Rumor: The Great Movie Ride closing for good?

[DisneyExplorer]

i don't think TGMR has been the same since they put the huge hat in front of it! it used to be a great landmark at the end of the street!

 

[jmclester]

i don't think TGMR has been the same since they put the huge hat in front of it! it used to be a great landmark at the end of the street!

See post #83 and raise your hand......or both of them!!

 

[DisneyExplorer]

How about tearing down the stupid hat in front of it instead? Can I see a show of hands on that one?

HANDS AND FEET ARE ALL RAISED!!!!

 

[cindyfan]

I agree. Its the best stunt show at DHS. That LMA is tedious

Thanks! I'm glad I'm not the only one that thinks LMA is "tedious"... very nice choice of words!
If it wasn't so loonnnnnnnnnngggggggg...... it wouldn't be too bad. But almost 40 minutes of little black cars racing past each other!!!

There was another thread that was talking about attendence over the last 7 - 8 years. And it seems obvious to me that DHS needs some upgrading.
Maybe a renovation of GMR would be a good start.
Then let's get some good shows back in.... like Hunchback!!

 

[grinningghost]

I think the GMR has earned a permanent spot at HS. It's an original attraction that has more to do with the movies than any other attraction in the park. If they must update it, then that's fine, but there should always be a few classic films included - not everyone is a brand new, computer-generated movie fan - lots of people enjoy the classics.

I'm just happy it will still be open so my mom can finally ride it. She's 65 and I know she's going to love every minute of it - I doubt she'll feel the same about LMA. LOL.

 

[MJMcBride]

Thanks! I'm glad I'm not the only one that thinks LMA is "tedious"... very nice choice of words!
If it wasn't so loonnnnnnnnnngggggggg...... it wouldn't be too bad. But almost 40 minutes of little black cars racing past each other!!!

There was another thread that was talking about attendence over the last 7 - 8 years. And it seems obvious to me that DHS needs some upgrading.
Maybe a renovation of GMR would be a good start.
Then let's get some good shows back in.... like Hunchback!!

actually, what they need to remove the backlot tour ans set up a new "land" over perhaps grow out Pixar Place. They also need to convert Echo Lake into Skywalker Lot with several star wars and Indy Jones attractions.

 

[disneyfan67]

actually, what they need to remove the backlot tour ans set up a new "land" over perhaps grow out Pixar Place. They also need to convert Echo Lake into Skywalker Lot with several star wars and Indy Jones attractions.

One could only hope.....

I would love for them to add more to the Indy area by adding the I.J Disneyland Anaheim ride next to the stunt show. While I'm dreaming here, how about also adding the Indiana Jones and the Temple of Peril roller coaster in the same area. (Link posted below) That would be incredible, IMO.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KSTxJumir-U&feature=related


Then convert the backstage area over to a complete Star Wars area or Skywalker lot as you called it. Make it a complete experience and go all out with theming including items from all the movies, restaurants and all.

 

[Tncedwards]

Really, I am not disappointed this ride is going away. Put something better there!

 

[Horace Horsecollar]

Really, I am not disappointed this ride is going away. Put something better there!

The Great Movie Rode is not going away any time soon.

"Something better" would be likely to cost $150 million or so.

Sure, if a sponsor steps up who is willing to pay enough, and insists on replacing any particular existing attraction at WDW, it could happen. But what's really the chance of that?

Next, someone will post that Splash Mountain is being closed and replaced -- and some people will respond as though it's really happening.

 

[mitros]

The Great Movie Rode is not going away any time soon.

"Something better" would be likely to cost $150 million or so.

Sure, if a sponsor steps up who is willing to pay enough, and insists on replacing any particular existing attraction at WDW, it could happen. But what's really the chance of that?

Next, someone will post that Splash Mountain is being closed and replaced -- and some people will respond as though it's really happening.

......uh, it's the rumors board, after all.

 

[Horace Horsecollar]

......uh, it's the rumors board, after all.

Exactly!

And that's why I'm always surprised when people respond to a rumor as though it's a "done deal" and the fact that it appears on a computer screen must mean it's true.

Here's a fictional example:

Someone might post, "A CM told me that they're tearing down Cinderella Castle and replacing it with a 180-foot-tall Buzz Lightyear. You'll walk into Fantasyland between his legs."

Then someone might respond, "Oh, no! That's awful news. It will ruin the Magic Kingdom. That's so sad."

Then someone else might respond, "Cool! I'm tired of the castle. It's been there too long, and Cinderella is such an ancient movie."

The third response might be along the lines of, "This rumor makes no sense from a business standpoint, and hourly WDW CMs do not know what's really being planned in Disney's executive offices and behind closed doors at Disney Imagineering."

Yes, I'm more likely to be the one writing the third response.

