Captain Eo Returns?

[Sparky]

Has anyone else read/heard about this???
http://travel.latimes.com/daily-deal-blog/index.php/theme-park-news-retu-5022/
http://www.latimes.com/media/photo/2009-06/Michael-Jackson-Captain-EO-Disneyland_47713669.jpg
Only link I could find. Glad I have a premium pass and can now go EVERY SINGLE DAY to see this over and over...

[BlackHawkTraffic]

Have to say it scared me as a kid but would love to see it again just for the sake of it :D

[Vinylmickey]

This would be great if they return Captain EO. Even if it is just for Halloween time. My daughter never had a chance to see this and I am sure she would enjoy the music and 3D effects. Also looks best on the big screen.

[ryanvalle]

I never saw it on the big screen, but saw it on youtube. As a video person, I know the quality of youtube degrades things, but knowing that its quite an older film and comparing the quality of HISTA right now, I would like them to use a new projection system and a re-mastering of Captain EO if they plan to bring it back so its more of a new thing rather than just a return.

[MouseMasters]

It sucks though because it would only appear at DLR! :(

[BigAl_PT]

Eh, I would be indifferent either way (especially since I wouldn't be able to get to either park to see it). Plus, having it take the place of Honey, I Shrunk the Audience at Epcot wouldn't bother me...that movie is terribly dated.

[Vinylmickey]

I remember that it use to be nice to go in and see Captain EO on a hot afternoon, go in and cool off. I don't even get tempted to go into Honey I Shrunk the Kids. Seeing that a couple of times is enough. Now if we want to cool off we go to the Tiki Room.

[HauntedCollector]

I saw this many times at DL as a kid and they could easily put it in one of the theaters in California Adventure Park.

[tiredoldspook]

Why does it matter if he was alive would anyone care? If your going to do something upgrade and do something new. Yes people would come see this but more as a freak kind of viewing thing. I agree with who ever said it is terrible dated. I was watching some old 80's videos I loved and it is amazing how dated it looks and sounds now days.

Disney needs to dump the Honey I shrunk the audience as it is way dated also and find something more modern. I mean since they are updating TRON (Thank GOD) why not this. Let's not go backwards.

[Brava_Centauri]

It appears that this is pretty close to happening. Looks like a confirmation announcement is expected at the D23 expo. There will also be Captain Eo merchandise for sale there as well. It will only be a temporary run though.

[Panzee]

dangit.. i probably shouldn't have bought hooter and fuzzball on eBay a couple weeks ago.. oh well, too late now

[ryanvalle]

I think this has unofficial confirmation. I read about it on a different forum, but couldn't find the exact thread about it which spilled the details, but from what I recall, its supposed to return in January. It was originally planned to return in October, but there were some delays and issues which won't allow for that to happen.

HOWEVER, a quick google search lead me to miceage.com which said:

"Editor's Note 9/4-5: Captain EO Update - Honey I Shrunk The Audience will be closed next week, Tues thru Thurs. WDI will be installing the Captain EO special effects to prepare the theater for Thur's private performance of the old show for Jay Rasulo and other bigwigs in Anaheim for the D23 Expo. Assuming Rasulo can find Tomorrowland (turn right in front of the castle) and no one in the audience has any objections to the show, Rasulo should then announce EO's Jan return during his Expo presentation on the 12th. - Al Lutz"

[peaches magee]

From TalkDisney.com out of D23


Disneyland has “no definite plans to bring back” the Michael Jackson 3-D movie “Captain EO,” Disney Chief Executive Bob Iger said today during an impromptu news conference at D23 Expo in Anaheim.

“There aren’t plans to bring back ‘Captain EO’ at this time,” Iger said. “We are looking at it. It’s the kind of thing that, if we did it, would get a fair amount of attention and we’d want to make sure we do it right.”

Iger and other Disney brass watched a screening of the 1980s-era sci-fi fantasy film this week and determined that the old music video needed to be further evaluated before it could be brought back into the Anaheim theme park.

Back in 1986, everybody wanted a piece of the hottest pop star in the world. So it was with much fanfare that Disneyland introduced “Captain EO,” starring Jackson.

It was an association the family-friendly amusement park would eventually come to regret as the bizarre pop star became increasingly embroiled in controversy.

