Originally Posted By mrichmondj Of course, Walt Disney had his own share of stinkers at Disneyland, too. Anyone clamoring for the Viewliner to return? How about those wonderful Flying Saucers that never got over their technical problems? Phantom Boats? Hall of Aluminum Fame? Hall of Chemistry? How about those institution of Disney Imagineering, Hobbyland and Holidayland? Then there was the ever popular Mickey Mouse Club Circus. Generally in show business there are more losers than winners. It really shouldn't be a surprise that there are attractions that don't meet the mark. It happens every day in the movies, TV, and throughout the history of Disney parks. It's not really that big of a deal.
Originally Posted By davewasbaloo oh, and mrichmondj, don't forget about the Circus, the Flight Circle, the Bathroom of the Future, or the Wonderful World of Colour?
Originally Posted By mrichmondj You mean there are more for that list? I thought only the Imagineers of today were churning out clunkers! Who would have thought?
Originally Posted By brotherdave I personally didn't care for Stitch's Great Escape either, but, my 9 year old son LOVED it! And judging by the long lines for the attraction when we were there in June, most of the other school age kids (6-12) seemed to like it, too. Granted, it only seems to appeal to a certain small demographic, but, kids really seem to love it. We had to 'endure' the attraction no less than 3 times on our last trip, making it my son's second favorite attraction after Space Mountain. He says he even liked it better than Buzz Lightyear, Big Thunder, Haunted Mansion, and Splash Mountain! (Pirates was closed for refurb). So, is it really a complete flop given how long the line for the attraction was, especially since the MK was only moderately busy? We as adults may not appreciate it, but, I think it definitely is a hit among kids!
Originally Posted By Autopia Deb ^^^Yep, my 9 yo loved it too. I think we went on it at least three times as well.
Originally Posted By pheneix >>>Meanwhile, DAK (with two quality additions in Everest and Nemo) are driving attendance higher. DAK should surpass MGM for the first time ever in attendance either this year or next<<< Oh it already has, and by a large margin...
Originally Posted By plpeters70 Bringing this back to EPCOT's 25th, you all should check out this blog: <a href="http://2719hyperion.blogspot.com/2007/02/acknowledge-legacy-restore-dream.html" target="_blank">http://2719hyperion.blogspot.c om/2007/02/acknowledge-legacy-restore-dream.html</a> This blogger is trying to start a grass roots campaign for all the major Disney fansites to celebrate EPCOT's 25th since WDW is not. He's got a great logo that anyone can add to their website!!
Originally Posted By bayrr326 Stitch is not a hit. It may have had long lines during June but all the attractions have lines during peak times. Stitch is a flop because for the most part it is a one and done attraction. Most people see it once and feel no reason to do it again. On an average attendance day it may have somewhat of a line at the beginning of the day but by the afternoon it is a walk on. I wish they had just given up on the theater concept and done an original Stitch attraction instead of trying to shoehorn what turned out to be a very weak concept into the Mission to the Moon/Mars/AE theaters.
Originally Posted By Spirit of 74 The very sad fact in 2007 is that Mission to Mars and Circlevision 360 would be superior to Stitch and Monsters Laugh Floor.
Originally Posted By Goofyernmost >>>The very sad fact in 2007 is that Mission to Mars and Circlevision 360 would be superior to Stitch and Monsters Laugh Floor.<<< I can't say that I agree with that statement. They were different than Stitch but I wouldn't say better. Technologically Stitch is far more advanced than either of the other two put together. It is sometimes difficult to remember that not everything that is now gone was superior to anything. If it had been it would still be there. I wouldn't want to bet on Stitch being around for very long but it is different and kids love it...remember WDW isn't just for adults. Stitch is not one of my favorites, in fact, I went once and can't see ever going again but I have seen more boring attractions go on and on. Robinson Family Tree House is a good example of that. I can't comment on Monsters because I have never seen it and I will reserve my opinion until I have. Now back to Epcot and the infamous Wand!
Originally Posted By MPierce I think debate about Stitch, and Monsters Inc. will go on many years after these two attractions are removed. Even in threads that have nothing to do with them. They will always be used as comparisons. Possibly like no celebration for Epcots 25th anniversary.
