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Disney's Hollywood Studios is a theme park located at the Walt Disney World Resort. Major attractions are listed below.

The Sorcerer's Hat, the former icon of Disney's Hollywood Studios, at the end of Hollywood Boulevard

Hollywood Boulevard

Hollywood Boulevard is lined with shops selling Disney merchandise and food. While parades are a major attraction today, the area was not originally built to handle parades, and an appropriate sound system and other facilities had to be retrofitted after initial construction. Michael Eisner, who had a major part in the park's creation ever since the earliest development, wanted the opening land to operate on the same principle as Main Street, U.S.A. — a street lined with shops and food, but in a style more fitting to Hollywood.

Echo Lake

Monstropolis (Opening in 2027)

Main article: Monstropolis (Disney's Hollywood Studios)
  • Unnamed suspended roller coaster, an indoor suspended roller coaster themed around into the Door Vault.
  • Welcome to Monstropolis, a live performance in The Glob Theater, based on Monsters, Inc..

Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge

Main article: Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge

Toy Story Land

Main article: Toy Story Land

The Walt Disney Studios Lot

Sunset Boulevard

Entertainment

The park's original logo and name from 1989 to 2008.

Theater of the Stars

Originally located off Hollywood Boulevard (1989-1993) and relocated to Sunset Boulevard (1994-present)

  • Hollywood! Hollywood! A Star-Studded Spectacular (May 1 – August 31, 1989)[23][24]
  • Dick Tracy starring in Diamond Double-Cross (May 21, 1990 – February 16, 1991)
  • Hollywood's Pretty Woman (September 24 – November 3, 1991)
  • Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage (1991 – 1993; July 15, 1994 – March 15, 2020; August 15, 2021 – present)
  • Used for seasonal special events:
    • Star Wars Weekends, etc. (2015)
    • The Music of Pixar Live! (May 26 – August 27, 2017)
    • Disney Socienty Orchestra and Friends (August 2 – October 3, 2020)
    • Disney Holidays in Hollywood (November 11 – present; seasonals)

The theater is also used for occasional corporate, seasonal, promotional and internal events, and presentations.

The Glob Theater (Opening in 2027)

Hyperion Theater (Soundstage 10)

Formerly known as SuperStar Television Theater (1989–1998; 2009–2014) and ABC TV Theater (1999–2008)

Mickey Shorts Theater (Soundstage 11)

Formerly known as Monster Sound Studio (1989–1997) and ABC Sound Studio (1997–2012)

Epic Theater

Grand Arts Theatre

This entertainment venue is no longer operating as it has been demolished for Monstropolis.

Hollywood Boulevard

  • High School Musical Pep Rally (January 22 – September 14, 2007)
  • High School Musical 2: School's Out (September 23, 2007 – September 13, 2008)
  • High School Musical 3: Right Here! Right Now! (October 24, 2008 – October 2, 2010)
  • Disney Channel Rocks! (October 22, 2010 – April 6, 2013)
  • March of the First Order (May 4, 2016 – July 6, 2019)
  • Glisten! (November 9, 2024 – present; seasonal)

New York Street

This entertainment venue is no longer operating as it has been demolished for Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge

Premier Theater

Formerly known as Backlot Theater (1993-2002). This entertainment venue is no longer operating as it has been demolished for Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge

Soundstages 2 & 3

Originally a portion of the Disney-MGM Studios Backstage Studio Tour (1989-1990), Inside the Magic (1990-1996), Backstage Pass (1996-2000). This entertainment venue is no longer operating as it closed to make room for Toy Story Mania!, which became part of Toy Story Land

Soundstage 4

Originally a portion of the Disney-MGM Studios Backstage Studio Tour (1989-1990), Inside the Magic (1990-1996). This entertainment venue is no longer operating as it has been demolished to make room for the entrance of Toy Story Land

Walt Disney Theatre

Originally a portion of the Disney-MGM Studios Backstage Studio Tour (1989-1990), Inside the Magic (1990-1994)

Animation Courtyard Theater (Soundstage 16)

Formerly known as Walt Disney Theater and was originally the final portion of the Disney-MGM Studios Backstage Studio Tour (1989-1990). This building was originally soundstage 15 until Rock 'n' Roller Coaster opened with its show building labeled as soundstage 15. The Animation Courtyard Theater then became soundstage 16 around 1999. This entertainment venue is no longer operating as it closed to make room for The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure, which became part of The Walt Disney Studios.

