Backlot Tour News & Updates

THE FIRST TIME I VISITED: The Disney/MGM Studios

March 16, 2021 by Chuck Schmidt

Underwhelming. That's what I thought after our first visit to the Disney/MGM Studios in August of 1989. Where it took several days to see and do most of the attractions at the Magic Kingdom and Epcot, it took just a few hours to take in the limited number of adventures in the park, which was based on Hollywood, and specifically, movie and television production.

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Did You Know There’s a HUGE Piece of Disney World History Sitting Backstage?

December 26, 2020 by Kylee Gano

We're unpacking one of the biggest trivia pieces at Disney World. A huge piece of Disney history sits backstage at Disney's Hollywood Studios!

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How Disney Tried (and Failed) at Crafting a Working Florida Studio

July 4, 2020 by Brian Delpozo

How Disney's failure at creating the "Hollywood of the East" took the studios out of Hollywood Studios.

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Osborne Lights: The Nighttime Spectacular Disney Fans Are Still Begging Hollywood Studios to Bring Back

May 21, 2020 by Nathan Schmidt

Learn all about the wonderful history of the Osborne Lights, a Christmas tradition that started with Jennings Osborne in Arkansas and found a home at Disney World's Hollywood Studios for 20 years - and why so many people wish to see it once more.

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Disney’s Hollywood Studios’ Identity Crisis: From MGM to Galaxy’s Edge

September 12, 2019 by Sierra Vieregge

A lot of changes have happened around Hollywood Studios lately. What have they made of the park, and what have we left behind? Find out here!

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The genesis of Disney’s Hollywood Studios, which turns 30 on May 1

March 25, 2019 by Chuck Schmidt

Originally, the Disney-MGM Studios was conceived as a new attraction in Epcot’s Future World before it evolved into a major theme park. On May 1, the park will celebrate its 30th anniversary with a new name, new attractions and new lands.

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Where in the World #368

February 8, 2015 by Erin Blackwell

To all who come to this photo trivia game, Welcome! Along the way, the photos can make us relive memories and see details Walt’s Imagineers put into everything we love in Walt Disney World! Christi Ison and Deborah Wolfe: thank you so much for your wonderful notes! Now for Challenge #367: And here’s the answer: … Continue reading "Where in the World #368"

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Where in the World #346

August 24, 2014 by Erin Blackwell

To all who come to this photo trivia game, Welcome! Along the way, the photos can make us relive memories and see details Walt’s Imagineers put into everything we love in Walt Disney World! Hannah Kertes is headed for college! Congratulations and good luck! Caffeine is your friend during exams! And long lectures. Hi, Sandie … Continue reading "Where in the World #346"

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Disney Pic of the Week – Boats

June 25, 2013 by Lisa Berton

Ahoy there! Set sail with Scott and I as we set our sights on those magnificent floating vessels found at Walt Disney World. Being the piratical rebel that I am, I’ve selected a special photo for you today. Seen here is the mock patrol boat and volunteers used to demonstrate movie action scenes that use … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Boats"

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Disney Pic of the Week: Backlot Tour

November 20, 2012 by Scott Thomas

Disney’s Hollywood Studios likes to put guests right into the movies. A part of the Backlot Tour gives people such an opportunity to star in a scene out of the movie, Pearl Harbor. Special effects created in large water filled sets are demonstrated including how water cannons are used to simulate a torpedo hit on … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Backlot Tour"

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