Walt Disney Imagineering has unveiled the return of Robin Williams Lost Boy character as part of the new Magic of Disney Animation entrance at Hollywood Studios. The reveal comes through a recent episode of Pardon Our Pixie Dust, showcasing construction progress on multiple upcoming projects including Lakeshore Lodge and an Avengers Campus Cars Land connector. This animated marquee honors Williams legendary contribution to Disney parks while reviving his iconic Lost Boy from the original 1989 Back to Neverland short film. The attraction is scheduled to open September 14, 2026, though soft openings may occur around Labor Day if construction completes ahead of schedule. Free roaming characters currently entertaining guests in the courtyard face uncertain futures once the new experience launches permanently.
Facts
- Robin Williams Lost Boy character returns to Magic of Disney Animation entrance at Hollywood Studios
- The reveal appeared in Pardon Our Pixie Dust YouTube series episode showing construction progress
- Magic of Disney Animation scheduled to open September 14, 2026 at Walt Disney World
- Soft openings may occur around Labor Day if construction completes ahead of schedule
- Free roaming characters currently entertaining guests face uncertain futures after attraction opens permanently