Disney Accelerates Hollywood Studios Overhaul With Full IP Focus by 2026
Scheduled closures of legacy rides reflect a strategic move toward immersive Star Wars and Pixar lands.
Overview
- The park’s original behind-the-scenes Hollywood theme has steadily given way to franchise lands since the openings of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and Toy Story Land.
- Recent permit filings for Animation Courtyard transformations coincide with the announced reimagining of Muppet*Vision 3D into a Monsters, Inc. land.
- Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster is slated to close by early 2026 for a retheme, removing one of the last attractions tied directly to classic Hollywood motifs.
- Theme-park reporters argue that cumulative closures and construction projects effectively rebrand Hollywood Studios by 2026 without a formal corporate announcement.
- Longtime fans express nostalgia for attractions like The Great Movie Ride even as new IP-driven experiences continue to draw record attendance.