Behind the Attraction Season 2 Coming to Disney+

Behind the Attraction is a Disney+ original docuseries that goes behind the scenes of Disney’s most iconic theme park attractions. Season 2 will premiere on November 1, 2023 and will feature 6 new episodes.

Overview of Season 2

Season 2 of Behind the Attraction will explore the following Disney rides and attractions:

  • Pirates of the Caribbean: The history and evolution of the classic Disney ride, from early concepts to different versions around the world.
  • Big Thunder Mountain Railroad: A look at the creation of this runaway mine train rollercoaster, including details on the backstory and special effects.
  • Indiana Jones Adventure: The process of bringing Indiana Jones to life at Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea, including ride technology and theming.
  • EPCOT: An exploration of the experimental prototype community of tomorrow, including the philosophy behind it and changes over time.
  • The Food: A behind-the-scenes look at iconic Disney park snacks and restaurants.
  • Nighttime Spectaculars: A focus on the dazzling fireworks and light shows at Disney parks globally.

Filming Snow Set

What to Expect

Like season 1, Behind the Attraction season 2 will feature interviews with Imagineers and Disney cast members responsible for bringing these beloved attractions to life. Viewers can expect insider stories on the design process, challenges faced, and little-known details about each ride. The fast-paced episodes will showcase concept art, archival footage, and on-ride scenes to provide a fun, engaging look at how the Disney magic is created. Season 2 expands the scope to highlight more international parks as well. While aimed at a general audience, the new episodes should still satisfy Disney parks fans eager for more insights into the attractions they know and love. The series celebrates the creativity and innovation that has made Disney theme parks so popular worldwide.

Rollercoaster track inside

Season 1 Overview

Season 1 explores the stories behind the following rides and attractions:

  • Jungle Cruise: The development of the classic boat ride, including early concepts, animatronic animals, and the creation of the humorous skipper spiel.
  • Haunted Mansion: Bringing the spooky mansion to life with illusions, special effects, and the legendary “Grim Grinning Ghosts” song.
  • Star Tours: Creating the original Star Wars thrill ride simulation, and its transformation into Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.
  • Twilight Zone Tower of Terror: Adapting the TV series into a terrifying elevator drop ride at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
  • Space Mountain: The design challenges behind Walt Disney’s vision for an indoor rollercoaster simulating space travel.
  • The Castles: The stories behind Sleeping Beauty Castle, Cinderella Castle, and more of Disney’s iconic centerpiece castles.
  • Disneyland Hotel: The construction of Disney’s original themed hotel in 1955.
  • It’s a Small World: Bringing the classic boat ride to life for the 1964 World’s Fair.
  • Transportation: An overview of Disney’s groundbreaking monorail, trams, and other transportation innovations.
  • Hall of Presidents: Creating Walt Disney’s vision of an Audio-Animatronic U.S. president show.

Through archival footage and interviews, Season 1 provides an entertaining insider’s view into the magic and ingenuity behind Disney’s attractions.

Indiana Jones boulder scene

Why Fans Are Excited

For Disney parks enthusiasts, Behind the Attraction offers a rare glimpse into the fascinating world of Imagineering. Getting to see and hear directly from the talented people who design Disney rides and attractions is a real treat. Fans are especially excited for season 2 to cover classics like Pirates of the Caribbean, EPCOT, and the nighttime shows. These attractions have such rich histories and stories to tell. The food episode should also be a delight, as Disney snacks have a cult following. While not as in-depth as some may like, the series brings the magic of Disney parks to life in an entertaining way. Season 2 will let fans experience these attractions in a whole new light when it premieres on Disney+ November 1st.

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