The 17-minute “Captain EO” cost an estimated $30 million and featured a star-studded list of credits, including executive producer George Lucas, director Francis Ford Coppola and Anjelica Huston as the evil Supreme Leader.

The 3-D movie — featuring lasers, smoke and stars that extended into the audience — told the story of Captain EO’s mission to deliver a musical gift to a wicked alien queen on a dystopian planet. EO’s rag-tag crew included his sidekick Fuzzbucket, security officer Major Domo and blundering shipmate Hooter.

[Traveler626]

I love Honey..., but they do need to update the attraction some. Especially the preshow. I can only listen to true colors so many times.

[KissMeKT]

Honestly, They need a new show, PERIOD. They can't really update Honey because not a lot of the youngings remember Honey, I Shrunk blah blah blah....

Disney needs to bring Captain EO back, make a 3D out of a bunch of Pixar movies, or get George Lucas to do something 3D star wars ish..

Or how about even an interactive WALL-E show, that would be a perfect match for TomorrowLand, Space Travel, The Future, and also being Green and healthy....

I like that~!!!!

[MaxGoof]

I agree that Honey, I Shrunk the Audience needs to go. It was fun for its time, but no one under the age of 25 remember--or cares about--that franchise anymore. It's a complete disconnect with young and teenage audiences, and even looks terribly dated to us old fogeys who do remember the movies. I definitely think it's timed for this classic attraction to be replaced.

[mickeyfan1999]

I would love to see this back in the parks.

[HT_NSU]

I vote get rid of Honey and put in a Wall E show. I like Captain EO, but let's be honest, it's very dated itself!

[ryanvalle]

I vote get rid of Honey and put in a Wall E show. I like Captain EO, but let's be honest, it's very dated itself!

I really like that idea. Honey is also getting into the realm of being dated and Captain EO was just something that came up when the pop star passed.

For as much as I like wall-e, my concern is that there's too much pixar going into the parks. There's already a buzz and nemo attraction close to that area that maybe adding wall-e there might be pushing it.

[disneyfan168]

I vote get rid of Honey and put in a Wall E show. I like Captain EO, but let's be honest, it's very dated itself!

:agree: I hope that they come out with a new show for that area soon!

[Brava_Centauri]

I always thought that a new Dreamfinder & Figment 3-D show would be ideal for both Epcot and Disneyland.

[VinylGina]

Honestly, i hope it was just a matter of wanting to announce it at the next D23 expo. I have had Captain EO on my iPod for as long as I can remember because it had always been my fave as a kid, Bad was the first CD I had ever bought because tracks had been played at Captain EO. Although it is a dated, it has always been a fan favorite. With Michael's passing there are def people who would want to travel to California to see this with full effects, I think when the MJ movie comes out later this month Disney will see the numbers and know. With proper restoration and effects this could draw in SO many people as well as please those who have been begging for it to come back.
Honey has to go, because
a) few kids are aware of the franchise
b) its equally as dated as EO but 90s opposed to 80s
c) it looks like the theater needs to be renovated, at least from the outside... cuz i dont go inside anymore, so I don't know how that's holding up
d) i say so.

[fairlygay]

My hubby(CM) just called. Said he heard rumors that Captain EO has got the go ahead. No word as to when that might happen. Is it because of the success of This Is It?

[LULU'S MOMMY]

:happy:

[ryanvalle]

My hubby(CM) just called. Said he heard rumors that Captain EO has got the go ahead. No word as to when that might happen. Is it because of the success of This Is It?

For as much as I would like to trust your hubby, the key word is "rumors" so nobody get too excited. Last I heard was that an announcement was to happen soon.

As far as I know, I don't think it has anything to do with the This Is It success. Rather, I think it's just an influence of what fans have to say, how people feel (and the proven fact) of the poor performance of HISTA, and possibly has a great deal to do with how well they were able to restore the EO footage. I remember that they didn't announce something at the D23 expo because the footage at that time wasn't on par with today's standards, so my guess is that they did a restoration to it.

[DesertGnome]

I would like to see EO again but mor for novelty than anything else since it's just a childhood memory. I like the idea of doing a WALL-E movie.