Studio Theater

Soundstage Theater (Soundstage 5)

This entertainment venue is no longer operating as it closed to make room for Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live!, which became part of The Walt Disney Studios.

Stage 1 Theater

  • Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live! (May 26, 2026 – present)

Once Upon a Studio Theater

Sunset Showcase Theater

  • Club Disney (December 5, 2015 – February 6, 2016)
    • Club Villain (January 16, 2016 – October 31, 2017; seasonals)
  • Lightning McQueen's Racing Academy (March 31, 2019 – October 7, 2024)
  • Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After (May 27, 2025 – present)[26][27][28]

Hollywood Hills Amphitheater

  • Fantasmic! (October 15, 1998 – March 15, 2020; November 3, 2022 – present)

Nighttime entertainment

  • Sorcery in the Sky (May 29, 1990 – October 15, 1998) – This fireworks show debuted in 1990 when the film Fantasia was celebrating its 50th anniversary, and featured music score from such films as Puttin' on the Ritz, The Wizard of Oz, Singin' in the Rain, The Bridge on the River Kwai, Mary Poppins, Close Encounters of the Third Kind, Star Wars, Chariots of Fire, Raiders of the Lost Ark, and Fantasia. The show was cancelled in 1998, and its park replacement was Fantasmic!, debuting later that same year. The show was brought back from 2001 to 2003 for performances on July 4 and New Year's Eve before being replaced with new shows in 2004. While Sorcery in the Sky is no longer performed, a Hollywood-themed fireworks show is still occasionally presented during corporate functions and on special evenings such as New Year's Eve and Independence Day.
  • Fantasmic! (October 15, 1998 – March 15, 2020; November 3, 2022 – present) – This nighttime spectacle with mist projection screens, fireworks, water fountains, pyrotechnics, and Disney characters has drawn record numbers of guests to the park. The show was updated with new animation and live-action sequences when it returned on November 3, 2022.
  • Lights, Camera, Happy New Year! (2004–07) – This show debuted in 2004 as the New Year's Eve fireworks display for Disney's Hollywood Studios. A visually similar display was shown on Independence Day until 2011 when it was replaced by a new show.
  • Rock the Night Fireworks (2008–15) – This was the New Year's Eve fireworks display. The show starred the park's in-house band Mulch, Sweat and Shears, and the fireworks were set to the band's live music performance. Occasionally, the show was performed outside of the New Year's holiday.
  • Rockin' Fourth of July Celebration (2011–2017) – This is the former Independence Day fireworks display. It starred Mulch, Sweat and Shears, and was a similar set up to the New Year's show.
  • Frozen Fireworks Spectacular (2014–15; seasonal)
  • Symphony in the Stars: A Galactic Spectacular (2014–15; seasonal, 2015–16) – A Star Wars-themed fireworks show featuring John Williams' music. This fireworks show was first presented at a private showing on December 17, 2015[29] during an opening night event for The Force Awakens, and had been a nightly fireworks show until 2016.
  • Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular (June 17, 2016 – March 15, 2020) – A "second-generation" version of Symphony in the Stars and the largest fireworks display in the park's history. The show featured fireworks, projection mapping, fire effects, lasers, fog effects, and searchlights.
  • Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! (November 14, 2016 – January 5, 2020; November 11, 2023 – present) – A seasonal holiday-themed fireworks and projection mapping display featuring fireworks, projection mapping, lasers, artificial snow, and searchlights, with a story based on the Prep & Landing franchise.[30] On June 15, 2023, Disney's Hollywood Studios announced that the revamped version of the holiday shows will return in a new holiday event, Disney Jollywood Nights at Walt Disney World Resort, as part of the Disney 100 Years of Wonder celebration.
  • Disney Movie Magic (2017–19; 2021–present) – A projection mapping show themed to Walt Disney Studios' live-action films, including Beauty and the Beast, Mary Poppins, The Jungle Book, Pirates of the Caribbean, Indiana Jones, Tron: Legacy, Doctor Strange, and Guardians of the Galaxy.
  • Wonderful World of Animation (May 1, 2019 – March 15, 2020; August 1, 2021 – present) – The show will kickoff with a tribute to the beginning of Disney animation, Mickey Mouse, and be followed by segments highlighting a number of animated feature film. Concept art currently confirms Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Sleeping Beauty, The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, Lilo & Stitch, Finding Nemo, The Incredibles, Frozen, Big Hero 6, Zootopia, Cars 3, Coco, and Ralph Breaks the Internet. Chris Diamantopoulos voices the 2013 edition of Mickey Mouse in a cameo appearance.

