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Home Depot is launching an expanded Halloween lineup featuring the new $279 Ultra Skelly, an app-controlled animatronic skeleton with voice recording capabilities, along with other Skelly-themed decorations and figures, available for pre-order starting August 4.
Disney has introduced a highly realistic animatronic of Walt Disney at Disneyland's 70th anniversary, designed to share his story and legacy with visitors, blending advanced technology with nostalgia. The figure is a significant technological achievement, aiming to connect guests with Disney's founder in a new, immersive way, though it raises questions about the ethics and implications of lifelike robotic representations of historical figures.
Disney has unveiled the first image and video of a highly lifelike Walt Disney Audio-Animatronic figure, debuting on July 17, 2025, at Disneyland's new Main Street Opera House attraction, as part of the 70th anniversary celebration. This marks the first time Walt has been portrayed through this technology, featuring advanced facial mechanics, realistic skin, and natural gestures, in a show that combines a cinematic biography with a re-creation of his Burbank office. The attraction also includes a redesigned theater with a rotating stage and new exhibits, offering an immersive experience into Walt's life and legacy.
Disney Imagineers have unveiled the animatronic Tiana character for the upcoming Tiana’s Bayou Adventure attraction at U.S. parks, featuring a classic, fully animatronic design reminiscent of traditional Disney rides. Originally set for "Winter 2024," the attraction's opening has been moved up to Summer. The new attraction, based on The Princess and the Frog, aims to pay homage to the history and heritage of New Orleans, featuring Princess Tiana and jazz-loving alligator Louis during Mardi Gras season as they prepare to host a celebration for the people of New Orleans.
A large animatronic dragon caught fire during the "Fantasmic!" show at Disneyland, causing the evacuation of the area. No guests or firefighters were injured, but several Disneyland cast members were treated for potential smoke inhalation. Arson investigators are currently investigating the cause of the fire. "Fantasmic!" is a popular nighttime show featuring characters from several Disney movies, including a towering 40-foot-tall dragon.