[ryanvalle]

I would like to see EO again but mor for novelty than anything else since it's just a childhood memory. I like the idea of doing a WALL-E movie.

im sure that the imagineers thought of doing that, but considering there's already nemo and buzz in tomorrowland, im sure that adding a wall-e attraction would seem like a pixar takeover of the area.

[peaches magee]

Looks to be confirmed-ish

http://showbiz411.blogs.thr.com/michael-jacksons-captain-eo-returns-disneyland/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:+TheHollywoodReporter_Showbiz411 +%28The+Hollywood+Reporter+|+SHOWBIZ+411%29

[fairlygay]

Hubby tells me the rumor he is now hearing is that "Honey" will close very soon(probably in the next week or two) and the refurbishement will last until Jan. I like the idea of it returning, thinking they probably had to restore the video. Will this bring crowds into Disneyland when it is typically slow in Jan/Feb?

[Tripp_H]

i hate HISTA

[CoachMike]

This will bring back some memories of my childhood, i loved Captain EO

Honey I Shrunk the Audience is so dated and really does nothing for me anymore. My last couple trips down to the DLR when I have actually gone and watched it (while waiting out my fastpass time for Space Mountain) there hasnt been anymore than about 30-40 people inside

[cbisson]

on mice chat they were talking about it coming back some time in early 2010.

[ryanvalle]

on mice chat they were talking about it coming back some time in early 2010.


Yup, for those interested in reading the original article on micechat/miceage, it can be found here:
http://miceage.micechat.com/allutz/al120109a.htm

[Scarletwebslingr]

I am not excited about this at all.

[ryanvalle]

I am not excited about this at all.

I'm not either, unless of course there will be something new about it. Really, for something that'll be in tomorrowland, its kinda ironic they're bringing something back from the past.

I'd prefer to see a completely new show in the area.

[Scarletwebslingr]

I'm not either, unless of course there will be something new about it. Really, for something that'll be in tomorrowland, its kinda ironic they're bringing something back from the past.

I'd prefer to see a completely new show in the area.

Exactly. I mean, yea Disney will make a mint off a dead guy but at the cost of making a mint off a dead guy. All the trendy new Jackson hipsters who came out of the woodworks claiming to be Micheal's biggest fans once word got out he died will eat this up.

[ryanvalle]

Exactly. I mean, yea Disney will make a mint off a dead guy but at the cost of making a mint off a dead guy. All the trendy new Jackson hipsters who came out of the woodworks claiming to be Micheal's biggest fans once word got out he died will eat this up.

Yeah highly agree. It looks like they are doing this for the money in it for them. After seeing the success of "This Is It," it looks like Disney wants to put some money up their sleeves.

However, if they will put some technical innovation in the show, then I wouldn't be so against it.

It just seems that doing things more for the money is hurting the park more and more (i.e.: nearly 1 million AP holders thanks to the monthly payments are really hurting the guests experience at the park, but brings in so much money to the business side).

[Beauty2244]

I loved Captain EO when I was a kid, so I am actually looking forward to seeing this again as an adult!

[emesen]

I have captain EO on my phone... between that and Runaway Brain it's a good time killer while waiting for Fantasmic or the fireworks. Honey I shrunk the audience is indeed dated and captain EO would be fun for a limited run, but Tomorrowland is the lamest "land" in DLR right now. They need to overhaul the whole thing. The Star tours reDux will help but that should have come out to coincide with the newer SW prequel releases. Not gonna make the mass impact that it could have, will now just with the fan boys. I love the park as much as the next person on this forum, but Imagineering - for all the technology they have today - needs to do something big! The park needs it...

[Pinoy Dr]

Captain EO was way better than Honey I Shrunk the Audience

[BeachGurl]

So it looks like this is definitely happening at Disneyland.



http://parksandresorts.wdpromedia.com/media/disneyparks/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/eop220092SMALL.jpg

Twenty-three years ago, at the height of his phenomenal entertainment career, Michael Jackson joined forces with Disney to create “Captain EO,” a groundbreaking 17-minute 3D film experience.

We are excited to confirm that the classic musical spectacular that thrilled Disneyland park guests from 1986 – 1997, will return for an exclusive, limited engagement at Disneyland park beginning in February 2010!

The attraction’s return to Tomorrowland will provide new audiences the opportunity to experience the original 3D production for the very first time, as well as a nostalgic look back for longtime fans wanting to see “The King of Pop” in a rare performance created for the big-screen, just one more time.

