As a caveat, I did get my back up about the rumor that The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror would be replaced with Marvel junk (thankfully that didn't happen in Orlando). But the reason that the rumor upset me is not because I'm a huge fan of the Twilight Zone, and that the ToT is the only ride in any park that features the work of Rod Serling. I love the ride because it's so damn good. It's note-perfect in themeing, storytelling and effects. It's Imagineering's crown jewel IMO, just about the best thing they've ever built. The Twilight Zone didn't need to be included at all in the ride, as long as the idea of a haunted Hollywood hotel still came across as well as it does. Plus, it fits in perfectly with the Old Hollywood vibe of DHS. The idea of all that artistry getting ripped out to be replaced by a trigger-happy raccoon and a walking celery stalk shocked and disgusted me. Thank god it didn't happen.
I admit I don't get the worship of something as dated as the Muppets. I think their day has passed and isn't coming back, no matter how some people think it could if Disney just tried (like it hasn't tried multiple times already). Look, Universal is reportedly going to get rid of the Simpsons area once the licensing agreement expires (in about 3 years, I think). The Simpsons is still on the air and doing well, but Universal has decided that it's time for something else. (Reportedly Pokemon, bleah, but it is popular). I think that's healthier attitude than turning an antique off-brand ride into an everlasting shrine. But hey, you guys do you. Exit, stage left.
