Toy Story Mania confirmed

[shoppingnut]

It sounds like a good ride. MGM needs more dark rides because as of right now, EMH there just isn't worth it for me.

 

[Swfewrmco]

While I welcome a new, family-friendly ride to MGM, I am a little concerned about how this ride will fit into MGM's theme. It totally fits with DCA and Paradise Pier, but how are they going to explain a midway setting in the middle of a studio backlot? I hope there at least a few changes to it so that it fits better with its surroundings.

 

[Lee]

While I welcome a new, family-friendly ride to MGM, I am a little concerned about how this ride will fit into MGM's theme.

That's been my concern for months now, since I found out the ride itself was a direct clone from DCA.
If you ask me (and feel free to)....this puppy just screams out for Mickey's Toontown Fair.
But that's just me.

 

[DDuckFan130]

That's been my concern for months now, since I found out the ride itself was a direct clone from DCA.
If you ask me (and feel free to)....this puppy just screams out for Mickey's Toontown Fair.
But that's just me.

But then you get the problem (not my problem...but other people's) that Pixar is invading MK more

:lookaroun

I'm curious to see how this turns out...should be fun

 

[Kaity'sDad]

I won't get into a deep debate about rides and their varying potential. I will just give you anecdotal info from my seven year old.

She could not be happier about this ride. One of her absolute favorite rides is Buzz. No doubt because of the interactive quality of the ride. In fact, one of my favorite pictures in my office is of the two of us dueling it out on the ride.

When I was growing up there was nothing better than watching Disney movies. I can remember going to WDW with my family and seeing those movies come to live through the rides and shows.

Today my daughter gets her entertainment differently. She uses computers at school and home. She has an ipod and wants a Nintendo Wii. She falls in love with Disney characters not just through watching the movies, but playing the games on her Nintendo DS. Her world is more interactive than ours ever was. We grew up being moved by characters. Our children are not only moved by the characters, but are able to move the characters.

I know there are those who are opposed to the cloning of rides and the Pixar-ization of the parks. Everyone is entitled to their opinions, and I enjoy reading them discussed. For my daughter, Pixar isn't different than Disney, it is part of Disney, like Fantasyland is part of the Magic Kingdom. For instance our two dogs are named Tinkerbell and Buzz.

I love WDW for the memories of my childhood. I remember riding Space Mountain with my father, or posing with Mickey with my grandmother. It is an important part of why I go back. However, the most important reason is similar to why Walt built Disneyland in the first place. He wanted a place where he could spend time doing things with his children. If my little girl is happy, I'm happy.

Again, this is not an attack on anyone's position, only my chance to offer mine.

 

[ToTBellHop]

They could explain this ride with the queue line...going to some midway set for whatever reason. Plus, Toy Story 3 (at least according to iMDB) is to be released next year. Maybe this ties to something that will be in that movie.

 

[spaceghost]

I won't get into a deep debate about rides and their varying potential. I will just give you anecdotal info from my seven year old.

She could not be happier about this ride. One of her absolute favorite rides is Buzz. No doubt because of the interactive quality of the ride. In fact, one of my favorite pictures in my office is of the two of us dueling it out on the ride.

When I was growing up there was nothing better than watching Disney movies. I can remember going to WDW with my family and seeing those movies come to live through the rides and shows.

Today my daughter gets her entertainment differently. She uses computers at school and home. She has an ipod and wants a Nintendo Wii. She falls in love with Disney characters not just through watching the movies, but playing the games on her Nintendo DS. Her world is more interactive than ours ever was. We grew up being moved by characters. Our children are not only moved by the characters, but are able to move the characters.

I know there are those who are opposed to the cloning of rides and the Pixar-ization of the parks. Everyone is entitled to their opinions, and I enjoy reading them discussed. For my daughter, Pixar isn't different than Disney, it is part of Disney, like Fantasyland is part of the Magic Kingdom. For instance our two dogs are named Tinkerbell and Buzz.

I love WDW for the memories of my childhood. I remember riding Space Mountain with my father, or posing with Mickey with my grandmother. It is an important part of why I go back. However, the most important reason is similar to why Walt built Disneyland in the first place. He wanted a place where he could spend time doing things with his children. If my little girl is happy, I'm happy.