“Honey I Shrunk The Audience” will be closing sometime in the next few weeks to make way for the Captain’s return.

Source: Official Disney Blog

[BlackHawkTraffic]

Nice will be interesting to see it all these years later.

[emesen]

YAY! YAY! YAY!

[Sparky]

So happy about all this :) Forgot I started this topic a long time ago.. LOL

[BlackHawkTraffic]

Any word on after the "limited engagement" what will replace it? Please tell me something better than "Honey I shrunk the Audience".

[ryanvalle]

I'm speculating that the time it'll be here is still tentative and will be judged depending on the popularity of the attraction itself. If it withstands the tests of time, I wouldn't be surprised if its limited engagement just gets extended more and more and I hope this is what happens. Honey I Shrunk the Kids is overdue for a repacement in my opinion and that a "repeat attraction" is a great way to buy sometime till they come up with a new show to put in.

I personally am not for the EO return since I just find it ironic to bring something from yesterland into tomrrowland, however, even worse is if they end up replacing EO with the return of HISTA...

[palkess]

An employee at Disneyland told me it's for-sure happening. They're just waiting until they can line up enough impersonators for the launch event.

No idea if it's true or not, but that's what I was told.

[churros9]

Stitch Kingdom is reporting that Captain EO will return on January 29th.

[salazaro44]

Its been confirmed and HISTA has already been closed. After the return of Captain Eo rumor has it that Hista will not be coming back.

[cbisson]

today guests to the park confirmed the sound testing going on inside the show room!!!!!! there starting to work out all the music!!!!!

[Reginald1875]

glad to see something old replaced with something... older.

[cbisson]

at least its something different than HISTA

[BeachGurl]

glad to see something old replaced with something... older.

:rofl:

I really hope they don't bring this back to EPCOT. :lol:

I'm not the biggest HISTA fan, but I'd much rather keep that than have EO back.

[cbisson]

:rofl:

I really hope they don't bring this back to EPCOT. :lol:

I'm not the biggest HISTA fan, but I'd much rather keep that than have EO back.

the only reason i welcome it to disneyland is becasue i dont remember the show when i was younger. so i would like to see it once, but after the show i see they can shut it down because i had my viewing

[BeachGurl]

the only reason i welcome it to disneyland is becasue i dont remember the show when i was younger. so i would like to see it once, but after the show i see they can shut it down because i had my viewing

lmao

Sounds like something I'd say.

[ryanvalle]

the only reason i welcome it to disneyland is becasue i dont remember the show when i was younger. so i would like to see it once, but after the show i see they can shut it down because i had my viewing

if/when they do shut down EO (again), i hope its replaced with something that's actually new and not pixar related...

tomorrowland is just too pixary in my opinion with buzz and nemo at it's two corners...

[BeachGurl]

tomorrowland is just too pixary in my opinion with buzz and nemo at it's two corners...

I think that's the problem with our Tomorrowland too. I'm really not into MILF. Your Buzz Lightyear ride is better than ours from what I can see.

I'm waiting for The Incredibles to show up somewhere in there now. :lol:

[HT_NSU]

I think that's the problem with our Tomorrowland too. I'm really not into MILF. Your Buzz Lightyear ride is better than ours from what I can see.

I'm waiting for The Incredibles to show up somewhere in there now. :lol:

:look: .....um, I think I'm reading this wrong.....:look:.....:shrug:

[ryanvalle]

I think that's the problem with our Tomorrowland too. I'm really not into MILF. Your Buzz Lightyear ride is better than ours from what I can see.

I'm waiting for The Incredibles to show up somewhere in there now. :lol:

MILF??? Please share what this acronym is for because I'm pretty certain, its not the same meaning that's in my head...

[BeachGurl]

Monsters Inc Laugh Floor.

:lol:

You guys.

[HT_NSU]

Monsters Inc Laugh Floor.

:lol:

You guys.

OOOOOOOooohhhh.....yeah, definitely not what I was thinking. :lol: Monsters Inc does make a lot more sense in context. Thanks for clearing that one up. :lol:

[cbisson]

Monsters Inc Laugh Floor.

