though this attraction would seem out of place at Epcot today — the theme park is now home to World Showcase and Future World — it was right at home in the Wonders of Life pavilion, which was devoted to health care and the human body.
the Budget- $150 million
what is The Sorcerer’s Apprentice is another Disney film that technically recouped its announced budget, but with advertising and marketing factored in, they ultimately lost millions. Cage likely got his role in the hopes he would bring similar success to what his partnership with Disney did for the National Treasure films, but a good Nicolas Cage movie is an area where lightning rarely strikes twice.
the Abandoned Theme Park in WDW
what is Actually, this is absolutely true – in fact, not just one, but two abandoned Walt Disney World parks still exist. River Country, a former water park, closed in 2001 and lies abandoned near Fort Wilderness Resort, while Discovery Island in Bay Lake was abandoned in 1999. Trying to access either abandoned park is likely to get you banned from WDW for life, but you may catch a glimpse if you take the right water taxi!
the Walt is One of the Busts in Haunted Mansion
what is mustache of one of the busts in Haunted Mansion brings to mind Walt Disney, which might be the origin of the myth that his face is featured in the attraction. Alas, this is just a myth – the face on the bust in question is actually that of Thurl Ravenscroft, who provided voices for a number of Disney rides, including Haunted Mansion, and is better known as the voice of Tony the Tiger.
the Walt Lingers on in the Magic Kingdom
what is the most common legends about Walt Disney World is that Walt himself never left. Some legends say that he was buried on site somewhere in the Magic Kingdom, while others insist Walt’s body was cryogenically frozen on site, so that he could be revived at some point in the future. While these might be tempting to believe, neither legend holds a grain of truth. But you can visit Walt’s grave – he was cremated and interred at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Glendale, California.
the "Futureport
what is Horizons: 1983-1994, 1995-1999
Guests traveled to the advanced cities of the future in this Epcot dark ride which was later replaced by Mission: Space. At the time, this was the only ride that allowed guests to choose different endings: guests could go back to the "Futureport" via the space station, a desert farm, or an undersea research base, which all illustrated different possibilities for future civilization.
the Budget- $28 million
what is Return to Oz was critically panned, but reviewers were lukewarm on the story, finding many of the visuals more creepy than whimsical and imaginative. For a kids movie, people said it was too dark for its intended audience, which likely drove parents to take their children to see something where a creature with a giant pumpkin head wouldn’t be a catalyst for nightmares. But much like Dorothy’s little band of misfits, Return to Oz eventually did find people who appreciated it for the way it was, and it's developed a cult fan base in the years since its release.
the Secret Suite in Cinderella Castle That You Can Stay In
what is Yes, and no. Originally there were plans to build a private suite in Cinderella Castle for Walt Disney and his family, but sadly he died before construction even began on the castle, so it was eventually used as storage space. However, decades later, this unused space in Cinderella Castle was turned into a dream suite and used very, very rarely as a prize for contest winners. You can find pictures of the luxurious suite online, but you shouldn’t get your hopes up about staying there anytime soon!
the Johnny Depp visits Pirates Ride as Captain Jack
what is {There was an instance of the actor delighting guests when he dropped by the Pirates ride in Disneyland, California – but this was a one-time incident, while promoting Dead Men Tell No Tales.}
Lady And The Tramp
what is a classic in many fans' hearts, but there were some aspects of the film that just did not age well. There were several politically incorrect and insensitive elements, namely the infamous Siamese cat song for which Disney later received backlash.
the 4-D attraction
Honey, I Shrunk the Audience!: 1994-2010
Based off of the 1989 film "Honey, I Shrunk the Kids," this 4-D attraction would shake and move as guests were shrunken down by a professor's sci-fi gadget. This ride was found at Disneyland, Walt Disney World, Disneyland Paris, and Tokyo Disney before it closed in 2010 to make way for the Captain EO tribute.
the Budget- $44 million
wha is The Black Cauldron are nothing compared to what some of the other films on this list lost, but so much more was at stake for this one back in 1985. Today, Disney has the finances to bounce back from a surprise disaster, now that they have franchises like Star Wars in their back pocket. But years ago, The Black Cauldron was the most expensive animated movie made at the time, and a lot was riding on it. So when it crashed, it was devastating for Disney, and nearly put an end to their animation department.
the Cinderella Castle Can Be Dismantled in Case of Hurricanes
what is the subject of our favorite Magic Kingdom icon, another myth with staying power is that in case of a hurricane, the spires of Cinderella Castle can be dismantled and then reassembled. This one is completely false! The castle was designed to handle all that Florida can throw at it, including winds up to 90 miles an hour, but it most definitely cannot be taken apart – for any reason.
the Dumbo
Most infamously, the film contained a scene where Dumbo gets drunk and goes on a psychedelic trip
the disturbing guest thing did the the park
what is [In October 2018, the Wall Street Journal reported that Disney custodians are constantly cleaning up after people who have spread their deceased loved one’s ashes in Disney parks. In fact, the phenomenon occurs so regularly (at least once a month), that custodians have a code name for the situation: a “HEPA cleanup,” which refers to the high-powered vacuum needed to properly clean up the ashes. Spreading ashes at Disney parks is illegal, and a Disney rep told the Journal that “this type of behavior is strictly prohibited and unlawful. Guests who attempt to do so will be escorted off property.”}
the gondola
Skyway: 1956-1994
This gondola attraction carried guests between Fantasyland and Tomorrowland at Disneyland, giving them an overhead view of all the action happening below.
the Budget- $150 million
what is MARS NEEDS MOMS {For Disney fans who wonder why the company is trepidatious about veering away from the samey animated style they use for so many of their movies nowadays, the critical disappointment of The Princess and the Frog followed by the financial failure of Mars Needs Moms are no doubt heavy contributors. This wasn’t just a movie that didn’t meet expectations. This was a movie that would become the Titanic of box office bombs, one of the biggest in history. It left many wondering where the movie went wrong.}
the deleted scene (Twenty-five years later, Max and Allison’s seventeen-year-old daughter, Poppy, finds herself face-to-face with the sisters again in all their sinister glory. When Halloween celebrations don’t quite go as planned, it’s a race against time as Poppy and her friends fight to save her family and all of Salem from the witches’ latest vile scheme.)
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the Deborah Gregory is the author of the book series & co-producer
what is the the Disney Channel Original Movies The Cheetah Girls and The Cheetah Girls 2 and an executive producer for The Cheetah Girls: One World?
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he book and character were later re-envisioned in Disney's hit 1988 live-action/animated film Who Framed Roger Rabbit.