A statement from the Jim Henson Company alludes to a future for MuppetVision 3D.
With the closure of MuppetVision 3D officially announced by Disney this week, the Jim Henson Company released the following statement on social media:
Jim Henson’s final project was Muppet*Vision 3D, now regarded as a true theme park classic. Innovation was always Jim Henson’s north star, and his trailblazing career led him to a unique challenge: a truly immersive Muppet experience where audiences are part of the happy chaos of the iconic Muppet Show. Originally debuting in 1991, Muppet*Vision 3D combined 3D technology with real-world practical effects, alongside animatronic and live Muppet characters. The result was a one-of-a-kind Jim Henson experience, and an unforgettable capstone to Jim’s magnificent career. As we learn of the show’s upcoming closure in its current form at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, we look forward to Muppet*Vision 3D’s next act.
The posting alludes to Disney’s statement that they “are having creative conversations and exploring ways to preserve the film and other parts of the experience for fans to enjoy in the future.”
The film was already digitized and the digital version has played in the attraction for over a decade. Disney could potentially add it to Disney+ or move the attraction elsewhere, but nothing has been announced.
MuppetVision 3D will close so Grand Avenue can become the new “Monsters, Inc.” Monstropolis land. PizzeRizzo and Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano will also close.
The Muppets will remain in Disney’s Hollywood Studios as part of a re-theming of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster featuring the Electric Mayhem.
Watch our video of MuppetVision 3D below.
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