:lol:

You guys.

i read the same thing guys but i caught on with the abrievation. watch out beachgurl sledge might ban even you:look::-X

lol just joking

[shelly1]

I wish they would bring it back at Epcot as I hate Honey I SHRUNK THE KIDS. i still remenber when CAPTan EO opened at Epcot, they did a laser light show on the globe. Does anyone else remember that?.

[cbisson]

no i dont remember that. but has anyone heard anything about the re-release date of Captain EO?

[BlackHawkTraffic]

no i dont remember that. but has anyone heard anything about the re-release date of Captain EO?

Take it with a grain of salt but I heard around May at latest by a cast member, so again take it with a grain of salt since who really knows for sure.

[ryanvalle]

Take it with a grain of salt but I heard around May at latest by a cast member, so again take it with a grain of salt since who really knows for sure.

May at the latest is a possibility since it'd be dumb of them to not have it open for the summer peak season. Ideally, they'd want to have it open february since it would entice people to come for the down season...

[cbisson]

i hope its february, ill be there tuesday march 2nd for my disney give a day ticket, and i would love to go see it, before they get rid of it.

[disneylover1955]

I'm pretty sure everyone here knows about Captain EO's return to the Happiest Place On Earth, so I am interested in seeing how many fellow vinylnation members will go see it! :shrug:

[njgjr69]

I am looking forward to seeing it again. This time mostly to take my daughter to see it. Definitely can't wait... Woot Woot!

[SHAYDEE]

I'm excited to see it now that I'm an adult.
I always thought MJ's glow in the dark shirt was the coolest thing ever!

[ryanvalle]

NOTE:
I merged the two threads together. No need to have two EO threads. As part of the merger, a poll is now found up top.

[cbisson]

NOTE:
I merged the two threads together. No need to have two EO threads. As part of the merger, a poll is now found up top.

thanks ryan. i hope it opens soon , i just got my disney give a day ticket and im going in march.

[abelambriz]

i cant wait to go see it ill be there opening day bright and early

[xtian]

All my older cousins have seen this and I can't wait to catch this show. No specific dates have been set yet huh?

[disneylover1955]

Found a picture of Captain EO's preshow video in the OC Register's Trip Report...:happy::happy: its almost here!

http://ocresort.freedomblogging.com/files/2010/02/6-300x199.jpg

Here is the link to see more great pictures around the park!

http://ocresort.freedomblogging.com/2010/02/09/disney-trip-report-mickey-tops-new-swings/33781/

[cbisson]

i heard a rumor of this valentines day weekend, but it has not been confirmed

[EvilJimmy]

I cant wait to see it, I loved it as a kid and havnt seen it in so long

[disneylover1955]

Ugghhhh I'm so excited! :lol:

[Cosmos]

I'll be there in April - hoping to see it when I'm there!

[danimation]

I heard they are asking Cast Members to volunteer to test load/unload procedures on Friday for a couple hours in the afternoon. I guess that means it won't be ready this weekend?

[disneylover1955]

I am going to Disneyland tomorrow. I will see what info I can pull out of them...:lol:

[HauntedCollector]

I am going to Disneyland tomorrow. I will see what info I can pull out of them...:lol:

Please keep us posted.

[mickeyfan1999]

Yes please let us know.

[ryanvalle]

Here's what's been leaked out from various sources:

They're calling for CMs to preview the show tomorow from 330 to 430 to test the new effects.
They have no shifts filled to run the show this weekend so don't expect a premiere this weekend.
Chances are they'll do a public announcement of its opening, and with the public relations team being at WDW for the Summer Nightastic announcement, I wouldn't expect an announcement between now and this weekend.

[T-Land-Misfit]

I heard about this coming back to DLR for a limited time. It's Awesome!! I really would love to see it again, but I don't think I will make it out to Cali to see it. Sadness.

[disneylover1955]

Okay, just got back from Disneyland and just like Ryan said they will be hosting cast member previews tomorrow. There is still no sign up for the attraction but most of the exterior work has been completed. The cast member preview tomorrow will be testing how well the moving floor syncs with the actual movie. As far as a public release date, some of the cast members I talked too say it could be as early as the last week of February if all goes well. If not, look for it in early to mid March as TDA (Team Disney Anaheim) is shooting for the spring break crowds! Hope that helps! :thumbsup:

[Alley18]

I'm so excited about Captain EO! I've heard it's due this month and will continue playing until it becomes unpopular!

