'''Disney's Hollywood Studios''' is part of Walt Disney World in Central Florida.
The right ear of the Mickey Mouse statue atop the Crossroads of the World tower is made of copper to function as a lightning rod.
The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror is exactly 199 feet tall. If it were 200 feet, FAA regulations would require a navigational light on the summit, which would detract from the ride's 1930s theme.
Catastrophe Canyon (featured on the Backlot Tour)'s high-pressure water cannons are strong enough to shoot a basketball over the Empire State Building.
The 1990s revival of ''The Mickey Mouse Club'' which starred JC Chasez, Keri Russell, Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake, and Christina Aguilera, among others, was filmed here.
The first movie filmed here was ''Splash, Too'', the 1988 direct-to-TV sequel to 1984's ''Splash'', the first movie released under Disney's then-new Touchstone Films label. The sequel was not well-received by fans of the original film, and starred none of the original cast (with the exception of Dody Goodman, who reprised her role as Mrs. Stimler).
Disney's Hollywood Studios (formerly Disney-MGM Studios) opened in May 1989 and joined Magic Kingdom and EPCOT as the third theme park of Walt Disney World. The park is themed around 20th-century movies and television, and features a variety of live shows and attractions based on some of the most iconic films from that era. Among the attractions are a few exceptional thrill rides, most notably The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror (a 13-story-high vertical drop) and the Rock 'n' Roller Coaster (a horizontal launch, 0-60 in 2.8 seconds). The latest addition to the park is an interactive live stage show, based on the hit TV show ''American Idol''.
Get in
By car
Hollywood Studios is just southwest of Epcot; it's on Buena Vista Drive, which is accessible from either World Drive or Epcot Center Drive. Parking is $12.00 per car, although Disney resort guests can park for free—just show your Key to the World card at the toll gate.
By Disney transportation
From Epcot and nearby resorts
From Epcot, the Boardwalk, the Yacht and Beach Clubs, and the Swan and Dolphin, you can take the '''''Friendship'' ferries''' to Hollywood Studios. There is also a nice wide '''walking path''' that follows a similar route. Note that if you are coming from Epcot, you ''must'' exit through that park's rear entrance: the '''International Gateway''', located between the United Kingdom and France pavilions in World Showcase.
From other on-property resorts
From other areas of the property, simply go to your resort's bus stop and wait for the '''Studios bus''' to arrive. You will be dropped off in front of the Hollywood Studios gates.
From the other parks
From any of the parks except Epcot, you will need to make your way to a resort, then go from that resort to Hollywood Studios. The best option here might be to take the bus to the Swan, which is the closest hotel to the Studios, then take the ''Friendship'' or the walking path to the Studios.
See/Do
Hollywood Boulevard
The American Idol Experience. Interactive live performances by park guests, who will compete for the grand prize of auditioning for the actual ''American Idol'' TV show! <small>''American Idol'' is a registered trademark of FOX Television and Fremantle Media.
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The Great Movie Ride. Slow moving ride through scenes of some of the greatest movies recreated using Audio-Animatronics, including ''Alien'', ''The Wizard of Oz'', ''Raiders of the Lost Ark'', and ''Mary Poppins''.
Sunset Boulevard
Beauty and the Beast: Live on Stage.
Fantasmic!. Live action presentation with incredible film and lighting effects, shown at park closing.
Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith. WDW's only roller coaster with loops, synched to the music of Aerosmith!
The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror. A 13-story free fall down a deserted 1930's hotel, based on ''The Twilight Zone''. <small>''The Twilight Zone'' is a registered trademark of CBS.
Backlot
Backlot Studios Tour. Tram tour of old Disney movie props, as well as the infamous Catastrophe Canyon.
Honey, I Shrunk the Kids - Movie Set Adventure. A huge play area that makes you look and feel like you're a quarter of an inch tall.
Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular. Live action stunt show recreating some of the best scenes from ''Raiders of the Lost Ark''. <small>''Raiders of the Lost Ark'' and the Indiana Jones character are registered trademarks of Lucasfilm and Paramount Pictures.
Jim Henson's Muppet Vision 3D. A 3D movie featuring the Muppet characters shown in a "special" auditorium.
Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show. Imported from Disneyland Resort Paris. Features amazing live action stunt driving (kids, don't try this at home!).
Sounds Dangerous Starring Drew Carey. Comedy show with Drew as an inept detective.
Star Tours. The only official ''Star Wars'' ride takes you into battle with the Death Star. <small>''Star Wars'' is a registered trademark of Lucasfilm and Twentieth Century Fox.
Toy Story Midway Mania. A 3D virtual game complete with moving targets and special effects.
Animation Courtyard/Mickey Avenue
Journey into Narnia. Explore the making of the ''Chronicles of Narnia'' film series.
The Magic of Disney Animation. Tour a formerly working animation facility and learn the animation process.
Voyage of the Little Mermaid. Go "Under The Sea" with Ariel and friends.
Walt Disney: One Man's Dream. Exhibition of Walt's life and career, including how he built the global entertainment empire that bears his name.
Parkwide
Block Party Bash. Daytime parade with characters from Disney/Pixar films.
Buy
Disney's Hollywood Studios is an especially rich location for themed merchandise that's hard to find elsewhere. The main shopping areas of Disney's Hollywood Studios are '''Hollywood Boulevard''' and '''Sunset Boulevard'''. Most of the merchandise is generic, but there's a wide variety. One of the less generic locations is '''Sunset Boulevard Shops''', with menswear, timepieces, housewares, and collectibles.
Animation Gallery. t the end of the Magic of Disney Animation tour,. Here you'll find this combination display gallery/high-end art store, with displays featuring some of Disney's Academy Awards as well as some very expensive animation cels, prints, and collectibles. Wonderful to look at, even if you can't afford to buy anything.
Indiana Jones Adventure Outpost. ear the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular. Indy fans can find authentic, licensed fedoras and bullwhips here, along with more traditional Indy-branded souvenir fare.
It's a Wonderful Shop. A Christmas store, open all year, complete with snow on the ground outside. It's a great place to buy Disney ornaments and decorations, even if it's not December.
Rock Around The Shop. t the exit from Rock 'n Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith. A rock music-themed store.
Sid Cahuenga's One of a Kind. ear the park entrance. This small store is filled to overflowing with celebrity memorabilia, especially autographed photos. Expensive, but lots of fun to browse.
Stage One Company Store. ust outside Muppet*Vision 3D. This store boasts Muppet merchandise that's hard (or impossible) to find elsewhere.
Tatooine Traders. t the exit of Star Tours. This shop offers a wide variety of ''Star Wars''-themed merchandise, in a variety of price ranges. Most ''Star Wars'' merchandise is sold online; being able to shop here in person is a rare treat, and there are several exclusive items found only here.
Tower Gifts. t the exit from The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror. The fashion boutique of the Hollywood Tower Hotel has everything for ''Twilight Zone'' fans.
Eat
Disney's Hollywood Studios probably has the most unique restaurants on the property, with most themed around movies and television.
50's Prime Time Cafe. $. Dine in a kitchen inspired by classic 1950's sitcoms.
The Hollywood Brown Derby. $. Dine like the stars in the East Coast's version of Hollywood's most famous restaurant.
Hollywood & Vine. $. A buffet set in the glitter and glamour of Hollywood in the 1930's.
Mama Melrose's Ristorante Italiano. $. A casual Italian restaurant.
Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater. $. Watch classic Sci-Fi movies from your "car" in a re-created 1950's drive-in movie theatre.
Toy Story Pizza Planet. . A combined pizza parlor/video arcade, right out of the movie. Absolutely a must for kids.
Drink
Sleep
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