Rock ’N’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets (coming 2026)

[Cwoolboy]

I know I’m going to be ripped for this take, but let’s be honest with ourselves, RnRC is not that intense of a coaster. Only the launch and first inversion come close to being “intense”. As far as the “big boy” coasters go, it’s right at the bottom of the rung. As a stepping-stone/gateway coaster, it works fine. I think The Muppets are a good property for a coaster that exists to get kids ready for the big leagues.

 

[Wesker69]

The intensity of the coaster is amplified by being in near total darkness, much like Space Mountain (which is more painful than intense)

Any inversion makes those tall enough to ride skittish, although those inversion are hidden within a show building so they don't fully know what they're getting into.

If the coaster was outside, it'd most definitely intimidate riders even more due to being able to see it in action.

In a completely unrelated note: Get custom redone trains to eliminate the OTS restraints for seat belt & lapbars. It'd be a more comfortable ride

 

[rhino4evr]

What’s funnier is that muppets is being replaced by another coaster . So another kid franchise that little kids may not be able to ride. I mean I love coasters , so I’m here for it , but I just find it interesting that studios is becoming so focused on thrill rides.

 

[Legacy]

Just a complete mis-match of IP and ride-- even if it's Doctor Teeth & The Electric Mayhem's Rock-N-Rollercoaster it's a blunder.

Now have the Muppets take over Hall of Presidents...

I will forever be furious that “Great Muppets (with Mr. Lincoln)” never happened.

Especially as it relates to the rumor Lin-Manuel Miranda and Weird Al were involved.

 

[rhino4evr]

The fact that this is going to be a quick overlay , I’m expecting lots of screens and little to no change to the ride vehicle or track.

 

[UniversalRBLX]

I know I’m going to be ripped for this take, but let’s be honest with ourselves, RnRC is not that intense of a coaster. Only the launch and first inversion come close to being “intense”. As far as the “big boy” coasters go, it’s right at the bottom of the rung. As a stepping-stone/gateway coaster, it works fine. I think The Muppets are a good property for a coaster that exists to get kids ready for the big leagues.

I agree that RNRC is not the most interest experience, but it inverts and has a height requirement of 48 inches. Not to mention that Muppet*Vision allowed guests who aren't interested in thrill rides a nice 15-20 minute experience without having to wait in a queue... in a park that suffers with long lines.

The fact that this is going to be a quick overlay , I’m expecting lots of screens and little to no change to the ride vehicle or track.

Well, they can prefab a lot of stuff and spend a few months installing everything, not that difficult. Nobody should be expecting any sort of retrack or vehicle change (just a paint job).

I'm not against this project, I just think its silly to reduce the # of attractions in the park that help spread crowds.

 

[belloq87]

Not to mention that Muppet*Vision allowed guests who aren't interested in thrill rides a nice 15-20 minute experience without having to wait in a queue... in a park that suffers with long lines.

This is a real loss. Yes, Disney is apparently putting another show in there, but they've been concerningly vague about what it's going to be, and it's highly unlikely it will be as good as Muppet*Vision (which I'd argue is an E-ticket show in quality).

Hollywood Studios needs more attractions that are not just "filler" (i.e. can be gotten into with minimal waits), but also excellent.

 

[Mad Dog]

It may not be 'intense' for thrill coaster fans....but it surely would be 'intense' for a child. It's a matter of perception for that age group.

 

[Jake S]

but kids aren’t the primary audience for the muppets in 2025. i just don’t think this is that weird a pairing given who cares about the muppets right now (older millennials and gen x!)

 

[Evan]

Literally the audience for the Muppets is not children… kids don’t even know who they are these days.

The IP choice is fine, and can be very humorous and charming if they play it right, given the chaos that usually ensues.

Let’s hope there are some flying chickens about.

 

[OrlLover]

If we are being honest Muppets is a failed franchise and is only kept alive by nostalgia.

 

[Clive]

I don't think it's fair or accurate to call The Muppets a failed franchise - they've led numerous successful films and television series and are undeniably iconic. You could argue more recent efforts to revive The Muppets are commercial or critical failures, depending on the project.

In this case, it's pretty clear that Disney anticipated massive backlash to the shuttering of Muppet Vision 3D and wanted to finally ditch the Aerosmith branding for Rock 'n' Rollercoaster. Two birds, one stone.

Saw a photoshop that positioned the Statler and Waldorf animatronics atop the launch tunnel so that they can heckle guests prior to the ride starting. It's a fantastic idea, so I'm sure it won't happen.

 

[Evan]

I don't think it's fair or accurate to call The Muppets a failed franchise - they've led numerous successful films and television series and are undeniably iconic. You could argue more recent efforts to revive The Muppets are commercial or critical failures, depending on the project.

In this case, it's pretty clear that Disney anticipated massive backlash to the shuttering of Muppet Vision 3D and wanted to finally ditch the Aerosmith branding for Rock 'n' Rollercoaster. Two birds, one stone.

Saw a photoshop that positioned the Statler and Waldorf animatronics atop the launch tunnel so that they can heckle guests prior to the ride starting. It's a fantastic idea, so I'm sure it won't happen.

I also saw that, and want it so bad. Heck make them interactive and have them pick on people on the train - it would be amazing

 

[Eckert]

I know I’m going to be ripped for this take, but let’s be honest with ourselves, RnRC is not that intense of a coaster. Only the launch and first inversion come close to being “intense”. As far as the “big boy” coasters go, it’s right at the bottom of the rung. As a stepping-stone/gateway coaster, it works fine. I think The Muppets are a good property for a coaster that exists to get kids ready for the big leagues.

Sure, not intense at all compared to a Universal or Cedar Point coaster. But Disney guests, like the parks, are in their own bubble.

 

[OrlLover]

I don't think it's fair or accurate to call The Muppets a failed franchise - they've led numerous successful films and television series and are undeniably iconic. You could argue more recent efforts to revive The Muppets are commercial or critical failures, depending on the project.

In this case, it's pretty clear that Disney anticipated massive backlash to the shuttering of Muppet Vision 3D and wanted to finally ditch the Aerosmith branding for Rock 'n' Rollercoaster. Two birds, one stone.

Saw a photoshop that positioned the Statler and Waldorf animatronics atop the launch tunnel so that they can heckle guests prior to the ride starting. It's a fantastic idea, so I'm sure it won't happen.

You’re right it definitely did have its heyday.

But that was decades ago.

I’m just glad the Muppets are here to stay at WDW.

 

[GAcoaster]

If we are being honest Muppets is a failed franchise and is only kept alive by nostalgia.

Disney has failed the franchise, not knowing what to do with it. The Muppets have always been a successful franchise when someone who knew what to do with them was in charge.