Guardians of the Galaxy coming to Energy Pavilion at Epcot

[V_L_Raptor]

A quick thought: saw a previous post comparing Guardians and Avatar to Peter Pan and Alice in terms of "properties with a single film that have stood the test of time"...I'm not really sure how we can say that.

Alice and Pan have roots that go much further back, both in the larger cultural/literary mileau and more specifically in the history of Disney as a company. Also, neither is expected to prop up an entire area themed only around itself.

While Guardians could prove to have some staying power, I'm hard pressed to see where Avatar does. Yes, it was a blockbuster during its theatrical run, but since then has not really had a notable place in pop cultural consciousness; no quotes everybody knows, no diehard fanbase, etc. Cameron may want to make numerous sequels, and maybe they'll be good, but there certainly isn't any high public demand for them.

This does not disqualify Avatar Land from being good, of course, but the comparison doesn't feel apples to apples.

About the only major staying power I can think of for Avatar is as a running gag in Universal's Bill and Ted HHN sketch. Other than that, it's a monument to Cameron's vanity.

 

[The_Jobu]

Universal's Bill and Ted HHN sketch

They do good work. Hope it's not cancelled this year.

 

[jt04]

You don't know the difference between a detention pond and a retention pond, do you?

Actually I do. I looked it up just to be sure. Also, there is a great editorial in the Miami Herald yesterday pertaining to the subject BTW. You should find it.

 

[jt04]

At this point I'd be surprised if it hits $1 billion. Its opened in all markets and still has $200+ million to get there.

It is the second best performing MARVEL sequel by a long way. I think they are more than pleased.

 

[Kman101]

And I have no doubts there will be a 3rd

 

[MisterPenguin]

And I have no doubts there will be a 3rd

Vol. 3 announced as happening months ago. And the Guardians will be in Infinity Wars (and maybe the one previously titled Infinity Wars 2).

 

[Princess Leia]

Vol. 3 announced as happening months ago. And the Guardians will be in Infinity Wars (and maybe the one previously titled Infinity Wars 2).

I'm pretty sure that a core group- if not all- of the Guardians will be in both Infinity War and Avengers 4.

 

[danlb_2000]

It is the second best performing MARVEL sequel by a long way. I think they are more than pleased.

At present, fourth highest grossing Marvel sequel work wide:

Avengers: Age of Ultron: $1,404,705,868
Iron Man 3 : $1,215,392,272
Captain America: Civil War : $1,151,684,349
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2: $788,504,021

 

[Haymarket2008]

The Shanghai Tron coaster rumor for Epcot has come up once again on the Twitter universe. Any truth?

 

[*Q*]

The Shanghai Tron coaster rumor for Epcot has come up once again on the Twitter universe. Any truth?

I hope so. Attractions Magazine is making it seem like it's the front runner for Energy now.

 

[Kman101]

I'd rather it be Epcot than Tomorrowland I suppose. But even then ...

 

[prfctlyximprct]

Now if they get the Tron coaster and ratatouille ride going at the same time, it's a win win for everyone! Thrill ride, family ride, get it opened by Star Wars land.. spread the people out...

 

[lazyboy97o]

TRON Lightcycle Power Run is not that great. Just because you love a movie doesn't make the ride any good.

 

[TeriofTerror]

Captain America would almost surely not be allowed due to the Universal contract.

I feel badly that I have to say this, but thank you for the correct use of "allowed." As incredible as it may seem, I've seen no fewer than three people this weekend use "aloud" in its place.

 

[Daveeeeed]

I think it's way to early to determine the overall success and demand. Yesterday by all accounts every park was packed. Imagination was even at a half hour wait. By later in the day the park - and Avland - had calmed down.

A month, 3 months, six months will be a better barometer. Or there again it could be the park the land is situated in that dictates the need and other similar options that may or may not be available.

But I think we're in the wrong thread.

Spaceship Earth hit 70 today. Parks are jamming!!!

 

[Kman101]

Spaceship Earth hit 70 today. Parks are jamming!!!

Holy wow that's awful. Was so nice to literally walk on it two weeks ago.

 

[Daveeeeed]

Holy wow that's awful. Was so nice to literally walk on it two weeks ago.

That was this morning too at like 10:40am. Parks were hot: 96 degrees and decently humid. Sunday had a bit less people and had virtually no humidity. Still had fun though!!!

 

[GoofGoof]

The plan is to gut and use the existing building as queue, preshow, load, unload and exit. The main ride will be in the not yet built building.

This makes sense given the recent history of elaborate queues and ride pre-shows. Is this still rumored to be a pure coaster or will it be more of a hybrid ride with both coaster and dark ride elements?

 

[GoofGoof]

It's become so cliché' I would be shocked if they didn't do it.

Surprised they didn't do it in Pandora, but the gift shop is still pretty close to the exit

 

[HMF]

Does the Tron Coaster have any connections to Epcot's theme other than having a futuristic aesthetic? MIGHT be able to live with the Tron Coaster. If done right.