It’s a HUGE day over in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and we’ve been bouncing on our toes all day with excitement!
Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets
Cast Member previews are currently ongoing for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets, and that means we JUST got a chance to ride the new version of the attraction, and we’ve got SO much to tell you about. Let’s just say, Muppets fans are about to be VERY happy!
Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets officially opens to the public on May 26th, with Annual Passholder previews taking place on May 21st, 22nd, and 23rd, but Cast Members get the chance to preview the ride even EARLIER. We got a chance to ride recently, and when we tell you there’s SO MUCH to catch up on, we really mean it. Don’t worry, though, we’re taking you through it all in advance, so you don’t miss anything when you ride!
If you don’t want any spoilers, look away now!
Outdoor queue
Starting out in the queue, you’ll notice TONS of framed photos, costumes, and posters from the many years of The Muppets. Throughout the entire experience, you’ll notice Easter Eggs to the iconic Muppet movies, Muppet*Vision, and the Aerosmith version of the attraction, which we were so stoked to see.
Make sure to look closer at the details
Heading into the pre-show room, we were hit with even more details! The pre-show itself is pretty short, so you may want to ride numerous times to see all the details. Some of our favorite details are all the nods to PizzeRizzo, such as the pizza box in the recording studio. You’ll also want to pay close attention to the recording booth as a whole — Scooter is over on the left, but the details are WILD. The more you look, the more you’ll see!
It’s time to start the show!
Of course, they kept the iconic line from the pre-show, which we’re thrilled about. Now someone shouts out, “Who wants some backstage passes?”
We do! We do!
As we headed over to the loading station, you guessed it — there are MORE details! There are props practically everywhere from the Muppets films you know and love, and you’ll even see a hiring sign for PizzeRizzo right over the loading dock! You’ll even find the Muppet Mobile Labs vehicle, which we LOVED.
Muppet Labs
This is also where you’ll get your first look at the limos, and yes, they’ve all gotten a makeover! Now they all have a similar color scheme to the car near the ride area entrance, which is reminiscent of The Electric Mayhem’s van.
Climb in
The license plates are different, too, just like in the Aerosmith version, so keep an eye out for which one you get! If you choose to ask for the front row, there’s a separate waiting area you’ll be sent to, and this is where you’ll find the plans for the L.I.M.O. (pronounced “lymo”) on the wall, which say “make it a stretch, make it a super stretch” — a nod to the Aerosmith version of the ride!
Ready to rock!
On the ride vehicle itself, we’ll warn you now that the music in the vehicle is actually pretty quiet, so you’ll want to listen closely for what song you get (you know, over all the screaming). We do love that Animal is now the one counting you off for the launch! How fun!
Don’t forget to secure your items
As for the ride itself, there are definitely some BIG changes, and it lived up to its name! It’s the same ride as before, as the track hasn’t changed, but it’s got some fun Muppets twists throughout it, including some great sarcastic Muppets humor. One of our favorites is that the sign that used to say “corkscrew” now says “obligatory corkscrew.”
One night only
When you finish the ride and are coming into the unloading station, look quickly over to your left, because that’s where you’ll find Statler and Waldorf, who are, yes, still bolted to the seats, so they’re not going anywhere. They go by quick, so be sure to keep a close eye out for them.
Unloading station
Overall, one of our favorite parts about this retheme is how many nods there are to Muppets history and Muppet*Vision 3D itself. There are Easter Eggs practically everywhere you look, and that classic Muppets humor was prevalent as well. We loved seeing the Miss Piggy record that featured a “huge, show-stopping, major song,” and Kermit reminds the band that they have “a minute and a half” in the pre-show room!
Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster
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but can you imagine Hollywood Studios without The Muppets?
YES, very easily.
Disney ruined a good ride. Muppets having absolutely nothing to do with rock n roll, such an embarrassment.
SO happy with this change! The Muppets are iconic and having it feature Dr Teeth and the Electric Mayhem was a no-brainer. Absolutely THRILLED they replaced Aerosmith with a fun, family-friendly, beloved IP!!
Another reason for teenagers and young adults to go to Universal Studios.
The ride was in dire need of updating. I grew up with Aerosmith and liked the music, but the music is 40+ years old and they aren’t relevant. Last time I was on the ride early in the year, it felt tired and need of new life. It’s not like they were the Beatles or Rolling Stones.
Going with the Electric Mayhem ties it to a Disney property. Apparently Dad M isn’t aware that the Electric Mayhem was the rock band from the Muppet Show, so yes the Muppets have plenty to do with a rock n’ roll theme. Those who don’t like it, well don’t ride it which will only help move the line faster for everyone else.
All because a Rock Star may have had a Sorid Past
Agree with Dad M. Saying Electric Mayhem was the rock band for The Muppets is the same as saying Jules is the rockstar for Miss Rachel. Oh and they replaced 40 year old songs with 30 year old songs. That made it relevant. I love The Muppets, but this is definitely not venue to showcase them.
Change is hard for old people.
Would you guys have preferred
Pigs In Space Mountain?
Pigs in Space Mountain… That’s a good one! 😂 Look, there is always going to be someone who doesn’t like a change and someone else who does; I think that Disney World has enough attractions to please everyone.
Interesting commentary. Should have left it alone and hired someone else to drive the coaster.
I love the Muppets; you can’t please all of the people all of the time. Those who want to go to universal will go.