It's fine to post any rumors, but it's also reasonable to analyze those rumors as to their source, whether they make business sense (Disney is a business), whether they're consistent with how Disney tends to operate, and if there's any evidence (regulatory filings, construction equipment at the supposed site, domain names registered, etc.)

If I read a rumor from Al Lutz, it has a lot of credibility based on his amazing track record. If I read something that begins, "a bus driver at WDW said that they're going build..." (and where there's no evidence of that "fact"), then I'll will approach the rumor with healthy skepticism.

 

[Cobra B.]

Exactly!

And that's why I'm always surprised when people respond to a rumor as though it's a "done deal" and that fact that it appears on a computer screen must mean it's true.

Here's a fictional example:

Someone might post, "A CM told me that they're tearing down Cinderella Castle and replacing it with a 180-foot-tall Buzz Lightyear. You'll walk into Fantasyland between his legs."

Then someone might respond, "Oh, no! That's awful news. It will ruin the Magic Kingdom. That's so sad."

Then someone else might respond, "Cool! I'm tired of the castle. It's been there too long, and Cinderella is such an ancient movie."

The third response might be along the lines of, "This rumor makes no sense from a business standpoint, and hourly WDW CMs do not know what's really being planned in Disney's executive offices and behind closed doors at Disney Imagineering."

Yes, I'm more likely to be the one writing the third response.

It's fine to post any rumors, but it's also reasonable to analyze those rumors as to their source, whether they make business sense (Disney is a business), whether they're consistent with how Disney tends to operate, and if there's any evidence (regulatory filings, construction equipment at the supposed site, domain names registered, etc.)

If I read a rumor from Al Lutz, it has a lot of credibility based on his amazing track record. If I read something that begins, "a bus driver at WDW said that they're going build..." (and where there's no evidence of that "fact"), then I'll will approach the rumor with healthy skepticism.

Get 'em Horse...

 

[Michael623]

That Temple of Peril coaster at DLP isn't that great.

 

[disneyfan67]

That Temple of Peril coaster at DLP isn't that great.

I've heard that before, but wouldn't it be cool to have a Indiana Jones themed land at DHS? Keep the stunt show where it's at, plus add both IJ rides next to it in a heavily themed area. I'm referring to the Indiana Jones ride at Disneyland and The Temple of Peril coaster. The whole area could be exotic looking and the rides could be made to fit the illusion of the land. Of course you would have to move Star Wars to the back lot area and expand that as well. It may be just a fantasy of mine and wishful thinking on my part, but if Disney were to do that, it would make DHS one of the hottest parks around.

 

[fan of the TTA]

well, i don't think there's any sense in it...it's a lovely ride, lots of people use it, and just think if that went, mgm would loose out on yet another useful ride, because they don't have many of those production rides apart from that and the back lot tour, another atraction i like

 

[wannabef]

I wouldn't mind seeing some more updated films, or perhaps things that are more iconic than "Angels With Dirty Faces" with today's family audiences.

Speaking as a recalcitrant geek, I'd love to see an entire Narnia "land." And Id love to see someone (preferably WDW) cut a deal with New Line to create a Middle Earth park. Maybe a WetaWorld in New Zealand?

 

[yitbos96bb]

I wouldn't mind seeing some more updated films, or perhaps things that are more iconic than "Angels With Dirty Faces" with today's family audiences.

Speaking as a recalcitrant geek, I'd love to see an entire Narnia "land." And Id love to see someone (preferably WDW) cut a deal with New Line to create a Middle Earth park. Maybe a WetaWorld in New Zealand?

I'm not sure a Narnia land would work too well... given the religious implications of the book it might tick off a significant number of people.

 

[stemikger]

The first time I went on this ride I was blown away. However, since I have been on this ride so many times, I really don't enjoy it any longer. I would love to see them put something new in its place. I love Disney, but when you go every year some rides don't have the same appeal as some of the classics that you can do again and again (i.e. POTC and HM). IMHO the GMR is not a classic and I would love to see them put something fresh in its place.

I think as people become more thrill oriented and more sophisticated in their taste in rides, Disney has to put the right balance of thrill and Disney technology into their new rides. I would hate to see all thrill rides, but I would also hate to see the same slow moving rides without some sort of excitment.

I think Soarin is a perfect balance between fun and technology it is just the right mix it's not a thrill ride, but it is a fun experience and enjoyable to do over and over.

 

[fan of the TTA]

actually, what they need to remove the backlot tour ans set up a new "land" over perhaps grow out Pixar Place. They also need to convert Echo Lake into Skywalker Lot with several star wars and Indy Jones attractions.

keep the backlot tour. it fits with the moovie theme, plus there's 1 in paris also

 

[fan of the TTA]

I'm not sure a Narnia land would work too well... given the religious implications of the book it might tick off a significant number of people.

i love narnea!. defenetly in favour