Debuting on May 1, 1989 with with five attractions and one exhibit scattered around approximately 135 acres this park's theme was Hollywood classic movies and popular TV entertainment.

Entertainment giant Bob Hope was on hand to cut the ceremonial ribbon, and the then head of Disney Michael Eisner proudly read the dedication plaque, which reads:

"The world you have entered was created by the Walt Disney Company & is dedicated to Hollywood - not a place on a map, but a state of mind that exists wherever people dream & wonder & imagine a place where illusion & reality are fused by technological magic. We welcome you to a Hollywood that never was - and always will be."

With nearly a dozen and a half attractions and live shows guests will find more to do and see than ever before.

Not to be missed Attractions & Entertainment
This is not a complete list of attractions & entertainment that should compete for your attention while touring Disney-MGM Studios, but rather a compilation that is intended to serve as a starting point by which you can begin drawing up a touring plan.

Attractions

Star Tours - The Ultimate Star Wars Thrill Ride
Board an intergalactic simulator for a turbulent trip through outer space. With an absent-minded droid in the cockpit, you're in for warp-speed near-misses, collisions with comets and high-flying excitement - not to mention a wrong turn into a combat zone, right into the path of the Death Star. The ultimate Star Wars thrill ride. May the Force be with you!

Rock 'n' Roller Coaster starring Aerosmith
Aerosmith's having a backstage party across town and you're invited. Ready to brave the LA freeways? Zoom from 0-60 mph with the force of a supersonic F-14, take in high-speed loops and turns synchronized to a specially recorded Aerosmith soundtrack and zip through Tinseltown in the biggest, loudest limo you've ever seen.




The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
Brave the creepy façade of a once-glorious hotel for a jolt back in time. Board a phantom elevator, shoot up 13 stories and brace yourself for a thrilling plummet... but beware! The experience just got scarier. You rocket back up, only to plummet down yet again. You dare to ride once more, but wait! That's not what happened before. That's right, now the Tower is in control, so it's never the same fear twice!


Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular
Thrill to the pulse-pounding explosions, crashes, clashes and death-defying stunts of Indiana Jones' onscreen adventures. Sit behind the director's chair to participate in this stage spectacular that reveals some of the moviemaking magic responsible for Indy's triumphs over deadly traps, bad-guy battles and epic-scale obstacles. You may even be chosen to be an extra!

Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show
Get ready for extreme thrills as this full-throttle, high-octane live stunt spectacular comes roaring in from Walt Disney Studios Paris as part of the Happiest Celebration On Earth. Engines rev, tires screech and adrenaline kicks into overdrive as a series of highly orchestrated stunts, specially designed cars, motorcycles and jet skis and amazing pyrotechnics give you a behind-the-scenes look at how action stunts are created for the movies.


Entertainment

Fantasmic!
Nearly 7,000 guests are treated nightly to this multi-media presentation at The Hollywood Amphitheater.
Mickey reprises his role as the Sorcerer’s Apprentice from the classic film Fantasia. Amide laser images, fireworks, special lighting and a musical score that is first rate Mickey leads the battle of good over evil.
We could back a truckload of superlatives up to this one and would not be over doing it. This is simply the best out door spectacular to be found at any theme park anywhere.

25 minute show (weather permitting


Character Meet & Greet
Being able to share a hug and get a photograph or autograph with Disney characters has proven to be very popular among Disney guests. In response there has been a dazzling increase in the number of locations offering this up close and personal encounter.

Check at Guest Services
For a list of where and when your favorite characters can be found check at Guest Relations. Here you can also check to find where and when a specific character will be making an appearance.

Al’s Toy Barn
Bring your camera and autograph book to Al's Toy Barn to meet Woody, Buzz and your favorite playmates from Disney/Pixar's "Toy Story" and "Toy Story II.

Location: Backlot

Sorcerer Mickey
Visit Sorcerer Mickey and pose for a photo and get an autograph or hug from Mickey himself.

Location: Sound Stage off Mickey Avenue

Mickey Avenue Character Greetings

Say "hello" to some of your favorite Disney friends all lined up and down Mickey Avenue.

Location: Mickey Avenue

Height Requirements
So as not to suffer any disappointment here is quick glance at some of the height restrictions for the attractions in The Magic Kingdom. A Disney cast member will be positioned at the entrance to these attractions and measuring guests. Close will not be good enough to allow you to pass by.

Rock N Roller Coaster
Minimum height requirement 40 inches / 102 cm

Star Tours
Minimum height requirement 40 inches / 102 cm

The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror 40"
Minimum height requirement 40 inches / 102 cm


The “Child Swap”
If there are some in your party who does not quite measure up or who simply don’t want to venture on a certain attraction, while there are others who could not dream of missing the experience what do you do? You may want to consider a procedure known as a "child swap" option.

This procedure with allow those in a party who can't ride a particular attraction due to height restrictions or other reasons not to hold back those that want to. In order for this procedure to work there will need to be two adults in the party. This procedure has varied from time to time and from attraction to attraction over the years, but here is what you can expect.

As you approach the attraction in question consult with the cast member who is acting as the “greeter” and inform them that you wish to perform the “child swap”. The procedure will involve one adult waiting with those that will not be enjoying the attraction, usually at the loading area, while those willing and able enjoy the ride. At the conclusion of the first groups experience the second adult will be allowed to ride without waiting through the line again. A member of the first group can join the second adult in order that they don’t have to experience the ride alone.