[peppermint]

It will be interesting to see it. I'm thinking they will see how it does and then decide how long to keep it at DLR.

[danimation]

They painted the front poster cabinets a bright purple color yesterday. It really stands out in front of the white and blue facade. I can't wait to see what the marquee looks like!

[Alley18]

Was told today at work that Captain EO will be opening sometime this next week!!! I'll get the exact date tonight! Yay!

[hardstatic1984]

I have heard they will open it in spring. I asked a CM and they said it probly will not be till late March. Another said when the World of Color is up and running. I know. It is so hectic!!!!! I have been going every weekend when the park opens in hopes that they opened the show and forgot to tell ppl. I will tweet this like crazy tho when it does!

[cbisson]

cant wait im going march 2nd but i dont think it will be open by then. on the plus side the crowds will be light in the park that day.

[disneylover1955]

They were trying to do a soft preview yesterday but I don't they they ever did!

[cbisson]

im actually torn on the release of it before march 2nd if they do the crowds are going to grow, but if they release it after i go i cant see it. tough choice

[14Disney]

Hi,
I was at Disneyland yesterday and was talking with a cast member. She said that they have been previewing the show to staff and that there are a few issues they need to work out. She said that they are shooting for the end of February. She said it was all but certain.

[cbisson]

i wish i was a cm to see the show before anyone else.

[disneylover1955]

I'm so excited, can't wait to see Capitan EO again!

[calidrifter]

I am seriously considering becoming an AP just for this. Hopefully they get everything worked out by this weekend so that Ii can go on Sunday.

[lugia137]

Can not wait, Feb 28th is what i hear is the opening day :) yay !! super excited, didn't get to see it b4 it closed, but remember it as a child and it was amazing!!

[calidrifter]

Well I'll try and get more info on Sun.

[hardstatic1984]

Feb. 23!!! Is when it comes back!!!

[calidrifter]

Guess I won't have to ask as @Disneyland just announced Feb 23rd as the reopening date.

[disneylover1955]

Sooooo excited for Captain EO! :happy::happy::happy: :clap::clap::clap::clap::clap: :happy::happy::happy::happy:

[disneylover1955]

The Art of Disney parks released a merchandise list. I am assuming it will grow but hey, its a start.

Here is the link

http://psc.disney.go.com/eventservices/artofdisneyparks/event/dlr_captain_eo_merchandise.html

[hardstatic1984]

How many people are going tomorrow? I am! I'll be their at 8 if that is early enough.... I just don't know how the lines are going to work.

[disneylover1955]

How many people are going tomorrow? I am! I'll be their at 8 if that is early enough.... I just don't know how the lines are going to work.

They are suppose to release some info on the line tonight on the Disneyparks Blog or twitter or through various websites like Miceage, Mouseplanet, etc! All we know now is that it starts at 10am, there is magic morning from 9-10 and guest who want to see Captain EO have to line up in the West Esplanade! Hope that helps!

[cbisson]

im going next tuesday so i hope the crowds have died down by then.

[ryanvalle]

How many people are going tomorrow? I am! I'll be their at 8 if that is early enough.... I just don't know how the lines are going to work.

From what I've heard, they will set up some queues outside of the park for those that want to arrive early...

[abelambriz]

i work form 11am to 8 pm no way i can make it and i wanted to go so bad guess i will have to wait tell friday

[peaches magee]

I read online that they are letting people line up at midnight to get in. It is gonna be insane I bet! If anyone goes please snap some pics! :)

[hardstatic1984]

I read online that they are letting people line up at midnight to get in. It is gonna be insane I bet! If anyone goes please snap some pics! :)



Oh my that's insane :O

[disneylover1955]

The OC Register posted that Disney says they are planning on people lining up as early as 6am and that the line will extend from the west esplanade through the security check all the way through the picnic area and into the north tram load/unload area! Kinda crazy considering that the theater can handle a max of 600 people and the show is 17 minutes and Disney is planning on getting 3 shows in an hour!

Here is the link...

http://ocresort.freedomblogging.com/2010/02/22/captain-eo-line-expected-early-tuesday-at-disney/35247/

---------- Post added at 11:08 PM ---------- Previous post was at 11:07 PM ----------

For anyone who wants to see the Captain EO sign here are some pictures...

http://www.flickr.com/photos/9572763@N02/sets/72157623491511634/

[ryanvalle]

Reports have it that people are doing lineups at midnight...

