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Orlando, FL - Disney’s Hollywood Studios is set to unveil a new Monsters, Inc. land featuring a suspended roller coaster and a Muppets-themed revamp of Rock 'n' Roller Coaster.
According to DisneyParksBlog.com, Walt Disney World announced the addition of the "World of Monsters, Inc." and Muppets-themed transformation of the Rock 'n' Roller Coaster.
Disney Parks revealed that the south side of Hollywood Studios will be home to a new Monsters, Inc. land, complete with a suspended roller coaster inspired by the iconic door vault scene from the films.
The addition will also feature themed dining, shopping opportunities, and a new theater show, promising an immersive experience for visitors of all ages.
The news builds on announcements made during last year’s D23 Expo, where Disney teased the development of this fan-favorite concept.
Meanwhile, on Sunset Boulevard, Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, and the rest of The Muppets will headline their first-ever Disney attraction by taking over the Rock 'n' Roller Coaster.
The revamped ride will feature a high-energy storyline as The Muppets team up with music’s biggest stars for a rock festival-themed adventure.
Fans still have time to enjoy the current attractions before these transformations take place.
The Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith and Muppet*Vision 3D will remain open for a limited time before making way for the new experiences.
Disney emphasized that these changes are still in the planning stages, with more updates expected next year.
The Monsters, Inc. franchise, created by Pixar Animation Studios and distributed by Disney, is a beloved series that explores the vibrant, comedic, and heartwarming world of monsters who generate power for their city by scaring human children—or later, by making them laugh.
The franchise began with the 2001 hit Monsters, Inc., which followed the adventures of best friends and colleagues James P. "Sulley" Sullivan and Mike Wazowski as they uncover a conspiracy and bond with a human child named Boo.
The franchise expanded with the 2013 prequel Monsters University, which explores Sulley and Mike's college years and how they became friends.
Additionally, the Disney+ series Monsters at Work (2021) continues the story, focusing on the transition of the company to laugh-powered energy.
Known for its rich world-building, charming characters, and themes of friendship and ingenuity, the Monsters, Inc. franchise remains a favorite among audiences of all ages.