The Hall of Presidents reopens with Joe Biden animatronic at Walt Disney World

Aug 03, 2021 in "The Hall of Presidents"

Gallery / 22 Photos
Joe Biden in the Hall of Presidents

See all 22

Posted: Tuesday August 3, 2021 1:18pm ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

The Hall of Presidents reopened today at Walt Disney World with President Joe Biden taking center stage as the new president of the United States of America.

Joe Biden in the Hall of Presidents

With a quiet unannounced opening at midday, the show remains the same as before with the new film that was introduced 4 years ago, followed by an introduction of all the presidents in audio-animatronic form.

Joe Biden in the Hall of Presidents

Breaking from recent tradition, this new version does not include a speech from President Biden himself, just a brief introduction and oath of office.

Joe Biden in the Hall of Presidents

Details on the table beside Joe Biden include his signature Ray-Ban aviator style sunglasses and The Penguin Book of Irish Poetry

You can see a video of Joe Biden's appearance below (4K YouTube Video)

Former President Donald Trump can be seen just to the left of Joe Biden on the back row. See more pictures of Donald Trump in his new position.

Joe Biden in the Hall of Presidents

Donald Trump has been moved to the left of Joe Biden in the Hall of Presidents

The Hall of Presidents operating hours are currently 10am to 7pm daily.

Signs outside The Hall of Presidents

Click the gallery to see more pictures of the new Joe Biden audio-animatronic figure at The Hall of Presidents.

The Hall of Presidents rotunda

Discuss on the Forums

Get Walt Disney World News Delivered to Your Inbox

The MomJul 09, 2024

I think it's time to lock this thread and wait until after the election for news about any updates - if there are any.

MR.DisJul 09, 2024

The Trump speech was very generic and could be used again. However, since Biden did not give a speech I think Disney would continue this trend with no speech. It also makes it easier going forward with future presidents to not have to make time to get a speech recorded when a new President is incredibly busy learning the job.

DisneyCaneJul 09, 2024

Very true. However, in 1956 there weren't companies demonstrating robots that can walk. As I became an adult after growing up watching the Jetsons (as a kid in the 1980s) the one innovation I didn't want to see was video phones. I wanted to retain my ability to "zone out" when talking to my mom, for example.

BocabearJul 09, 2024

they were saying that back in 1956.....

DisneyCaneJul 09, 2024

There's a novelty to seeing and hearing an AA of the current president. For the overall show it's better to focus on historically important Presidents and keep the novelty to a minimum. As time has progressed it's less of a novelty due to the improvements and advancements in robotics and AI. It probably won't be long before you can order a walking, talking robot clone of yourself to take care of mundane chores.

Coaster LoverJul 09, 2024

I dunno... regardless of who wins, I'd be 100% on board if they decided to have Lincoln or Washington be the only one talking. Heck, I'd be fine if they decided to have animatronic Walt up there to give a short speech about the importance of the presidency instead of having any president (past or present) talk.

The MomJul 09, 2024

Since this thread is being resurrected, I will once again remind posters that no political comments are allowed. Thank you.

Captain BarbossaJul 09, 2024

I could see them axing the speech and just have him recite the Oath of Office (like the current iteration), which they can reuse the previous recording. If that’s the route they go, depending on the election obviously, I’d love to have a new speech for someone like Lincoln or Washington, in addition to the ones they currently give. Heck, I’d even love to see someone different like JFK give a speech, but that won’t ever happen.

Captain BarbossaJul 09, 2024

My biggest gripe with HoP is that they don’t play Hail to the Chief anymore when the Presidents are introduced. Was hoping they’d bring it back when it reopened in 21 but nope. It feels more than weird without it. That and the removal of the Battle Hymn of the Republic. Miss that one too.

John park hopperJul 09, 2024

Have been to the Hall of Presidents every time I have been to MK never gets old for me

StreetwayJul 09, 2024

I Thinl HOP should stay too. Maybe with some updates sure, but I’d be fine with it staying. American Adventure solos tho

MothJul 09, 2024

Personally, I think the show is staying, despite the outcome of the 2024 election. Those who dislike it can skip it and self-select, personally it's not my cup of tea so I've seen it only once. It's an important, integral part of the Magic Kingdom's identity. It's forever remained a bipartisan message that everyone watching can agree on, and I'll be ultimately sad to see it go. And while I love The Muppets, I don't really wanna see them in the Hall of Presidents?

TrainsOfDisneyJul 09, 2024

President Biden does not give a speech - so if Trump is re-elected they will have to make a decision on having him give a speech.

muddyriversJul 09, 2024

I could see them remaking the skin as they didn't seem to do the best job capturing Trump's likeness the first go around and they would likely update the animatronic so as to showcase their latest animatronic technology. At least I would hope they would do so for whoever the next new person would be. In the case of a Biden second term they of course would not be updating the figure as no changes to the show would be needed. If Trump were to get a second term, this would be unprecedented in modern times as the only other person to have non consecutive terms was Grover Cleveland. So I'm not sure what they would do for recording. I believe the first time they did a Trump recording they had difficulty arranging a time with the administration so they may shortcut the issue by reusing the recording. However, it would be an 8 year old recording by the time of inauguration so I would think a new recording would definitely be justified to accurately reflect the individual.