Parades

Former attractions

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NameAttraction TypeDescription
SuperStar Television[25]Interactive stage showHere, guests could re-enact famous scenes from television history. Using chroma-key technology, the on-stage guests would be shown on TV monitors in the theatre appearing opposite famous celebrities. For example, a female guest would play Ethel Mertz alongside Lucille Ball's Lucy Ricardo in the famous candy factory scene from I Love Lucy. In another example, a guest would appear on the set of The Tonight Show being interviewed by Johnny Carson. It originally opened on May 1, 1989.[15] It closed on September 26, 1998 and was replaced by Doug Live! The theatre was renovated to host a new live-action show, The American Idol Experience, inspired by the hit television series of the same name, which opened on February 14, 2009.
The Monster Sound ShowGuests could become volunteer Foley artists and add various sound effects to a short comedy film starring Chevy Chase and Martin Short. Sounds Dangerous! used this theatre. It originally opened on May 1, 1989,[15] and was closed on February 20, 1999.
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire – Play It!One of the first attractions to make use of the former production soundstages. During Star Wars Weekends, a Star Wars Edition of the game would be played. The game began with Greedo answering questions and a Gamorrean guard in the audience cheering him on, followed by a typically played game featuring all Star Wars questions.[32] The attraction was closed in 2006, and its soundstages were renovated for Toy Story Mania!, which opened in May 2008.
Soundstage RestaurantQuick service restaurantFormerly located in the theatre which currently houses Disney Jr. Dance Party! Designed to look like a "live set" for animated feature films such as Beauty and the Beast and Aladdin, and before that, the live-action film Big Business.
Catwalk BarBarCocktail bar located on catwalks above the seating and service areas for the Soundstage Restaurant. It was reached by a stairway and elevator between the Soundstage Restaurant and the Brown Derby.
Aladdin's Royal CaravanParadePromoted with the release of film of the same name. It featured spitting camels that are now outside The Magic Carpets of Aladdin at the Magic Kingdom.[20]
The Hunchback of Notre Dame – A Musical AdventureMusical stage showBased upon the 1996 animated musical film of the same name, was performed in the Backlot Theatre, which was renovated into the Premiere Theater, currently used for special events.[33]
The Spirit of PocahontasBased upon the 1995 animated film of the same name, was another performance located in the Backlot Theatre.[18]
Here Come the MuppetsStage showThe Muppet characters were portrayed in life-size costumes and performed songs in a concert form.[34] The attraction was replaced by Voyage of the Little Mermaid in 1992.
Doug Live!Here, Doug and his friends performed daily. Guests were selected to play some of the other roles in the show.[32]
Disney Stars and Motor CarsParadeFeatured cars decorated to resemble various park characters, including those from Disney films.[11]
Star ToursWalk-Through and Ride-Through AttractionBased upon the Star Wars saga, this attraction was replaced with the prequel version Star Tours – The Adventures Continue on May 20, 2011.[5]
Journey into Narnia: Prince CaspianWalk-through attractionGuests could view props and set pieces on display from The Chronicles of Narnia film series, as well as meet the namesake of the second film in the series, Prince Caspian. This attraction was located in Animation Courtyard, and was closed on September 10, 2011. It was replaced by The Legend of Captain Jack Sparrow, which opened on December 6, 2012.[5]
Sounds Dangerous!Audio showA show following Drew Carey through a day as an undercover detective when his video camera fails and the audience is left in the dark wearing earphones, following his adventure through sound cues.[32]
Star Wars: Path of the JediA film retelling of Star Wars, located at ABC Sound Studio.
The American Idol ExperienceLive stage showA live show where guests audition in front of live audiences to vote for their favorite singers. Inspired by the television series of the same name.[5]
