It can be a bummer when a Disney Park ride breaks down during your magical vacation. But believe it or not, for some Guests, a Walt Disney World Resort ride breakdown is a dream come true!
Yesterday, two Guests shared their experience being stuck on EPCOT’s Spaceship Earth on TikTok. @livkondash48 got stuck on the backward portion of the ride:
In the video, the Guest pans to show the typically dark, empty portion of the ride lit up. The ride’s tracks and other mechanics are exposed, a rare and enviable experience for many Disney Parks fans.
Thankfully, it doesn’t seem like the ride was evacuated! Spaceship Earth is operating as normal at the time of publishing this article.
More on Spaceship Earth
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Spaceship Earth, located in EPCOT’s World Celebration neighborhood, opened along with EPCOT in 1982 and has served as the Park’s icon since. The dark ride perfectly explores Earth’s past, present, and future for Disney Parks Guests of all ages. From Disney:
Travel through time and explore the remarkable history of human communication from the Stone Age to the computer age.
Back to the Beginning
Witness the landmark moments of amazing innovation that made today’s spectacular communications technology possible.
Travel back to the dawn of humanity, when early man painted on cave walls. Watch new ideas spread like wildfire with the invention of Gutenberg’s printing press. The wheels of time turn ever faster as we enter the modern age of media, from newspapers announcing the end of the Civil War to the televised broadcast of the moon landing—and beyond.
All of these great moments are brought vividly to life using elaborate sets and advanced Audio-Animatronics figures during this inspirational, 16-minute, Omnimover-style attraction.
Forward into Your Future
Once you’ve returned to the present day, you’ll have a chance to design the kind of future you want to live in using the touch screen inside your vehicle. Answer several brief questions and get ready to see what your tomorrow looks like!
The Story Behind the Spaceship
It’s the flagship attraction of Epcot and the signature symbol of the park. To create the experience inside the iconic geosphere, Disney Imagineers assembled some of the world’s greatest talents.
The all-star roster includes Academy Award® winner Judi Dench as the narrator and Emmy® winner Bruce Broughton, who conducted a 63-piece orchestra and 24-voice choir for his musical score. If you listen closely, you’ll notice that the music for each scene features styles and instruments appropriate to the era, transitioning seamlessly into the next—no small feat.
Have you ever seen Spaceship Earth with the lights on? Share your experience with us in the comments.
Please note that the story outlined in this article is based on a personal Disney Parks Guest experience. No two Guest experiences are alike, and this article does not necessarily align with Inside the Magic’s personal views on Disney Parks operations.
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