Star Tours (episode)


"Star Tours" represented the third installment of the Behind the Attraction documentary series available on Disney+, which presents behind-the-curtain insights into a variety of Disney theme park experiences. This particular episode focuses on both Star Tours and Star Tours: The Adventures Continue, in addition to providing details about Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. Similar to other episodes, this one was narrated by Paget Brewster and directed by Brian Volk-Weiss.

Official synopsis

Disney+ home page

Embark on a journey with Behind the Attraction to discover the stories behind Disney Parks' most recognizable and cherished experiences. How did the Imagineers manage to populate the Haunted Mansion with 999 happy haunts? When did Pirates of the Caribbean first set sail in Anaheim? From Jungle Cruise all the way to Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, Disney parks have captivated countless guests – and this series reveals the narrative of their creation.

Disney+ details

Brought to you by Executive Producers Dwayne Johnson, Dany Garcia, and Brian Volk-Weiss, Behind the Attraction invites you to explore the making of Disney Parks' most iconic and beloved attractions. Discover the secrets of how the Haunted Mansion came to be filled with 999 happy haunts. Uncover the date when Pirates of the Caribbean began its voyages in Anaheim. Learn how The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror™ was reimagined as Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT!? What exactly is an EPCOT? Meet the creative minds behind these attractions, as well as the Cast Members who keep them running. Spanning from Jungle Cruise to Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge and beyond, Disney parks have enchanted millions – and this series tells the story of their enchantment. Please be aware that some sequences containing flashing lights or patterns may affect individuals sensitive to light.

Disney Fact Sheet

Go beyond the enchantment of Disney Parks to uncover the secrets Behind the Attraction! Courtesy of Executive Producers Dwayne Johnson, Dany Garcia and Brian Volk-Weiss, discover the methods Imagineers used to fill the Haunted Mansion with 999 happy haunts, the story of how the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror™ was transformed into Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! (while defying gravity), and the reasons behind the extended development time for Space Mountain. From the 1950s until today, encompassing everything from Jungle Cruise to "it's a small world" to Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, Disney Parks attractions have delighted countless visitors. And this is the story of their creation.

Star Tours

Warp speed to Endor! A long time ago…Disney conceived Star Tours, an exciting simulator ride that transports guests to a faraway galaxy. This inspired Imagineers to construct an entirely new themed area — Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. Within this area, guests can harness the Force to explore the remote outpost of Batuu and experience the innovative attractions Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run and Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance.

Episode

Warp speed to Endor! Once upon a time… Star Tours was envisioned. Now, we have Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge.

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Sources

  • Discover what's 'Behind the Attraction' in a brand-new Original Series coming to Disney+ on July 21, as announced on the Disney Parks Blog (backup link)

Notes and references

  • Behind the Attraction on Wikipedia
  • Behind the Attraction streaming on Disney+
  • Behind the Attraction Media Resources on Disney.com (backup link)
  • Behind the Attraction featured on Disney.com (backup link)

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