Credit: DisneyLongtime fans of Disneyland Resort’s iconic nighttime spectacular, Fantasmic!, are sounding the alarm after ongoing technical issues have left the beloved show in a diminished state. Social media posts from visitors detail missing effects, broken lifts, and an absence of pyrotechnics, prompting concern about whether the production can maintain its legendary status.
Missing Effects Cause Upset
A guest on X summed up their frustration:
“I’m gonna NEEEEEED someone to be honest with me about what’s going on here. Fantasmic with ZERO pyro. Not even a cannon blast for Peter Pan. This happens at least weekly now, and it is totally unacceptable. I love Fantasmic, and my feelings rn? Just end it. Let’s be done. I have complained before, but it’s truer than ever that it’s time to either FULLY restage, relight, restore, and commit to it, or announce that it’s like fireworks shows were it only has pyro on select nights, or just retire it.
The same fan detailed several of the show’s missing elements, highlighting the impact on the overall experience:
“It’s so gross they sell dining packages for this. No lift for Mickey at the beginning or end. (Been broken for 9+ months)
No lift for Maleficent.
No dragon. (And no apparent plans to ever fix that??)
No Flotsam and Jetsam floats.
No crocodile float.
No fireworks at all like, 5-10% of shows.
The GOAT has fallen.”
No lift for Mickey at the beginning or end. (Been broken for 9+ months)
No lift for Maleficent.
No dragon. (And no apparent plans to ever fix that??)
No Flotsam and Jetsam floats.
No crocodile float.
No fireworks at all like, 5-10% of shows.The GOAT has fallen. pic.twitter.com/Sb2uzeit6T
— Park Lore✨ (@ThemeParkLore) October 12, 2025
Fantasmic!, which has been a cornerstone of Disneyland Resort’s entertainment lineup for decades, relies on a careful combination of live performers, floats, water projections, and pyrotechnics to bring Disney heroes and villains to life. Guests note that the missing elements—particularly lifts and signature fireworks—have significantly reduced the immersive and thrilling quality that once defined the show.
Premium Prices Remain
The frustration is compounded by the fact that Fantasmic! dining packages remain available, leading fans to question the value of purchasing premium experiences while technical issues persist. Many are now calling for either a full restoration of the show, clearly disclosed performance modifications, or an official update from Disney addressing the current malfunctions and outlining a repair timeline.
As of now, Disneyland Resort has not commented publicly on the technical challenges or provided a schedule for repairs. With repeated setbacks in Fantasmic! performances, the future of the nighttime spectacular remains uncertain, leaving devoted fans hoping that the show can regain the spectacular magic that has made it a must-see attraction for generations.