New Imagineering Model Reveals Track Layout for New Monsters Inc. Rollercoaster at Disney's Hollywood Studios

Aug 11, 2024 in "Monsters Inc. Land"

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Monsters Inc. Coaster Concept Model Track Layout

Posted: Sunday August 11, 2024 12:29pm ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

Walt Disney Imagineering is showing off a new concept model that details the track layout of the upcoming Monsters, Inc. rollercoaster coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World.

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In describing the new Monsters, Inc. land, Disney says that it will pick up after the events of Pixar Animation Studios' film, where humans have now been invited to visit the world of Monsters, Inc. — and the monsters need laughter to power the city and keep it running smoothly. But it's not a true visit without the factory itself. You'll be able to see the sights, hear the laughs and zoom through the building just like James P. Sullivan (a.k.a. Sulley) and Mike Wazowski — via a door.

You'll go into the factory and experience the first suspended coaster ever in a Disney park. The coaster will put you right in the middle of the monster action.

Monsters Inc. Land Concept Art

Work on the project is slated to begin in 2025, although Disney has yet to announce where the new land will be located in Disney's Hollywood Studios. Two possible locations appear possible, with the most likely being in the existing Animation Courtyard and into backstage areas. Another option exists in the Grand Avenue and Muppets area.

Monsters Inc. Land Concept Art

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celluloid2 days ago

It does make sense. I agree. I hope for good surprises. With the layout presuming elevator lift and no stopping show scenes. We can figure a ride time of a minute and 30 seconds to 2 minutes.

Mr. Sullivan2 days ago

Right, I meant more the conversations about length and effects and theming etc. We have a layout and a ride vehicle which is more to go off than a lot of other projects but to me, not quite enough for such specific discussion if that makes sense.

celluloid2 days ago

Mirrors for depth.

celluloid2 days ago

How effects play for sure we don't know exactly. However we know.tjemlayoit and that it will feature an elevator lift. With this one we actually know more than others what it will be in that regard.

Mr. Sullivan2 days ago

That’s very fair, but some of this conversation is starting to veer into reactions to an attraction that doesn’t actually exist yet. It’s fair to temper expectation, but a little much to simply theorize and then get angry at theories. We don’t know how exactly this is going to look and be so at the moment I can’t help but see any discussion of ride elements or ride time as simply assumptions that aren’t worth being mad at. We have nothing defintive, even location. By all means speak on what is desired and not desired from it all, but this is giving the same energy as that HoP thread: getting mad at ideas that we ourselves have come up with.

ᗩLᘿᑕ ✨ ᗩζᗩᗰ2 days ago

Screenz? I agree it's a lofty notion. It's likely not going to be anything more than a large warehouse bldg (themed to a warehouse) void of visuals with the exception of moving doors. Hope not.

lazyboy97o2 days ago

The model very clearly shows most of the ride being in one space. Having boxed out sets within the main show box would ruin the illusion and the whole concept of being transported.

ᗩLᘿᑕ ✨ ᗩζᗩᗰ2 days ago

🤞 Honestly, I can't imagine the attraction being very compelling without popping through different doors and experiencing the unique surroundings within. Hopefully this aligns with Disney's vision for the project. Could even incorporate practical effects like fog and cold bursts for a "Welcome to the Himilayas!" scene.

celluloid2 days ago

Horizons was sort of but also 20k at Disney Sea. also I think Uni perfected the benefits snd rs ge with Kongfrontation, and the still operating ET Adventure and Kuka arm ride vehicles that can give the same or enhanced experience. Hoping Monsters at EPIC really utilizes it too.

NelsonRD2 days ago

Was another.

Tha Realest2 days ago

Marc Davis Fan2 days ago

No, but there’s a disgruntled Marc Davis fan on this forum 👋

MR.Dis2 days ago

Does everyone realize that the Peter Pan ride is the only ride with the ceiling system. It would seem like a perfect fit for a door ride, but I am only a big Disney fan so what do I know.