[disneylover1955]

Reports have it that people are doing lineups at midnight...

God, I can't even imagine wait over 10 hours to see a 17 minute show! :lol: I think I can wait a little while, I learned my lesson after waiting over 3 1/2 hours for nemo, only to walk off thinking what the heck did I do that for? :rofl:

[hardstatic1984]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AstW05bDiQU Well I am still going to see it. Here is another reason to "celebrate" EO at Disney! Oh yeah, If they are doing line-ups. It is people waiting off the park premises. (Like at the McDonalds and other 24 hour rest. across the street.) Security has been beefed up and the neighborhood watch guys are also beefed up. I called Guest Services and they said at 6 they will allow people to line-up for this. They do have a "special" line. I just wanna know how they will direct people to tomorrowland. They also reminded me to walk and to try not to trample or push anyone. I also wonder if any media will be their. I put in for a personal day for this :p

[disneylover1955]

It is going to be one of the craziest Tuesday's Disneyland has seen in a long time! :rofl:

[cbisson]

im glad im going next week i wouldnt want to go today is someone paid me to go.

[ElCheOsito]

So Fox 11 New is there right now. There's been these people that have waited since last night at nine oclock at night they said. CRAZY. Didn't look like it was that packed though. lol. Guess Disney anticipated way too much and hyped up people lining up there were less than thirty people waiting. lol and its 600 to fill up. Yeah not what i think Disney expected. lol.

[MouseMasters]

I am still really hoping that if EO does well there, that we'll get it at Epcot, but I am starting to really doubt we'll see it return. :(

[cbisson]

i think it will do better than HISTA but i doubt it will stay a 400+ people per show for months

[xtian]

In line right now. Really not as bad as I anticipated but the line is starting to pick up now. Based on the people in front of me, I should be in the first showing. Pretty excited this will be my first time!

[cbisson]

i saw it when i was young but i dont remember it. ill see it as long as there is not a long wait for it next tuesday.

[xtian]

just got done. definitely worth the few hours i did have to wait. i was apart of the first group to see the show and i enjoyed it very much. definitely on my list of things to do every time i visit DLR.

[peaches magee]

Did they digitally remaster it and all that?

[HT_NSU]

Did they digitally remaster it and all that?

I was wondering the same thing. It would suck if it was all old and grainy.

[ryanvalle]

I was wondering the same thing. It would suck if it was all old and grainy.

I wasn't there and xtian might be better qualified to answer, but according to other reports, people were saying it doesn't look very much as a remaster or reprint copy. I hope to make my way down in the coming weeks and see it for myself.

[cbisson]

ill check it out next tuesday if no one reports back by then.

[BlackHawkTraffic]

I hope I can check it out next week :)

[disneylover1955]

I wasn't there and xtian might be better qualified to answer, but according to other reports, people were saying it doesn't look very much as a remaster or reprint copy. I hope to make my way down in the coming weeks and see it for myself.

Yeah I have been reading that it doesn't seem to be remastered, but when I go I can better answer that question! Many websites have reported that the missing effects from EO are smoke, lasers and fiber optic starfield. Oh well still better than HISTA! :lol:

[xtian]

Did they digitally remaster it and all that?

that's a negative. my friend that was with me said it was the same way in terms quality of the picture. Like someone had just said, i heard that the lazers and smoke were removed too. It's still way better than HISTA.

[abelambriz]

Found some cool pictures of opening day here is the link
http://micechat.com/forums/disneyland-resort/132568-live-captain-eo-not-too-crazy.html

[cbisson]

the audio has been enhanced and the seat have motion to the show.

[disneylover1955]

I hope I can go over the weekend!

[njgjr69]

We got to the park Tuesday morning around 10:15 and didn't wait too long to get in... walked right up to the line and within 15 min were inside... film looked just like it did back in the day... the lasers and smoke were gone... I don't remember the seats moving during the dance scene, which in my opinion was not necessary, especially for the fact it wasn't bouncing with the music... but all in all, it was great to see it again!

[cbisson]

thanks for the update njgjr69!!! i hope you had fun on your trip to DLR