Disney Legend Josh Gad has taken to social media to express his concerns over the future of the beloved Muppets at Disney's Hollywood Studios. With recent announcements hinting at a new Monsters, Inc. Land potentially replacing the Muppets Courtyard, Gad's comments have added a significant voice to the ongoing discussion among Disney fans.
Gad, best known for his role as Olaf in Disney's Frozen franchise, posted on Threads today, stating simply, "The Muppets must be protected at all costs."
His support for the Muppets comes at a time when speculation is rife that MuppetVision 3D and its surrounding area could be on the chopping block to make way for the new Monsters, Inc. Land, which was recently announced by Disney Parks Chairman Josh D'Amaro.
The announcement of a Monsters, Inc. Land has been met with excitement, but it also raised immediate questions about where the new attraction would be built. Disney's Hollywood Studios, unlike other Walt Disney World parks, faces significant space limitations due to surrounding roadways and existing attractions. As a result, speculation has centered on two possible locations: Animation Courtyard and Muppets Courtyard.
While both courtyards have been presented as potential sites, recent information suggests that Muppets Courtyard is the frontrunner. This would mean the removal of MuppetVision 3D, an iconic attraction that has been a fixture at Disney's Hollywood Studios since its debut in 1991. The show, which was one of the last projects Jim Henson worked on before his passing, holds a special place in Disney history and the hearts of fans.
Disney's Hollywood Studios: Will Monsters, Inc. Land Replace Muppets Courtyard or Animation Courtyard?
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