Actor Bryan Cranston appeared at an EPCOT tequila tasting event to share details about Disney’s upcoming reimagining of Carousel of Progress. During his surprise visit, Cranston confirmed the attraction will reopen in May 2027, marking a significant shift from its original 1960s theme to decades representing 1960, 1980, and 1999 eras. The revamped ride will feature an Audio-Animatronic of Walt Disney introducing guests in a scene inspired by the 1964 World’s Fair. Iconic family characters and classic gags remain despite the timeline shift, blending past nostalgia with retro-futuristic elements. Disney legend Jamie Lee Curtis and Cranston themselves will voice the original family patriarch and matriarch in the new show. While Disney had previously stated a late Spring 2027 reopening, Cranston’s additional comments suggest plans could be finalized before Memorial Day. Fans are encouraged to wait for official announcements before planning 2027 visits around this attraction’s expected comeback.
Key Points:
- Bryan Cranston confirmed Carousel of Progress will reopen in May 2027 during a surprise appearance at EPCOT’s La Cava Experience.
- The reimagined attraction will feature an Audio-Animatronic of Walt Disney inspired by the 1964 World’s Fair television special.
- Jamie Lee Curtis and Bryan Cranston will voice the father and mother characters in the revamped Carousel of Progress.
- The attraction’s timeline shifts from the 1900s, 1920s, and 1940s to represent the 1960s, 1980s, and 1999.
- Disney had previously announced the attraction would return in late Spring 2027 after closing on July 6, 2026.