Again, this is not an attack on anyone's position, only my chance to offer mine.

Beautifully said - I couldn't agree more. (Note that this is coming from the dad of an almost 4 y/o girl who will be making her first trip to WDW in April...)

 

[diddy_mouse]

I'm always open to a new attraction and especially something new at MGM. But, like so many other new additions, I can't pass judgment on it until I see it (or at least see video of it :lookaroun )

Although, that Mr. Potato Head animatronic sounds pretty awesome :sohappy:

 

[Computer Magic]

But then you get the problem (not my problem...but other people's) that Pixar is invading MK more

:lookaroun

I'm curious to see how this turns out...should be fun

You mean in PixarLand. I should have trademarked that name.

Anyway...I see this as the next generation dark ride. This day of age, it seems like people always have to be moving and doing something, playing games, text messaging, Ipod, talking on the phone. People just can's sit still like the days before computer games. So this rides fits.

Now that Disney owns Pixar, I don't see any problem using the characters like they are doing.

 

[GenerationX]

Thanks for passing along the news, wdwmagic!

I look forward to riding this attraction (and I loved Who Wants to be a Millionaire: Play It!). It sounds like a lot of fun.

The question of whether or not this fits in Disney Studios doesn't concern me, because the park is a mess thematically, anyway.

 

[DisneyDellsDude]

I didn't really like how the ride sounded before, but with seeing all of this media, the idea is growing on me a little. We'll just have to see how it turns out. Hopefully it will be good fun, family ride; something that MGM is a little lacking in.

 

[Piebald]

After watching the video of Mr. Fitzgerald explaining the attraction, I think I am even more excited. If you have never ridden Spiderman, it really is amazing technology. It's a shame this technology can't be used for a thrill ride (such as Spiderman) but we can't always be selfish and MGM does need something more family friendly.

I see this as being a lot of fun and hopefully will bring new life into MGM. As far as I know this isn't the only thing exclusively planned for the Studios so we will see what new directions that park takes.

And honestly, who cares about the theming? Toy Story totally belongs at the Studios. Mickey Avenue is pretty boring in it's current state..

 

[Skippy_]

Sounds like a stinker :brick: I really wish Disney would get creative and make something original (NOT PIXAR) or something that atleast fits with the theme. I hope they know that just randomly placing PIXAR themed attractions everywhere isn't enough. Not to mention I'm just about tired of staring at a screen. This is a theme park, not a movie theater, so lets make with the animatronics and such that we can't get everyday just watching our TV.

Mickey's Philharmagic, Mission Space, Crush, Soarin' and now this; WAY TO MUCH SCREENS!!! Not to mention it's a clone. Disney's cheapness is quite annoying. Flying Carpets, Dumbo, and Triceratop Spin type of trend.

Might I add that this should've, could've, and isn't what would have been the most perfect MGM attraction as a new 3-D interactive Roger Rabbit attraction!

 

[OmegaKnight]

After watching that video of Tom Fitzgerald, it got me really excited about the attraction. It sounds like a great fit for Disney-MGM Studios and something that the whole family can enjoy.

 

[JLW11Hi]

And honestly, who cares about the theming? Toy Story totally belongs at the Studios. Mickey Avenue is pretty boring in it's current state..

The only theming I really care about at MGM anymore is that of Hollywood and Sunset and Echo Lake. The rest of the park theming I think Disney gave up on a while ago. It maybe could have been fixed in the backlot area, but once they plopped LMA down back at the end of New York Street, I think they pretty much dimmed any chances of thematic enhancement of the area.

I am also excited to see Mickey Avenue gain some major crowds. It is usually really quiet back there. MGM has needed a family fun ride like this for a looooooong time. I am excited to see how it turns out.

 

[Laura]

Sounds like a stinker :brick: I really wish Disney would get creative and make something original (NOT PIXAR) or something that atleast fits with the theme. I hope they know that just randomly placing PIXAR themed attractions everywhere isn't enough. Not to mention I'm just about tired of staring at a screen. This is a theme park, not a movie theater, so lets make with the animatronics and such that we can't get everyday just watching our TV.

Mickey's Philharmagic, Mission Space, Crush, Soarin' and now this; WAY TO MUCH SCREENS!!! Not to mention it's a clone. Disney's cheapness is quite annoying. Flying Carpets, Dumbo, and Triceratop Spin type of trend.

