Disney used a lot of content - both directly as well as inspirationally - from the 64-65 World's Fair. Spaceship Earth is inspired by the Bell Systems ride, Universe of Energy closely resembled Ford's Magic Skyway. One that has me puzzled, though, is GM. Horizons is very similar (though not a replica) of their Futurama ride. Yet that was sponsored by GE, who also had their own fair attraction - Carousel of Progress, brought to Tomorrow land and also sponsored by them. Instead, GM sponsored World of Motion, which was vaguely inspired by Chrysler's attraction.
Why did GM not end up sponsoring Futurama, and why did they not just bring that over to Epcot? or was it so long gone that nothing was left?
Why did GM not end up sponsoring Futurama, and why did they not just bring that over to Epcot? or was it so long gone that nothing was left?
