Tower of Terror Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular
Jim Henson's MuppetVision 3-D  
Lights, Motors, Action! Voyage of the Little Mermaid Fantasmic

ROCK 'N' ROLL COASTER****  

You've nabbed a special invitation to an Aerosmith concert, but it's clear across town and you're late! Disney's wildest roller coaster ride takes place seated inside a 24-passenger "stretch limo" speeding down a Los Angeles freeway amid blasting Aerosmith music. Zooming past, through, and around neon Hollywood landmarks you'll loop and corkscrew in the dark. And that's after you have accelerated to a speed of 60 mph in just under 3 seconds. Hold on to your hat (or anything else you might treasure) because this is pure Disney fun.

Fastpass. 10-minute ride. Minimum height 48 inches. Not recommended for expectant mothers, those with back, heart, or neck problems, or those prone to motion sickness.

Tip: Move straight to this attraction when the park opens; you'll find it's one popular ride and certainly the biggest thrill at any Disney theme park. Then immediately go to the next-door Tower of Terror. If you'd like to sit in the front seat, just ask, but be prepared for a wait since every other daredevil in the park has the same idea. A note to the chicken-hearted: Although there are three inversions on the ride, you won't encounter any steep drops.

THE TWILIGHT ZONE TOWER OF TERROR**** 

 It ascends and moves horizontally through several remarkable special effects and then, in the pitch black without warning, plummets 13 stories to the bottom. Up you go again, and down, and up, and down, between which you'll have dazzling views of the park. If you can stand the thrill don't miss this one-just don't try it on a full stomach. Fastpass. 10-minute ride. Minimum height 40 inches. Not recommended for expectant mothers, those with back, heart, or neck problems, or those prone to motion sickness.

Tip: If you chicken out, an escape route is located immediately before entering the elevator; just ask a bellhop to show you the way out.

INDIANA JONES EPIC STUNT SPECTACULAR***

In this open-air theater is a fun stunt show that allows the audience to observe the choreography of safely performed stunts and special effects—maybe even co-star. Indiana Jones is at it again, fleeing from a 12-foot rolling ball before heading to Cairo for a street scene with audience volunteers who play along with the professionals performing a variety of flips, drops, bullwhipping, and fist fighting. The shows grand finale finds Indiana making a dangerous escape through a wall of flames, a barrage of gunfire, a large dousing of water, and one massive explosion; be prepared to feel the heat. FASTPASS. 30-minute show. Check your guide map for show times.

Tip: Sit lower in the audience and act very enthusiastic if you'd like a chance to participate in the program (adults only). Sit higher up if you want to be the first one out.

JIM HENSON'S MUPPETVISION 3-D***

          LIGHTS, MOTORS, ACTION! EXTREME STUNT SHOW***
 

Movie stunts are the highlight of Disney Hollywood Studios’ newest attraction, a thrill- a-minute show of super-fast, high-flying stunt cars, screaming motorcycles, and wild Jet-Skis with a cast of more than thirty. This 5,000-seat theater’s 61⁄2-acre stage is set in a quiet French village, one that suddenly comes alive with action. Extra highlights include pyrotechnic effects, ramp jumps, high-falls, even a stuntman engulfed in flames. The premise is the filming of a European spy thriller complete with production crew, director, and stunt coordinator who show the audience the making of complex vehicle stunts including creation, design, and filming.

After completion, each scene is edited with the addition of “real” actors, then shown with close-up detail on a giant video screen. The final explosion will blow you away! 35-minute show. 35-minute show. 

           VOYAGE OF THE LITTLE MERMAID***  
 

Journey under the sea at one Disney Hollywood Studios’ most beloved attractions. This tribute to the auburn-haired mermaid Ariel combines puppetry, live actors, animated film, and delightful music with Flounder, Sebastian, and the not so adorable Ursula. Favorite songs from the movie such as “Under the Sea,” “Part of Your World,” and “Poor Unfortunate Souls” along with great special effects like black lights, lasers, rain showers, bubbles, and lightning make this show quite a hit with children. Besides, how often do you have the opportunity to behold a seemingly live mermaid with a flopping tail? FASTPASS. 17-minute show.

FANTASMIC***

Sorcerer Mickey’s fantasies soar to new heights in the 7,000-seat Hollywood Hills Amphitheater (with standing room for another 3,000). Each evening the mouse himself orchestrates this extravaganza atop a 40-foot mountain on his lagoon-bound island. While Mickey struggles with the forces of good and evil in a series of lavish dreams and wild nightmares, guests thrill to the sight of walls of dancing water and wild, windy storms accompanied by stirring music, choreographed laser effects, and projecting flames. A favorite segment is the procession of floats representing the best of Disney happy endings quickly followed by a bevy of Disney

villains. Of course, Mickey wins out and, to the delight of the audience, a steamboat stuffed with Disney characters sails past in anticipation of the grand finale of water, lasers, and fireworks.