Might I add that this should've, could've, and isn't what would have been the most perfect MGM attraction as a new 3-D interactive Roger Rabbit attraction!

You know, I said the same thing about Rock N Rollercoaster! Comon - let's get some originality Disney. I drive a car every day at home!

Thunder Mountain, WDW Railroad, Tomorrowland Indy Speedway and now even Expedition Everest; WAY TO MUCH WHEELS!!!

:lookaroun

 

[Hakunamatata]

You know, I said the same thing about Rock N Rollercoaster! Comon - let's get some originality Disney. I drive a car every day at home!

Thunder Mountain, WDW Railroad, Tomorrowland Indy Speedway and now even Expedition Everest; WAY TO MUCH WHEELS!!!

:lookaroun

And to take this thought process further...I can ride a bus at home anytime...we need more monorails!!!

 

[MickeyTigg]

You know, I said the same thing about Rock N Rollercoaster! Comon - let's get some originality Disney. I drive a car every day at home!

Thunder Mountain, WDW Railroad, Tomorrowland Indy Speedway and now even Expedition Everest; WAY TO MUCH WHEELS!!!

:lookaroun

I could watch a gameshow on TV at home....why play Who Wants to be Millionaire in the parks?

I can go watch Joey Chitwood at the State Fair...why watch Lights Motors Action?

In fact, why even go to WDW or DL....you can do it all with VMK and never leave home.

 

[dxwwf3]

While I don't think this attraction will be the next coming of MIB or Spider Man, it will certainly be better than what was previously there (IMO) and will be a welcome addition to the park.

I think the theme will fit ok. It won't be a perfect fit, but I think it's still better than what's going on at Fantasyland East and whatnot. It shouldn't be much of a problem at all.

Hopefully this will really boost MGM's attendance and add an attraction that kids will like, but everyone will enjoy.

 

[ag2000]

here it is from allearsnet.com
[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]AllEarsNet.com's Deb Wills is in Orlando attending the event and sending reports and photos.[/FONT]

[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Friday, January 26, Morning:[/FONT]

[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]The big "What's New, What's Next" presentation that was just held this morning didn't reveal any huge surprises, but did serve to confirm at least one rumor that has been swirling around lately. The main announcement is that Toy Story Mania! will arrive at the Disney-MGM Studios in 2008, in the space formerly occupied by "Who Wants to be a Millionaire -- Play It!" The new ride, which will also open in Disney's California Adventure in the Paradise Pier section, marks the first time an attraction has been designed and built simultaneously at Disneyland Resort and at Walt Disney World. The attraction will "set a new standard" for interactive ride/game technology. When you enter the attraction, you'll be greeted by the "barker," Mr. Potato Head, who, using technology similar to that found in Epcot's "Turtle Talk with Crush," will interact with guests. Then guests of all ages will put on 3-D glasses and ride themed vehicles along a route lined with "classic midway games of skill," while shooting their toy cannons at animated targets. As you ride, you'll pass through a series of games hosted by various Toy Story characters, like Bo-Peep and the Little Green Men. The ride will also be able to determine individual users' skill levels and will increase the degree of difficulty accordingly.[/FONT]​

[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Also at the presentation was famed photographer Annie Leibovitz, who was hired to photograph celebrities as Disney characters for the Year of a Million Dreams promotion. Leibovitz spoke briefly about photographing singer Beyonce as Alice in Wonderland, alongside actor Oliver Platt as the Mad Hatter and singer Lyle Lovett as the March Hare.[/FONT]​

[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]The biggest buzz was the announcement of a pilot program called Disney's Online Concierge. Now being tested throughout the Contemporary Resort, the program involves each room having its own computer that provides a variety of services to guests. Guests can use the computer to check on flights, order room service, play videogames, connect to Disney internet sites, and contact valet and bell services. The online concierge will also send personal emails to the guests, with information on the upcoming day's events and weather. If the program proves successful, it will be expanded and may eventually allow guests to make online reservations at Disney restaurants.[/FONT]​

basically a updated Buzz Lightyear....... why dont they just build this at the BLSRS and build someting different in the who wants to be a millionaire building.