Disney is replacing Muppets Courtyard with a new Monsters Inc themed land at Hollywood Studios, featuring an animatronic sushi chef from the movie. The animatronic looks nearly identical to its film counterpart, complete with bandaged tentacles and detailed features. Walt Disney Imagineering is currently programming the animatronic with audio and visual gags to bring it to life. The restaurant named Harryhausen will open in 2027 as part of the initial phase of the new land. While sushi will be featured, the menu will include more than just Japanese cuisine. Fans are excited about seeing the character come to life in a theme park setting.
Key Points:
- The new Monsters Inc themed land will replace Muppets Courtyard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
- An animatronic sushi chef from the movie will be featured in the Harryhausen restaurant
- The restaurant is scheduled to open in 2027 as part of the initial opening phase of the new land