Captain EO at Epcot was brought back as a tribute after Michael Jackson’s death in 2009. It originally ran from 1986 to 1994. This 3-D Space Fantasy film is enhanced with special effects throughout the theater and audience participation. If you are a fan of the King of Pop, this is a must do attraction.
Length of Ride: 17 minutes
Height Requirement: None
Scare Factor: The sound level is frightening to young children
Rider Switch (for small kids): No
Weather Procedure: Indoors
Ride Photo: No
Flash Photography: No
Queue: Uneventful
Extra Magic Hours: Open for Evening Magic Hours
Fastpass: Part of Fastpass+
When to Ride: Anytime
Our Touring Strategy: We have never seen this show
Secrets/Tips and Tricks:
- Sit in the back 1/2 of the theater.
- Shows begin on the hour and half hour.
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Tiffany says
Some history- So this film was directed by the famous director Francis Ford Coppola and produced by George Lucas. “At the time, (in 1986) it was the most expensive film ever produced on a per-minute basis, averaging out at $1.76 million per minute.” It was also considered the first 4D film involving both 3D and theater special effects such as fog and laser.
Kristin from Couponing to Disney says
Very interesting!