Studio Backlot TourTram tourA walking-tram tour showing how film special effects are produced. Guests saw a scene from Pearl Harbor recreated on the Special Effects Water Tank with volunteers from the audience. After that, guests boarded studio trams and were taken through Catastrophe Canyon, to see fire and water effects, are driven past large-scale movie props, the Earffel Tower and are shown Creative Costuming department along with lighting and grip and the carpentry shop.[35] The Earffel Tower was removed in April 2016.
The Legend of Captain Jack SparrowInteractive special effects showAn immersive walk-through special effects attraction based on the Pirates of the Caribbean series.[5]
Lights, Motors, Action!: Extreme Stunt ShowShowA car/motorcycle stunt show that debuted at the Walt Disney Studios Park. It was added to Hollywood Studios in 2005[14] and closed in April 2016.[36]
Honey, I Shrunk the Kids: Movie Set AdventurePlaygroundA playground area where kids can have fun in based on the film Honey, I Shrunk the Kids.[34]
The Great Movie Ride Dark ride A dark ride paying homage to several classic films within the park's Chinese Theater.[37] This attraction closed on August 13, 2017, and was replaced by Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway.[38]
Disney Junior – Live on Stage! Live Stage Show Disney Junior – Live on Stage! closed on September 1, 2018. It was replaced by Disney Junior Dance Party! on December 22, 2018.
Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple A live show based on the teachings and practices of the fictional Jedi Knights from the Star Wars films,[39] depends heavily on audience participation, focusing on children. Each participant is given a lightsaber and Jedi robes and is taught a routine set of sword fighting moves.[40][41]
Voyage of the Little Mermaid Stage show A live performance that recreated the animated musical film of the same name, in an abbreviated form using puppets, lasers, movies, human actors, and water (mist) in the Animation Courtyard Theater.[42][20] The show closed in March 2020 alongside the resort's temporary closure from the COVID-19 pandemic. In January 2023, a mold infestation was reported in the attraction's building and the show's puppets were sold, which confirmed the permanent closure of the attraction.
Lightning McQueen's Racing AcademyBased on the Cars franchise, this stage show featured an animatronic Lightning McQueen who took the stage teaching guests, dubbed “rookie racers”, how to be a racer on the racetrack using the simulator and also demonstrated how to work as a team with the help of. His friends in a simulated race against Chick Hicks.
Muppet*Vision 3D 4D film In the Grand Arts Theatre, starring The Muppets.[43][20] It was announced that Florida version of the final performance was permanently closed on June 7, 2025.
Disney Jr. Play and Dance! Stage show A live performance in Soundstage Theater, featuring television characters from Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+ Spidey and His Amazing Friends, Firebuds, SuperKitties, Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures, Pupstruction, Ariel, Kindergarten: The Musical, RoboGobo, and Iron Man and His Awesome Friends.
Star Wars Launch Bay Interactive theater show An interactive walkthrough attraction featuring Star Wars character meet-and-greets, memorabilia, games and a gift shop.
Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith Indoor roller coaster An indoor roller coaster in the dark with three inversions and a high-speed launch in the fictional G-Force Records. In August 2025, it was announced that the roller coaster will be closed in March 1, 2026 to receive a retheme as Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets. The re-themed ride opened on May 26, 2026.
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Characters

Current Characters

Seen in Hollywood Boulevard

Seen in Echo Lake

Seen in Grand Avenue

Seen in Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge

Seen in Toy Story Land

Seen in Pixar Plaza

Seen in Commissary Lane

Seen in The Walt Disney Studios Lot

Seen in Sunset Boulevard

  • Evie Starlight
  • Ginny Vermouth
  • Phoebe Bizarre
  • Cloe Canard
  • Betty Shambles
  • Flora Fiera
  • Ace Victory
  • Stone Granite
  • Officer Pat Friskem
  • Officer William Club
  • Officer Percival Peabody
  • Oscar Mayer Weiner
  • Juan Scenario
  • Jack Diamond
  • Mayor Sonny Burbank
  • Beau Wrangler
  • Buddy Flowers

Former characters

See also

Notes

  1. [a]
    The intellectual property rights are owned by Warner Bros. Discovery.
  2. [b]
    The intellectual property rights are owned by Paramount Skydance.
  3. [c]
    The intellectual property rights are owned by Hasbro.

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