In 2008, Disney-MGM Studios officially became Disney’s Hollywood Studios, marking a shift away from the behind the scenes theme. The name change reflected a new focus on immersing guests directly into the stories and worlds of their favorite films and characters. | History At Disney

When the Disney-MGM Studios opened in 1989, the park had a working Animation Studio. Guest could tour the facility and learn how animated films were made. The studio closed in 2004, but many Disney films were worked on at the park, including The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, The Roger Rabbit shorts, and Mulan. The animation tour closed in 2015 and was replaced with The Star Wars Launch Bay. This clip comes from “Back To Neverland” a short film starring Robin Williams and Walter Cronkite.

When Disney-MGM Studios opened in 1989, one of its premiere attractions was the Backlot Tour. The experience took guests behind the scenes of movie magic, from a tram ride through Catastrophe Canyon and past residential streets used in film and television, to a walking tour showcasing how special effects were created. One of the highlights was a demonstration inspired by Honey, I Shrunk the Kids, where two kids from the audience were chosen to film a scene riding the giant bee. On our first visi