Top 10 Most Expensive Disney Theme Park Disasters
VOICE OVER: Emily Brayton
WRITTEN BY: Nick Spake
Even the happiest place on Earth can have some very unhappy surprises when it comes to budgeting. Join us as we explore the biggest financial fiascos and project nightmares that plagued Disney's theme parks worldwide, from ambitious attractions that flopped spectacularly, like the ill-fated Galactic Starcruiser, to entire resorts struggling to find their magic. Prepare for some shocking figures and head-scratching decisions that cost the Mouse House millions and left some projects in ruins. Our deep dive into the most costly blunders in Disney history includes the disappointing launches of Euro Disney and California Adventure, the terrifying Extraterrestrial Alien Encounter, the short-lived Rocket Rods, the infamous Disco Yeti, and more! Which Disney disaster shocked you the most? Let us know in the comments below!
- #10: California Adventure's Underwhelming Launch
- #9: Extraterrorestrial Alien Encounter
- #8: The Rise & Fall of Horizons
- #7: Constantly Gutting Peter Pan's Flight
- #6: Expedition Everest's "Disco Yeti"
- #5: Rocket Rods Fails to Take Off
- #4: Light Magic Parade Lasts One Summer
- #3: Sailing Ship Columbia Tragedy
- #2: Euro Disney's Rough Start
- #1: Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser
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